ecoEXPLORE Family Birding Day on February 14

Buncombe County -- January 22, 2024: Looking to get your kids outside this winter?

Join us as we walk you through the web-based program, ecoEXPLORE.

In this free event, you’ll learn how to submit photos and complete nature-themed challenges to earn badges and prizes!

This initiative by The N.C. Arboretum includes a different challenge each season that will keep children engaged in learning about nature year-round while also contributing to citizen science.

The theme this winter is ornithology. We’ll explore Charles D. Owen Park’s shores and woods for a variety of feathered friends! Stick around after the program to continue your exploration of the nature trails and playground.

When: February 14, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Ages: 5-10 years; families welcome
Where: Charles D. Owen Park Picnic Shelter; 875 Warren Wilson Rd, Swannanoa. Next to the dock and ball fields. 

For more information, contact Rose Wall and Jen Knight by email: environmental.educators@buncombecounty.org. Please reach out in the case of inclement weather to learn if the program will still take place. 

Look out for more ecoEXPLORE Family Days one Wednesday every other month.

Click here to learn more about ecoEXPLORE.