BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Highlands Biological Station - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Highlands Biological Station X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://highlandsbiological.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Highlands Biological Station REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Halifax BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20240310T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20241103T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20250309T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20251102T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20260308T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20261101T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20270314T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20271107T050000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251025T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251025T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20250928T180408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250928T180408Z UID:27600-1761386400-1761408000@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Black Bear Bonanza! (All Day Drop-In) DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nature Center for drop-in learning about black bears! \nAll ages welcome | FREE | No registration required! \nProgram funded by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/black-bear-bonanza-all-day-drop-in/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/black-bear-bonanza-oct.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251028T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251028T183000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20250929T162146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T145241Z UID:27635-1761670800-1761676200@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Enchanted Forest - Cancelled - But Stop By This Weekend! DESCRIPTION:šŸŒ§ UPDATE: Enchanted Forest Cancelled\nDue to Mondayā€™s rain\, our forest trails are too soggy and slippery for tonightā€™s Enchanted Forest event ā€” but the fun isnā€™t over! šŸŽƒ \nJoin us this Friday & Saturday (Oct 31ā€“Nov 1) for a self-guided Halloween Scavenger Hunt through the Highlands Botanical Garden between 10 AMā€“4 PM. \nThen\, head inside the Highlands Nature Center for hands-on activities\, trick-or-treating\, and Halloween crafts! Make your own treat bag\, grab some goodies\, and show off your costume. šŸ‘» \nšŸ“ Highlands Nature Center | 930 Horse Cove Rd\nšŸŽŸļø FREE | No registration required \nā€”ā€”- \nThe Highlands Biological Foundation invites you to TheĀ EnchantedĀ Forest! \nA family-friendly program Tuesday\, October 28\, 5:00-6:30 pm. \nCome trick-or-treating along theĀ forest trails of the Highlands Botanical Garden and learn more about some creatures that we associate with Halloween! \nFREE | No registration necessary \nCostumes encouraged! \nMeet in the amphitheater behind Highlands Nature Center (930 HorseĀ Cove Rd).\nWeather dependent \nProgram funded by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/enchanted-forest-2025/ LOCATION:Highlands Biological Station Amphitheater\, 930 Horse Cove Road\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/enchanted-forest-2025-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251029T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251029T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20251024T122504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T122504Z UID:27914-1761753600-1761760800@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story DESCRIPTION:A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story\nDate: Wednesday\, October 29\, 2025Time: 4:00 PMLocation: Lewis Hall\, 160 Frank Allen Road\, Cashiers\, NCAdmission: Free and open to the public \nIn 1915\, a young\, charismatic Japanese man with a mysterious past entered the Appalachian culture of Asheville\, North Carolina. Suspected of being a spy and targeted by the Ku Klux Klan\, he persevered with a passion for photography and for the mountains he adoptedā€”bringing to life the landscapes that would become the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Appalachian Trail. \nA Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story dives deep into the life of the man known as George Masa through groundbreaking genealogical and historical research. The film reveals how and why Masa left Japan\, his stormy period in the Pacific Northwest\, and his journey to the Southern Appalachian Mountains\, where he reinvented himself as a talented and influential photographer\, filmmaker\, businessman\, mapmaker\, hiker\, and friend to many. \nTold through a cinema veritĆ© style and featuring passionate researchers\, archivists\, historians\, and activists in both the United States and Japan\, the film blends anime-style imagery with hundreds of Masaā€™s own photographs to illustrate his extraordinary story and the timeless beauty of the region. \nUltimately\, A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story celebrates how one inspired man from Japan overcame fear\, intimidation\, and loneliness to capture images of another culture and landscape that became personally redemptive and deeply influential in shaping the conservation legacy of the Southern Appalachians. \nHosted and sponsored by:Cashiers Historical SocietyAlbert Carltonā€“Cashiers Community LibraryHighlands Biological FoundationHighlands-Cashiers Land TrustHighlands Historical Society URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/a-life-reimagined-the-george-masa-story/ LOCATION:Lewis Hall\, 160 Frank Allen Road\, Cashiers\, NC\, 28717\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Masa-Doc-Horizontal.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251101T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251101T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20251027T142545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T142545Z UID:27939-1761994800-1761996600@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Snake Feeding DESCRIPTION:Saturdays in November (through 11/22) \nWatch our resident snakes enjoy their lunch while learning all about these fascinating reptiles! \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/snake-feeding-nov-1/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/snake-feeding.