Our partner, the Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium on Ocean Isle Beach has worked with their local mayor on many important coastal projects over the years. This year, that very special mayor is being recognized for her outstanding dedication as a protector of North Carolina’s coastline. The Ocean Isle Museum Foundation (OIMF) will…
The WNC Nature Center will reopen to the public on Monday, March 17, five and a half months after closing due to the devastating effects of Tropical Storm Helene, which caused significant flooding that destroyed roads and the main bridge to the Nature Center. Before opening to the general public, the Nature Center will open…
Last week was Engineers Week. Also known as EWeek, this week of engineering celebration was established in 1951 by the National Society of Engineers with a goal of ensuring a “diverse and well-educated future engineering workforce.” Engineering is, of course, the “E” in STEM and it is still a goal to help create a diverse…
What is a Hack-A-Thon? I thought you might ask. PARI’s Hack-A-Thon weekend is all about space exploration and helping others to understand space better while working as a team. This Hack-A-Thon is for teams who are ready to tackle big ideas in space exploration. If you believe you are up to the task of transforming…
Nestled in the heart of North Carolina’s High Country, Grandfather Mountain State Park is a breathtaking destination celebrated for its rugged beauty and biological diversity. Towering at 5,946 feet, this iconic peak offers panoramic vistas, challenging trails, and a stunning array of natural communities that make it a must-visit for nature enthusiasts. Spanning nearly 2,500…
Here on the Science Trail, we love to see our partners working together on an exciting project. Last Saturday, the Carolina Raptor Center from Huntersville pulled together with the Schiele Museum from Gastonia at Crowders Mountain State Park in Kings Mountain for a beautiful moment, shared with a crowd. Read along as Robert Koch from…
The Discovery Place museums in and around the Charlotte area are a treasure in our state. North Carolina is a better place just for having these amazing resources at our disposal for learning about every facet of science in the most fun ways. Discovery Place Nature has been under construction this year in preparation for…
Celebrate the New Year with fun, fresh air, and scenic views by participating in a First Day Hike in one of North Carolina’s State Parks. These guided hikes are organized annually from Hawaii to Maine to encourage individuals and families to start the year on the right foot – by getting outside and connecting with…
There’s a new comet rolling our way, folks, and our Ken Brandt from the Robeson Planetarium has some great information to help you view it this month. Follow these tips and you are likely to get a spectacular sighting of fire and ice across the sky. ********** Written By Ken Brandt, Director, Robeson Planetarium One…