In The Dark Exhibit at the North Carolina Arboretum

We had another great trip to the NC Arboretum and saw the In The Dark exhibit.  We learned about animal adaptations to low light and complete dark environments.  This exhibit was very hands on for the kids.  They enjoyed learning more about nocturnal animals and discovering how these animals have adapted to the world of darkness.

Nocturnal animals have a big impact on our environment.  The above display shows different nocturnal animals in our local area.

Each person was able to enter a total darkness room and asked to complete a task.  Outside the room we could watch the person on a monitor using the night vision camera.

Learning where mammals go at night to hide from nocturnal predators.  Also, how owls and bats can discover these 'hidden' prey in the darkness of night.

Discovering how birds migrate during night time hours.

Learning how animals adapted to dark environments.

Discovering creatures of the deep and how they survive the harsh living conditions.

Learning about how visually impaired people navigate the world around them.

Discovering how voles and moles feel vibrations underground.

Reclaimed Creations at the North Carolina Arboretum

In the fall of 2018, our home school group traveled to the NC Arboretum to explore the exhibit: Reclaimed Creations.  It was quite interesting to see all the materials artist Sayaka Ganz used in this sculpture exhibit.  It made us look at items differently as we studied each creation. 

 

Roots of Wisdom at the North Carolina Arboretum

In the spring of 2018 our home school group toured the Roots of Wisdom exhibit at the North Carolina Arboretum.  This interactive exhibit was very engaging and allowed the kids to learn more about native cultures and their ties to nature. 

Saving Streams and Wildlife - The Confederated Tribes of  Umatilla Indian Reservation

Restoring Fish Ponds - Native Hawaiians

Re-establishing a Native Plant - Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians

Rediscovering Native Foods - Tulalip Tribes

After we toured the exhibit we explored the grounds of the arboretum and hiked to the Wild Azaela beds.

Wicked Plants, Winged Wonders, Oh My!

Our home school group visited then NC Arboretum and had a great time! We took in the Wicked Plants exhibit.  It was an excellent display of a house that had rooms filled with information on poisonous plants, invasive plants, stinging plants, etc.  Each room had plenty of hands on experiences and some intriguing mystery solving components.  It was perfect way to kick off the month of October!

We marveled at the Winged Wonder exhibit.  Looking for butterflies, caterpillars, and eggs on the plants in the greenhouse.  Fairy houses were tucked neatly into the plants and added to the atmosphere.  We learned about the different butterflies and their life cycles.

We explored the gardens of the arboretum.  We admired both the plants and the art sculptures on the grounds.

After lunch, we hiked the nature trail.  Stopping to read the signs and observe nature.

It was a great day spent with friends!