by Dale Gordon, Director | Apr 13, 2026
Fireflies are known for their magnificent flashes that fill our summer nights with magic. How do they glow, and are there any that don’t glow? How do they help with medical research? What special kinds can we find in our own backyards? The world of fireflies is...
by Dale Gordon, Director | Apr 13, 2026
For more than a century, artificial lighting has transformed our nights—brightening our homes, streets, and cities. But only recently have scientists begun to fully understand the hidden costs of this constant illumination. Light pollution is now recognized as a...
by Dale Gordon, Director | Apr 13, 2026
Description: Join wildlife biologist Justin McVey to explore the fascinating history and biology of coyotes in North Carolina. The presentation will trace coyotes’ natural migration and human-assisted expansion throughout North Carolina, highlight coyotes’...
by Dale Gordon, Director | Apr 16, 2021
The Village Nature Series is an educational program that promotes conservation sponsored in collaboration with the Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust. The series of presentations highlight distinct cultural and natural features of the area. Visit the Village Nature...
