For Starters: Ferns

Sporting fronds instead of leaves, spores instead of seeds, and something alarmingly called an indusium, it’s a wonder that anything as unusual as a fern can also be so downright loveable. Then again, the fiddleheads and feather-like foliage that brings to mind lumbering dinos and simpler times (evolutionarily, that is) may explain some of their appeal. Whatever your reasons, if now feels like the right time to learn your ferns, come join us for this introductory exploration—you won’t be sori!

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Program Guidelines

Registration is required. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable.

Programs at Duke Farms are held rain or shine, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be canceled. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.

We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.

Accessibility

This class involves traveling about 1 mile on mixed (paved and unpaved) surfaces, with participants moving for the entire duration. Most program routes can be adapted to accommodate mobility needs.

Duke Farms is committed to equitable nature access, and participants in our programs can expect or request* the following accommodations:

• Paved*, flat trails
• Instructors with voice amplifiers*
• Assistive listening devices (ALDs) for indoor programs*
• American Sign Language Interpreters, with ten (10) days’ notice*
• KultureCity sensory bags
• We welcome working, trained service animals as described by the ADA

We may be able to provide additional, reasonable accommodations not listed here; please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.