Registration is now OPEN for our summer courses and workshops! Visit highlandsbiological.org/about/workshop… for more information about what to expect and to register. We hope to see you this summer!

Wonderful celebration of Alfred Russel Wallace here in Oxford today! Kudos to the organizers MSHS TOULOUSE, Maison Française d'Oxford & Oxford University Museum of Natural History, and many thanks to my fellow speakers and attendees! #Wallace200

Although our offices are closed tomorrow, the Botanical Garden and trails will be open. Happy #MartinLutherKingJrDay!

Obviously we're frond of our ferns, and want you to be too! Visit highlandsbiological.org/summer-2023-ac… for more information on this fun and hands-on course. #wcu #ferns #botany

Don't ask us how she does it, but we are so proud of Dr. Petric! Not only is she the Director for UNC Highlands Field Site AND an active small mammal researcher (with a special fondness for #bats), but she's also a mentor to dozens of budding biologists across NC. endeavors.unc.edu/all-creatures-…

Are you or someone you know looking for a fun summer job?! Well look no further- applications are open for our summer staff positions. Visit highlandsbiological.org/get-involved for job descriptions and application instructions.

Join #NCStateCNR and student-founded Field Inclusive as we raise awareness about issues marginalized groups face in the field, expand CNR’s field safety equipment, and build equitable and inclusive environments. Learn how you can help: ncst.at/bqVR50MxXFZ

If you saw these graphs (with data taken directly from our water quality sonde), what would you say could've caused the spike in salinity? We'll give you a hint: we had snowy weather the prior week and the lake is near a paved road.

Calling all #publichealth scientists! This course will cover the natural history of mosquitoes (Culicidae) found in the Southern Appalachians, empasizing the ecology of mosquitoes of public health relevance. For more information and to register, visit highlandsbiological.org/summer-2023-ac….

We can't have a summer without a #salamander class! This course will look at #conservation from all sorts of unique angles, with a focus on the importance of #genetics to conservation efforts. Visit highlandsbiological.org/summer-2023-ac… for more information.

HBS has a long history of facilitating research on and around the Highlands Plateau, and we want YOU to join us this year! Whether you're studying #mammals, #botany, or #insects, we encourage you to apply. Many thanks to Highlands Biological Foundation for supporting this wonderful program.

Time is running out to submit your GIA proposal and application! This is a great opportunity for anyone conducting research in the #southernappalachians. Visit highlandsbiological.org/grants-in-aid-… for more information. #research #highered #fieldecology

GIA applications are due NEXT WEEK! Don’t miss out on this great opportunity. Visit highlandsbiological.org/grants-in-aid-… to start your application TODAY! #fieldecology #getoutside #fieldwork #fieldstation

TWO great lectures this Thursday (4/27), both available via Zoom: 12 p.m.: Virtual Lunchbox Talk: Quantifying Genetic Variation of Pocosin Loosestrife using Microsatellites 6 p.m.: Hybrid Special Arbor Day Lecture: The World of Trees Learn more: ncbg.unc.edu/calendar/

📢 We're hiring! Join our incredible development team to help raise funds to support the Museum's public education, outreach & conservation efforts. Apply to be our next Senior Development Associate by Tuesday, May 2: governmentjobs.com/careers/northc…

The Smith Fungal Biology Lab at the University of Florida is looking for a full-time research technician to work on several ongoing projects related to fungal systematics, ecology, and evolution. Details are below! Questions? email <[email protected]>

Register NOW! Learn field and lab ID of native grasses and their importance in ecosystems. For more information and to register, visit highlandsbiological.org/summer-2023-ac… #highlandsbiologicalstation #wcu #fieldecology #botany #grasses #getoutside

Interested in learning more about native bees? NCBG staff will be at Chapel Hill Public Library on Saturday, May 13 from 10-11:30 a.m. to share about Budburst! Register here: chapelhillpl.librarycalendar.com/event/protect-…

Enroll today! 1 week courses = 2 credit hours 2 week courses = 4 credit hours highlandsbiological.org/summer-2023-ac…

Congratulations to HBS Executive Director Jim Costa!