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251108T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251108T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20251027T142716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T142716Z UID:27942-1762599600-1762601400@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Snake Feeding DESCRIPTION:Saturdays in November (through 11/22) \nWatch our resident snakes enjoy their lunch while learning all about these fascinating reptiles! \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/snake-feeding-nov-8/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/snake-feeding.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251115T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251115T090000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20251027T142156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T142156Z UID:27933-1763193600-1763197200@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Morning Bird Walk DESCRIPTION:Eyes to the skies! Birders of all skill levels are welcome to join us as we take an easy walk around the garden to find our feathered friends.\nBinoculars available to borrow. \nAll ages welcome\nFREE | No registration required \nMeet at 111 Lower Lake Rd\nWeather dependent \nProgram funded by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/bird-walk-nov-2025/ LOCATION:HBS North Campus\, 111 Lower Lake Road\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Bird-Walk-nov.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251115T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251115T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20251027T142846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T142846Z UID:27944-1763204400-1763206200@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Snake Feeding DESCRIPTION:Saturdays in November (through 11/22) \nWatch our resident snakes enjoy their lunch while learning all about these fascinating reptiles! \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/snake-feeding-nov-15/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/snake-feeding.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251122T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251122T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20251027T143011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T143011Z UID:27946-1763809200-1763811000@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Snake Feeding DESCRIPTION:Saturdays in November (through 11/22) \nWatch our resident snakes enjoy their lunch while learning all about these fascinating reptiles! \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/snake-feeding-nov-22/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/snake-feeding.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251205T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251205T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20251124T150752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T151104Z UID:28492-1764928800-1764948600@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Nature Center Wrap-Up (Drop-In) DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nature Center to get into the holiday spirit and create personalized gift wrap and handmade cards! Enjoy this fun and festive activity together as a family\, or as a chance to wrap up the holiday magic. We will have plenty of supplies to go around for everyone to get creative. We look forward to seeing you! \nDecember 5th | 12th & 13th | 19th & 20th\nFREE | Drop-In\, from 10Ā am ā€“ 3:30Ā pm \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/nature-center-wrap-up-dec-5/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Nature-Center-Wrap-Up.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251212T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251212T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20251124T151306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T151357Z UID:28501-1765533600-1765553400@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Nature Center Wrap-Up (Drop-In) DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nature Center to get into the holiday spirit and create personalized gift wrap and handmade cards! Enjoy this fun and festive activity together as a family\, or as a chance to wrap up the holiday magic. We will have plenty of supplies to go around for everyone to get creative. We look forward to seeing you! \nDecember 5th | 12th & 13th | 19th & 20th\nFREE | Drop-In\, from 10Ā am ā€“ 3:30Ā pm \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/nature-center-wrap-up-dec-12/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Nature-Center-Wrap-Up.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251213T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251213T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20251124T151623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T151623Z UID:28506-1765620000-1765639800@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Nature Center Wrap-Up (Drop-In) DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nature Center to get into the holiday spirit and create personalized gift wrap and handmade cards! Enjoy this fun and festive activity together as a family\, or as a chance to wrap up the holiday magic. We will have plenty of supplies to go around for everyone to get creative. We look forward to seeing you! \nDecember 5th | 12th & 13th | 19th & 20th\nFREE | Drop-In\, from 10Ā am ā€“ 3:30Ā pm \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/nature-center-wrap-up-dec-13/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Nature-Center-Wrap-Up.