Over 25 Years of Trailside Education WNC has been a source of environmental education since 1972, and has recently expanded its staff, programs, and trails. In graceful surroundings, young and old can experience the rich, renewing world of nature. Our woodland trails are open to all, sunrise to sunset, every day of the year. See our on-site enrichment programs section for information. A multidisciplinary program that tells the geology, history, and natural science of these prolific structures.
Some seeds explode and some fly, but all have the same goal, to propagate life.
Come take a hike and learn about these amazing survival strategies. Leaves, Leaves Everywhere Come and collect some color with us, as we learn how and why the leaves change. We'll take a hike and see how they exist in their natural habitats. See our School Programs and Field Trips section for all available programs and information. Click on the Dragonfly next to the information that you are interested in.