Events

Join us Sunday, October 4 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM for an outdoor Cajun-inspired celebration in the heart of Highlands. Set in the cozy Valentine Meadow at the Highlands Biological Station, this festive evening features a feast of Southern coastal flavors served up with community spirit and mountain charm. Highlands on the Half-Shell is one […]

Do you have a favorite animal that lives here on the Highlands Plateau? Stop by the Cook Pavilion and join us for some craft time. We will have materials and inspiration to share! Location: Cook Pavilion, 888 Horse Cove Rd Leader: Alex Waite + Maddie Wikstrom FREE | All Ages | No registration required LEARN […]

Are you tired of chasing butterflies? Luckily, moths will come to you! Stop by the Cook Pavilion to learn about what makes moths amazing and how you can attract them to your own backyard! Location: Cook Pavilion, 888 Horse Cove Rd Leader: Alex Waite FREE | All Ages | Registration required** LEARN MORE + REGISTER: […]

Introducing Science & S’mores, a new HBF discussion series that brings people together around the fire to explore interesting scientific topics, research, and discoveries. Paper: Insect Herbivory Releases More Nutrients in Warmer and Drier Forests For our first gathering, we’ll dig into how insects shape forest ecosystems and how climate influences their role in nutrient […]

Have you ever wondered why leaves change color in the fall? Join us on the Kelsey Trail for a naturalist walk to learn more about the phenetics fall and nature’s seasonal processes. Location: Meet at 111 Lower Lake Rd Leader: Alex Waite + Maddie Wikstrom FREE | All Ages | No registration required LEARN MORE: […]

Have you ever wondered why leaves change color in the fall? Join us on the Kelsey Trail for a naturalist walk to learn more about the phenetics fall and nature’s seasonal processes. Location: Meet at 111 Lower Lake Rd Leader: Alex Waite + Maddie Wikstrom FREE | All Ages | No registration required LEARN MORE: […]

Curious about herbariums or preserving flowers from your garden? Join us for an introduction to pressing and preparing plants for collections and art. Plant presses provided; bring flowers and shears if you have them! Location: Cook Pavilion, 888 Horse Cove Rd Leader: Alex Waite FREE | All Ages | Registration required** LEARN MORE + REGISTER: […]

Come trick-or-treating along the forest trails of the Highlands Botanical Garden and learn more about some creatures that we associate with Halloween. All ages welcome and costumes are encouraged! Location: Start at Valentine Meadow + Cook Pavilion, 888 Horse Cove Rd Leader: Maddie Wikstrom FREE | All Ages | No registration required LEARN MORE: https://highlandsbiological.org/foundation/programs/#oct-27 […]

Join us for a weird walk through the botanical gardens to learn about the obscure, creepy, crawly, and strange creatures that can be found on the Highlands Plateau. Location: Meet at 111 Lower Lake Rd Leader: Alex Waite + Maddie Wikstrom FREE | All Ages | No registration required LEARN MORE: https://highlandsbiological.org/foundation/programs/#oct-30 Free program provided […]