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SUMMARY:Castle Faire
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 22 + Sunday\, August 23 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | The Gardens | Garden Admission or Membership (Excluding select workshops)  \nHear ye\, hear ye! Join us as we celebrate one year of the Prairie Castle with a weekend of medieval merriment during Castle Faire. Don your finest Renaissance attire and journey through the Gardens at Stowe for a day of imagination\, adventure and hands-on fun for the whole family. \nEnjoy complimentary crafts and activities while supplies last\, including creating your own Adventure Trail map\, decorating a royal paper crown fit for the ruler of the Prairie Castle\, enchanting storytimes in the Lost Hollow Amphitheatre and interactive roaming performances from Gravity Check Juggling. Fuel your quest with delicious food trucks\, sweet treats and beverages available from our Garden Bars. \nLooking for even more creative fun? Enhance your visit by registering for one or more specialty workshops\, where you could craft a sparkling sequin dragon egg\, design and decorate a whimsical fairy house\, or paint a nature-inspired faux stained-glass decoration to take home. Young adventurers can even purchase a mini trebuchet craft kit from the Prairie Canteen to launch seed bombs into our Piedmont Prairie\, or bring the adventure home by launching native wildflowers in their own backyard! \nGet Tickets\n\nRegister for Sequin Dragon Egg Workshops here! \nRegister for Fairy House Crafting here! \nRegister for Stained Glass Painting here!
URL:https://danielstoweconservancy.org/event/castle-faire/
CATEGORIES:Events,Featured
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SUMMARY:Great Southeastern Pollinator Census
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, August 21 + Saturday\, August 22 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | The Gardens | Free with admission or membership \nJoin thousands of community scientists across the Southeast in one of the region’s largest pollinator conservation events. Daniel Stowe Conservancy is proud to participate for the second consecutive year\, and we’re hoping to make 2026 our biggest Census yet! \nThe Great Southeastern Pollinator Census was launched in 2017 by the University of Georgia Extension as a way to teach gardeners\, educators\, students and the general public about insects and contribute valuable data about pollinator populations. \nNo experience necessary – just visit The Gardens at Stowe on Friday\, August 21 and/or Saturday\, August 22 to participate. You also have the option to pre-register for a free Info Session on August 21 and/or 22 that includes a brief orientation\, survey materials\, and guidance before participants spread throughout the gardens to complete their official 15-minute pollinator count. Click your time slot to register below: \nFriday\, August 21 \n\n10:30 a.m. \n11:30 a.m. \n12:30 p.m. \n1:30 p.m. \n\nSaturday\, August 22 \n\n10:30 a.m. \n11:30 a.m. \n12:30 p.m. \n1:30 p.m. \n\n\nLunch + Learn Sessions  \nWe will be hosting Lunch + Learns on August 7 and 14 leading up to the event\, as well as Info Sessions day of from our Sustainability team. Each session combines an interactive classroom discussion with guided outdoor observation\, giving participants the opportunity to identify pollinators in their natural habitat while learning how their behavior supports healthy ecosystems. Attendance at these educational events are not mandatory to participate in the Census; these are optional opportunities to sharpen your pollinator identification skills and prepare. \nAugust 7: Buzzing Beyond the Honey Bee: Native Pollinators You Never Knew \nDiscover the remarkable diversity of our native pollinators as we explore carpenter bees\, bumble bees\, wasps\, and flies that quietly provide essential pollination services every day. Learn how to distinguish these often-misunderstood species\, observe their unique behaviors in the garden\, and discover why many of them are even more effective pollinators than honey bees\, \nRegister for August 7 Lunch + Learn  \n\nAugust 14: Wings of Wonder: Honey Bees\, Small Bees\, Butterflies & Other Tiny Pollinators \nThis session highlights honey bees\, small native bees\, butterflies\, moths\, and other beneficial insects\, exploring how each contributes to healthy gardens\, native landscapes\, and resilient ecosystems. Learn where to find them\, how to identify them\, and which native plants best support their life cycles. \nRegister for August 14 Lunch + Learn  \n 
URL:https://danielstoweconservancy.org/event/great-southeastern-pollinator-census/2026-08-22/
CATEGORIES:Education,Events,Featured
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SUMMARY:Sequin Dragon Egg Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 22 + Sunday\, August 23 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Levine Pavilion | $25 (+admission or Membership)  | Ages 12+  \nCreate a shimmering 2-4 inch dragon egg worthy of any mythical realm! Using sequins and pins\, you’ll transform a craft egg into a sparkling\, scale-covered keepsake to display at home or add to your fantasy collection. \nAll materials are provided\, and no prior crafting experience is necessary. This craft does require fine motor skills and repetitive movements. In the event a participant does not finish their project before the end of class\, additional supplies will be available to take to go and be completed at a later time. \nRegister Here
URL:https://danielstoweconservancy.org/event/sequin-dragon-egg-workshop/2026-08-22/
CATEGORIES:Events,Featured
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SUMMARY:Fairy House Crafting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 22 + Sunday\, August 23 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | $25 (+admission or Membership) | Conservatory Patio \nStep into a world of enchantment and create your own whimsical fairy house during our Castlefaire celebration! Using a variety of natural materials and decorative embellishments\, you’ll design a magical woodland home to take home and display in your garden or favorite outdoor space. This drop-in craft is available from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on August 22 + 23 on the Conservatory Patio. \nRegister Here
URL:https://danielstoweconservancy.org/event/fairy-house-crafting-workshop/2026-08-22/
CATEGORIES:Events,Featured
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SUMMARY:Stained Glass Painting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 22 + Sunday\, August 23 | 2-3:30 p.m. | Levine Pavilion | $45 (+admission or Membership)  \nCreate a one-of-a-kind piece of colorful artwork inspired by the magic of Castlefaire! In this hands-on craft class\, participants will design their own faux stained glass hanging using an acrylic sheet and special stained glass paints. Choose your colors\, create your design\, and transform your piece into a beautiful window decoration\, garden accent\, or personalized hanging for your home. \nYour finished artwork can be displayed as a sun-catching window piece\, a whimsical front door name plate\, or a unique decorative accent that reflects your own creativity and style. \nRegister Here
URL:https://danielstoweconservancy.org/event/stained-glass-painting-workshop/2026-08-22/
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SUMMARY:Pickin' on the Porch
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays | 2-4 p.m. | The Trailhead Store Porch | Free! \nJoin us for a free afternoon of music and fun to liven up your Saturday afternoons. All performances run from 2-4 p.m. on The Trailhead Store porch (weather permitting). Enjoy a talented rotation of musical artists\, good food\, coffee\, wine\, craft beer and good vibes all year long! \n2026 Line Up \nSeptember 26 – Wilson Morris \nOctober 3 – Peregrine North \nOctober 10 – Drew Nathan \nOctober 17 – LorieAnn Dalley \nOctober 24 – Jonah Bacon \nOctober 31 – Cove Creek Bluegrass \nNovember 7 – Nathan Dowdy \nNovember 14 – Ephraim Sommers \nNovember 21 – Wilson Morris \nNovember 28 – Wagon Load A Trouble (Duo)
URL:https://danielstoweconservancy.org/event/pickin-on-the-porch/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:Trailhead
CATEGORIES:Events,Featured,Retail
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T180000
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SUMMARY:Micheaux + More Trail Tour
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 22 | 4 p.m. | The Trailhead Store | Free\, but pre-registration required  \nLooking for an adventure? You’ve found it! Our staff will guide you through some of the newest trails at Stowe\, leading you down to Lake Wylie before venturing into the newest section of the Carolina Thread Trail adjacent to Stowe’s property. \n\nThe route will be on crushed concrete.\nThe route is approximately 3-3.5 miles in total and will be mostly downhill on the first half\, and mostly uphill on the way back. It is an out and back route.\nIt will be almost exclusively shaded for the vast majority of distance.\n\nPlease be sure to wear comfortable shoes and bug spray and bring plenty of water. \nFree Pre-Registration
URL:https://danielstoweconservancy.org/event/micheaux-more-trail-tour/
CATEGORIES:Events,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T160000
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SUMMARY:Sasquatch Stomp Adventure Race
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 22 | 4-6 p.m. | The Trailhead Store | $10  \nThe Sasquatch Stomp Adventure Race is a family-friendly off-road scavenger hunt using navigation. Teams consist of 2-4 people and you have the option to register on foot or a combination of on foot and on bike (no e-bikes permitted). Click here to view the rules.  \nRegister Here
URL:https://danielstoweconservancy.org/event/sasquatch-stomp-adventure-race/
CATEGORIES:Events,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T190000
DTSTAMP:20260820T160125Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - Bigfoot Bash
DESCRIPTION:Due to unforeseen circumstances\, Bigfoot Bash has been canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience!  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://danielstoweconservancy.org/event/bigfoot-bash/
CATEGORIES:Events,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T190000
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SUMMARY:Cryptid Cornhole Tourney
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 22 | 5-7 p.m. | The Trailhead Store | $10  \nThe Cryptid Cornhole Tournament puts your aim to the test to see if you can bag the most points in this classic backyard game. Click here to view the rules.  \nRegister Here
URL:https://danielstoweconservancy.org/event/cryptid-cornhole-tourney/
CATEGORIES:Events,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T190000
DTSTAMP:20260810T213349Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Footprints Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 22 | 6-7 p.m. | The Trailhead Store | Free\, but pre-registration is required \nEveryone knows Sasquatch love a healthy forest! Join our staff and specialized volunteers on a tour of the Phenology/scientific trail and surrounding to learn about what our forests tell you. \n\nHike approximately 1-2 miles of relatively easy terrain\, that is mostly stroller and wheelchair friendly with the exception of one set of steps.\nThe trail will be mostly shaded\, but will contain areas of sun.\n\nPlease be sure to wear comfortable shoes and bug spray and bring plenty of water. \nFree Pre-Registration
URL:https://danielstoweconservancy.org/event/forest-footprints-guided-hike/
CATEGORIES:Events,Featured
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