Pine Primer
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Pine Primer

  • Ages 18+

Join Naturalist Carlton Burke in an indoor/outdoor lecture about Pine trees in our region including their human uses.

By The NC Arboretum: Adult Education Programs

Date and time

Tuesday, June 10 · 9:30am - 12:30pm EDT.

Location

The North Carolina Arboretum

100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way Asheville, NC 28806

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 5 days before event

About this event

  • Event lasts 3 hours
  • Ages 18+

Pine Primer

with Carlton Burke

Tuesday, June 10  |  9:30 am - 12:30 pm

BRN - Elective

From the rare and fragrant Fraser fir of the highest mountain elevations to the common white pine found throughout our region, the beautiful evergreen members of Pinaceae enrich our Appalachian Mountains. This class covers species identification of the Pine family members found in western North Carolina and their natural history as well as human uses of the pine family and their importance in our mountain ecosystems.

This program takes place in the classroom and outdoors. Please come prepared to walk on gentle, yet uneven terrain, and dress appropriately for the weather.

Carlton Burke is a naturalist and educator who operates Carolina Mountain Naturalists, an educational service which offers wildlife and nature educational programs throughout western North Carolina. He also was on the staff of the western North Carolina Nature Center in Asheville for over 25 years as the Curator of Exhibits. Carlton co-hosts a weekly radio program NATURE NEWS and is also a NC state and federally licensed wildlife rehabilitator.


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Frequently asked questions

Do I have to pay for the parking fee to enter the park for this class?

No, your registration for your program includes entry into the park for the day but does not include admission for any non-registered guests. You are welcome to stay and explore the grounds after your class is over until the park closes for the evening.

Where does this class meet?

Our classes are hosted at a variety of locations throughout the Arboretum property. Details about each class's meeting location are shared with participants two days before the class.

I heard there is a discount for members of the NC Arboretum, how do I find that promo code?

We share the discount code in our member newsletters a couple of times a year. If you are not sure what that code is, please email us at adulteducation@ncarboretum.org and we can share it with you if your membership is active.

Are there options to purchase food at the NC Arboretum?

Our Bent Creek Bistro is open from March - November 10 am - 4 pm daily and open during Winter Lights from 6 pm - 10 pm. There are vending machines located at each building with snacks and drinks available.

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The NC Arboretum: Adult Education Programs

North Carolina Arboretum Society members receive a 10% discount on class registration fees. Join today!

Adult & Continuing Education Programs are designed for participants 18 years and older.

$48.30