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251219T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251219T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20251124T152000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T152000Z UID:28510-1766138400-1766158200@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Nature Center Wrap-Up (Drop-In) DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nature Center to get into the holiday spirit and create personalized gift wrap and handmade cards! Enjoy this fun and festive activity together as a family\, or as a chance to wrap up the holiday magic. We will have plenty of supplies to go around for everyone to get creative. We look forward to seeing you! \nDecember 5th | 12th & 13th | 19th & 20th\nFREE | Drop-In\, from 10Ā am ā€“ 3:30Ā pm \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/nature-center-wrap-up-dec-19/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Nature-Center-Wrap-Up.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251220T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251220T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20251124T152126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T152126Z UID:28513-1766224800-1766244600@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Nature Center Wrap-Up (Drop-In) DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nature Center to get into the holiday spirit and create personalized gift wrap and handmade cards! Enjoy this fun and festive activity together as a family\, or as a chance to wrap up the holiday magic. We will have plenty of supplies to go around for everyone to get creative. We look forward to seeing you! \nDecember 5th | 12th & 13th | 19th & 20th\nFREE | Drop-In\, from 10Ā am ā€“ 3:30Ā pm \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/nature-center-wrap-up-dec-20/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Nature-Center-Wrap-Up.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251224 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260103 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20251008T143801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T143929Z UID:27819-1766534400-1767398399@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Winter Break Closure DESCRIPTION:In accordance with Western Carolina Universityā€™s holiday schedule and protocol\, the Highlands Biological Station will be closed to the public from Wednesday\, December 24\, 2025\, through Friday\, January 2\, 2026. \nPlease note that while our Botanical Gardens will remain open daily from dawn to dusk\, all public facilities\, offices\, and indoor spaces will be closed during this time. We encourage you to plan your visit accordingly. \nWe look forward to welcoming you back to the Station in the new year! URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/winter-break-closure/ LOCATION:Highlands Biological Station\, 265 North 6th St\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Winter-Break.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Highlands Biological Station":MAILTO:hbs@wcu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260116T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260116T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20251217T192557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T193752Z UID:28817-1768557600-1768577400@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Whoā€™s Out There? (Drop-in Station) DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nature Center to learn about the winter wildlife found across the Highlands Plateau. Our Education Specialists will be ready to welcome folks back with engaging conversations\, interesting facts about our local flora and fauna\, and a self-guided ā€œspecimen searchā€ through our botanical gardens. \nJanuary 16th & 17th | 30th & 31st\nFREE | Drop-In\, from 10Ā am ā€“ 3:30Ā pm \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/whos-out-there-jan16/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/whos-out-there.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260116T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260116T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20251217T193653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T193716Z UID:28828-1768557600-1768577400@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:The Skin You're In (Drop-In Station) DESCRIPTION:Do you think you can identify an animal by its fur? Drop in for a few minutes\, or stay and pair the ā€˜Whoā€™s Out There?ā€™ activities with this hands-on opportunity to see and feel a variety of animal skins! \nJanuary 16th & 17th | 30th & 31st\nFREE | Drop-In\, from 10Ā am ā€“ 3:30Ā pm \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/the-skin-youre-in-jan16/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/the-skin-youre-in.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260117T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260117T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20251217T192903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T193724Z UID:28822-1768644000-1768663800@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Who's Out There? (Drop-In Station) DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nature Center to learn about the winter wildlife found across the Highlands Plateau. Our Education Specialists will be ready to welcome folks back with engaging conversations\, interesting facts about our local flora and fauna\, and a self-guided ā€œspecimen searchā€ through our botanical gardens. \nJanuary 16th & 17th | 30th & 31st\nFREE | Drop-In\, from 10Ā am ā€“ 3:30Ā pm \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/whos-out-there-jan17/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/whos-out-there.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260117T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260117T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20251217T194111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T194307Z UID:28830-1768644000-1768663800@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:The Skin You're In (Drop-In Station) DESCRIPTION:Do you think you can identify an animal by its fur? Drop in for a few minutes\, or stay and pair the ā€˜Whoā€™s Out There?ā€™ activities with this hands-on opportunity to see and feel a variety of animal skins! \nJanuary 16th & 17th | 30th & 31st\nFREE | Drop-In\, from 10Ā am ā€“ 3:30Ā pm \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/the-skin-youre-in-jan17/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/the-skin-youre-in.