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Visit EVENTS & CLASSES Join us for one of our exciting classes, programs or events Camp Wildflower Select days, May – June Nature Nights Thursday, June 6 Native Fruit Trees Saturday, June 1 Dino Nites Fridays, June 7 – 28 May 17 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm MEMBERS ONLY: Dig Into Dinos May 18 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring Drop-in & Discover May 20 10:30 am - 11:15 am Recurring Yoga FIT May 26 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Recurring Dino Nite May 28 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Recurring Camp Wildflower View Calendar All Events FIND A PLANT Discover the Native Plants of North America Search GARDEN VIEWS An inside glimpse of the gardens from our Instagram feed Good news! ? The owlet that slipped from the nest yesterday was spotted this morning behind the admission kiosk by our dedicated volunteer photographer, Bill J. Boyd, who snapped this picture of it in a nearby tree. ?✨ Remember, these plucky owlets are at the age where they start to leave the nest and learn how to fly and hunt on their own, so if you see less of them on the Owl Cam, don`t fear - this is all part of the plan! To read more about Athena and her owlets, check out the link in our bio! ? #StayWild #WildflowerCenter #AthenaTheOwl May 16 Open Owlet update: early this morning, one of our precious owlets had a little slip and fell out of the nest. We know this fall can seem worrisome, but it`s all part of the natural process! At 6 weeks old, this little one is just about at the age to start practicing those aerial acrobatics. Owlets are amazing climbers at this age, using their talons and beak to scale trees. While the ground might not be an ideal landing pad, the nearby trees are accessible for our intrepid little explorer. ?? We`re keeping an eye out in the daylight to ensure this adventurous owlet remains unharmed. The parents have been located nearby and are still actively caring for the owlets, bringing food and overseeing their flying lessons. Learn more about our little feathered friend`s journey by checking out @cornellbirdcams video update at the link in our bio! ? ?: Athena watching her owlets from a nearby tree, photo by Bill J. Boyd #StayWild #WildflowerCenter May 15 Open Last call for pollinator love! ? Don`t miss your chance to make a difference for the bee fly (Bombylius major) and other endangered species through our Adopt-A-Pollinator program - this opportunity ends tonight, so click the link in our profile or visit wildflower.org/adopt today! Your support goes a long way in protecting these precious creatures and maintaining the vibrancy of our gardens. Each adoption package includes a kit that can be easily emailed and printed, containing three weekly activity sheets and a certificate of completion. Huge thanks to everyone who has already adopted pollinators! Your generosity and commitment are vital for the flourishing of our ecosystems. Let`s continue to work together to ensure a thriving future for all. ? ?: Julie Shaw #StayWild #WildflowerCenter May 14 Open Meet us in the gardens this week for the grand finale of Tuesday Twilights as we bid farewell to this incredible series for the season! Don’t miss out on the last hurrah happening tomorrow, May 14th, from 5 - 8 p.m. It’s going to be an unforgettable evening featuring a triple lineup of fantastic local musicians and food trucks - read on to check it out! MUSIC: @shanny2dope AND @daysofsum_mer AND @littlemazarn FOOD: @garboslobster @konfusedesindianfoodtruck @dulcefridaatx DRINK: Tito’s Strawberry Basil Spritzer! A massive thank you to our event sponsor, @titosvodka for making this seasonal series possible! #WildflowerCenter #StayWild #TuesdayTwilights May 13 Open Happy Mother`s Day! Honor Mom amidst nature`s beauty at the Wildflower Center botanical garden. We`re celebrating with specialty cocktails and charcuterie boxes, special performances, and beautiful wildflowers. Reservations are accepted, but if you and your mom are the spontaneous type, no need to worry - walkups are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis. Check out more details at the link in our bio! Let`s celebrate the amazing moms who fill our lives with love and laughter. ? #StayWild #WildflowerCenter May 12 Open Join Wildflower Center Executive Director Lee Clippard as he takes you through our nature trails to point out some of his favorite seasonal blooms! ? To appreciate all of these unique native plants for yourself this weekend, visit the link in our bio to check out the details for today’s Lady Bird Day and tomorrow’s Mother’s Day celebrations - reservations accepted, walkups welcome on a first-come, first-served basis! #WildflowerCenter #StayWild #MothersDay May 11 Open As the Wildflower Center goes prehistoric in preparation for the Dinosaurs Around the World exhibit, we`re excited to highlight one of the plants in our garden that really takes us back to the Age of Reptiles. Horsetail (Equisetum hyemale) has been around for 350 million years. It was much taller in the time of dinosaurs – approximately 20 feet! ? Dinosaurs Around the World: The Great Outdoors opens on May 17th and runs through July 17th. Step into the past on a journey across continents and encounter 10 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs as they inhabit our grounds - there`s plenty to learn and nothing to fear from these fascinating creatures! ?: Lee Page #WildflowerCenter #StayWild #Dinosaurs May 10 Open The newest arrivals to the Wildflower Center family are growing up fast! These cute owlets hatched in early April and are now - quite literally - spreading their wings. The owlets spend around 6 to 7 weeks in their cozy nest before taking their first flight. Once they`re out, it`s time for some serious owl training - hunting lessons and flying practice under the watchful eyes of their wise parents (who are usually stationed nearby). By July or August, these fledglings will be ready to soar into the world on their own, thanks to the guidance of Athena and her teachings. Stay up to date on their progress by visiting the link in our bio, where you can watch @cornellbirdcams live feed of the nest, learn owl facts, and more!? ?: Bubo virginianus owlets, photo by Bill J. Boyd #WildflowerCenter #StayWild May 9 Open With a sea of blooms at the Wildflower Center right now, lots of pollinators are here for the buffet! This photo of a male black-chinned hummingbird feeding on a red yucca was taken by our volunteer photographer, Bill Boyd. These fast-flying birds love red flowers, like flame acanthus (Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. wrightii), red buckeye (Aesculus pavia) and trumpet vine (Campsis radicans). To help protect the black-chinned hummingbird (Archilochus alexandri) and other endangered species, you can either click the link in our profile or visit wildflower.org/adopt before May 14th. By doing so, you can symbolically adopt these pollinators! Each adoption package includes a kit that can be easily emailed and printed, containing three weekly activity sheets and a certificate of completion. We extend our gratitude to everyone who has already adopted pollinators, as your support is vital for maintaining the vibrancy of our gardens. ?: Bill J. Boyd #StayWild #WildflowerCenter May 8 Open Join us at the Wildflower Center for Lady Bird Day on May...