Carolina Sandhills NWR
Carolina Sandhills NWR 23734 US-1, McBee, SC, United StatesPlease meet in the parking lot at the visitor center which will be closed. The main entrance is on US Highway 1, about 4 miles northeast of McBee, SC. There are restroom facilities at Lake Bee, but we will not be near there until later in the day. We will drive to sections of the […]
Duke Gardens Spring Plant Sale
Duke Gardens 420 Anderson St, Durham, NC, United StatesCome support the Carolina Butterfly Society at the Duke Gardens Spring Plant Sale! Plants will be available for purchase--be sure to arrive early as milkweeds sell out quickly! We will have live butterflies and chrysalises on display, as well as other educational materials, and information about our organization. If you would like to help out […]
Wednesday Walks: JC Raulston Arboretum
JC Raulston Arboretum 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC, United StatesBegin the butterfly season with a walk through the JC Raulston Arboretum! Meet up will be at the visitor's center. Paths through the garden are easily navigated by any kind of footwear. Be sure to bring with you any necessities you might need to have an enjoyable walk. Amenities at the location include public restroom […]
NABA Count: Dismal Swamp State Park
Dismal Swamp State Park 2294 US-17, South Mills, NC, United StatesA wonderful citizen science opportunity for butterfliers! We will meet at the park's visitor's center. Transportation within the park to various locations will be provided. Amenities at the park include public bathrooms and water fountains within the visitor's center. The nearest major city with restaurants and lodging is Elizabeth City, about 20 miles from the […]
Saturday — Weymouth Woods / Sandhills Gamelands
Weymouth Woods - Sandhills NP 1024 N Fort Bragg Rd, Southern Pines, NC, United StatesParticipants are to provide their own transportation, meals, and lodging and all costs associated with this field trip. We will meet up at the Weymouth Woods Visitor's Center. The Visitor's Center has public restrooms and water fountain. It is recommended that you bring additional snacks, food, and beverages as during the walk we will be […]
Sunday — Weymouth Woods / Sandhills Gamelands
Sandhills Game Land 35.026875, -79.559467Participants are to provide their own transportation, meals, and lodging and all costs associated with this field trip. The final plan for the Day 2 sites will be determined at the end of Day 1 but will probably be in the area of Sandhills Gamelands. Road conditions in the Sandhills Gamelands can be tricky at […]
Carolina Sandhills NWR / Cheraw SP
Carolina Sandhills NWR 23734 US-1, McBee, SC, United StatesMeet up will be at the visitor's center. There is a restroom facility at Lake Bee in Sandhills NWR but we will not visit it until lunch so please plan accordingly. Gas stations and limited restaurant choices are available in McBee, SC, about 4 miles from the Refuge entrance. The nearest town with full services […]
Latta Plantation Nature Preserve
Latta Plantation Nature Preserve 6211 Sample Rd, Huntersville, NC, United StatesWe will meet up at the Nature Center. Walking conditions will be moderate with some walking in tall grass with some briars. Long pants and sturdy boots are recommended. Bring snacks, water and lunch if needed. There are restrooms and picnic tables on site. Gas stations and restaurants are located within 10 miles of the […]
Saturday – Southwest Mountains of NC
NC Southwest Mountain Meeting Location - GPS 35.1247, -83.5398 35.1247, -83.5398Meeting place and time: At a paved parking area along the southeast side of US 64, about 0.2-mile mile east of where the Appalachian Trail crosses the highway. This parking area is located perhaps 5 miles west of where Wayah Road meets US 64. We will meet at 10:30 AM on Saturday, May 12. It […]
Sunday – Southwestern Mountains of NC
NC Southwest Mountain Meeting Location - GPS 35.1247, -83.5398 35.1247, -83.5398Meeting place and time: At a paved parking area along the southeast side of US 64, about 0.2-mile mile east of where the Appalachian Trail crosses the highway. This parking area is located perhaps 5 miles west of where Wayah Road meets US 64. We will meet at 10:00 AM on Sunday, May 13. Butterflying […]