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260130T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260130T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20251217T193052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T193849Z UID:28824-1769767200-1769787000@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Who's Out There? (Drop-In Station) DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nature Center to learn about the winter wildlife found across the Highlands Plateau. Our Education Specialists will be ready to welcome folks back with engaging conversations\, interesting facts about our local flora and fauna\, and a self-guided ā€œspecimen searchā€ through our botanical gardens. \nJanuary 16th & 17th | 30th & 31st\nFREE | Drop-In\, from 10Ā am ā€“ 3:30Ā pm \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/whos-out-there-jan30/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/whos-out-there.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260130T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260130T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20251217T194234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T194234Z UID:28832-1769767200-1769787000@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:The Skin You're In (Drop-In Station) DESCRIPTION:Do you think you can identify an animal by its fur? Drop in for a few minutes\, or stay and pair the ā€˜Whoā€™s Out There?ā€™ activities with this hands-on opportunity to see and feel a variety of animal skins! \nJanuary 16th & 17th | 30th & 31st\nFREE | Drop-In\, from 10Ā am ā€“ 3:30Ā pm \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/the-skin-youre-in-jan30/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/the-skin-youre-in.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260131T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260131T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20251217T193210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T212311Z UID:28826-1769853600-1769873400@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:CANCELED Who's Out There? (Drop-In Station) DESCRIPTION:āš ļø ā„ļø The Nature center will be closed January 31st due to winter storm warnings. Stay safe everyone! \nJoin us at the Nature Center to learn about the winter wildlife found across the Highlands Plateau. Our Education Specialists will be ready to welcome folks back with engaging conversations\, interesting facts about our local flora and fauna\, and a self-guided ā€œspecimen searchā€ through our botanical gardens. \nJanuary 16th & 17th | 30th & 31st\nFREE | Drop-In\, from 10Ā am ā€“ 3:30Ā pm \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/whos-out-there-jan31/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/whos-out-there.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260131T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260131T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20251217T194422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T212426Z UID:28834-1769853600-1769873400@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:CANCELED The Skin You're In (Drop-In Station) DESCRIPTION:āš ļø ā„ļø The Nature center will be closed January 31st due to winter storm warnings. Stay safe everyone! \nDo you think you can identify an animal by its fur? Drop in for a few minutes\, or stay and pair the ā€˜Whoā€™s Out There?ā€™ activities with this hands-on opportunity to see and feel a variety of animal skins! \nJanuary 16th & 17th | 30th & 31st\nFREE | Drop-In\, from 10Ā am ā€“ 3:30Ā pm \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/the-skin-youre-in-jan31/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/the-skin-youre-in.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260213T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260213T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20260129T214502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T214502Z UID:29083-1770976800-1770996600@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Bee-My-Valentine (Drop-In Station) DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nature Center to celebrate your love for the outdoors! We will be crafting nature-themed Valentines to share and spend some time getting to know others within our community. Supplies will be provided\, but feel free to bring materials you would like to share. \nFebruary 13th & 14th\nFREE | Drop-In\, from 10Ā am ā€“ 3:30Ā pm \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/bee-my-valentine-feb13/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/valentine.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260214T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260214T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20260129T214749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T214749Z UID:29091-1771063200-1771083000@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Bee-My-Valentine (Drop-In Station) DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nature Center to celebrate your love for the outdoors! We will be crafting nature-themed Valentines to share and spend some time getting to know others within our community. Supplies will be provided\, but feel free to bring materials you would like to share. \nFebruary 13th & 14th\nFREE | Drop-in from 10 am ā€“ 3:30 pm \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/bee-my-valentine-feb14/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/valentine.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260227T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260227T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20260129T215201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T215236Z UID:29093-1772186400-1772206200@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Nature Center ROCKS! (Drop-In Station) DESCRIPTION:Have you ever heard of The Kindness Rocks Project? This weekend at the Nature Center\, we will gather to create a garden of kindness through art and community. Supplies will be provided. \nā€œTake one when you need one\, share one with a friend who needs some inspiration\, or leave one for another. One message at the just right moment can change your whole day\, outlook\, or life.