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WAKE, NC · SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2026 · PARKS & REC

Explore Ethnobotany: Beech Day

Spend the day at the “beech” as an ethnobotanist!

FreeparksnatureeducationRegistration required

Books, a notebook, and a desk lamp, woodcut illustration

Fig. 01 — Beech Bluff County Park - Muscadine Shelter

About the event

Spend the day at the “beech” as an ethnobotanist! In this series, we will explore the relationship between people and the plants around them. This session in particular will focus on our namesake species, the beech tree! We will discuss the importance of ethnobotany, learn how beech trees have been used over time and look for them in the park, learn sustainable harvesting practices, and get more acquainted with this species through a nature journaling exercise. Part of this program will take place off-trail. This program is recommended for ages 12+.

Schedule: Oct 18, 2026 Sunday from 1pm to 2:15pm

Duration: 1 hour 15 mins

Ages: 12 yrs +,

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