The Friends sponsor trips and special programs for adults and children throughout the year. Special programs in the past have included a story hour and craft making activity and field trips to Chimney Rock and Douglas Falls. Our members can also participate in Venture programs at a discounted rate. The Friends of the Nature Center take an active role in seeking continued support of the Nature Center on a local and state level. This involvement includes long range planning with Buncombe County, as well as securing local, state, and private funding for the Center.
Every organization needs money.
Buncombe County supports the Center by paying salaries, supplies, and all maintenance. New exhibits and expansion of the Center are paid for by membership in the Friends, donations by the community, and special events. Hey Day, our fall family festival, Feast With the Beasts, and Christmas for the Animals are the special events sponsored by the Friends. The Friends rely on volunteers to help with special events. Volunteers are always needed for our speakers bureau to present slide shows to interested organizations within the community.