ā€ \nFebruary 27th & 28th\nFREE | Drop-in from 10 am ā€“ 3:30 pm \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/nature-center-rocks-feb27/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/rocks.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260228T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260228T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20260129T215339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T215339Z UID:29095-1772272800-1772292600@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Nature Center ROCKS! (Drop-In Station) DESCRIPTION:Have you ever heard of The Kindness Rocks Project? This weekend at the Nature Center\, we will gather to create a garden of kindness through art and community. Supplies will be provided. \nā€œTake one when you need one\, share one with a friend who needs some inspiration\, or leave one for another. One message at the just right moment can change your whole day\, outlook\, or life.ā€ \nFebruary 27th & 28th\nFREE | Drop-in from 10 am ā€“ 3:30 pm \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/nature-center-rocks-feb28/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/rocks.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260311T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260311T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20260225T180202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T180754Z UID:29386-1773223200-1773244800@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Protecting Our Hemlocks: Public Workshop at Highlands Biological Station DESCRIPTION:Join us on March 11 for a special outdoor workshop focused on the conservation and treatment of eastern hemlocks. Led by licensed professionals\, this hands-on program will introduce participants to hemlock health assessment\, treatment decision-making\, and application methods used to combat hemlock woolly adelgid. \nThe morning session features a live\, demonstrative lecture\, followed by guided treatment activities in the afternoon. This workshop is open to the public and designed for land stewards\, natural resource professionals\, and anyone interested in forest conservation. \nWorkshop flyer \nSpace is limited. Advance registration is required. URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/protecting-our-hemlocks-public-workshop-at-highlands-biological-station/ LOCATION:Highlands Biological Station\, 265 North 6th St\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Hemlock-Workshop.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Highlands Biological Station":MAILTO:hbs@wcu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260313T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260313T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20260223T203950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T142242Z UID:29350-1773396000-1773415800@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:ecoEXPLORE Plant Scavenger Hunt (Drop-In Station) DESCRIPTION:Spring is right around the corner\, and weā€™re already seeing some fresh pops of green! We will kick off the ecoEXPLORE Botany Field Season with a plant scavenger hunt along the Botanical Garden trails and the Boardwalk. Participants will work to complete a plant identification challenge while gaining a deeper understanding of the natural world around them. \necoEXPLORE is a community science program created by the North Carolina Arboretum\, where children of all ages can learn to identify wildlife around them\, help scientists track wildlife activity\, and earn fun badges and prizes all at once! To learn more\, please visit https://www.ecoexplore.net/. \nMarch 13-14 & 27-28\nFREE | Drop-in from 10 am ā€“ 3:30 pm \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/ecoexplore-plant-scavenger-hunt-mar13/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ecoexplore-march-2026-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260313T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260313T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20260223T205253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T205253Z UID:29360-1773396000-1773415800@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:Tree Texture Investigation (Drop-In Station) DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nature Center to make your very own Bark Book! Enjoy a stroll through the forest to create unique texture impressions of different tree bark patterns\, and learn some tips and tricks to help you identify your findings. Making your own Bark Book is a great way to explore nature\, learn about trees\, and create art! \nMarch 13-14 & 27-28\nFREE | Drop-in from 10 am ā€“ 3:30 pm \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/tree-texture-investigation-mar13/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/tree-texture-investigation.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260314T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260314T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144748 CREATED:20260223T204216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T142350Z UID:29354-1773482400-1773502200@highlandsbiological.org SUMMARY:ecoEXPLORE Plant Scavenger Hunt (Drop-In Station) DESCRIPTION:Spring is right around the corner\, and weā€™re already seeing some fresh pops of green! We will kick off the ecoEXPLORE Botany Field Season with a plant scavenger hunt along the Botanical Garden trails and the Boardwalk. Participants will work to complete a plant identification challenge while gaining a deeper understanding of the natural world around them. \necoEXPLORE is a community science program created by the North Carolina Arboretum\, where children of all ages can learn to identify wildlife around them\, help scientists track wildlife activity\, and earn fun badges and prizes all at once! To learn more\, please visit https://www.ecoexplore.net/. \nMarch 13-14 & 27-28\nFREE | Drop-in from 10 am ā€“ 3:30 pm \nProgram provided by: URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/ecoexplore-plant-scavenger-hunt-mar14/ LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ecoexplore-march-2026-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR