Orchids Under the Full Moon

Discover some of our most beautiful—and sometimes delightfully fragrant—orchids during a special evening tour beneath August’s Sturgeon Moon.

Families are complicated. Orchidaceae most of all.

On this inviting summer night walk, the light of the full moon will guide us to the Orchid Range—and from there, around the world. Journey through the remarkable diversity of this global plant family, from Panama to Nepal to Ghana, as we explore the extraordinary colors, forms, and adaptations that make orchids unlike any other flowers.

Along the way, we’ll uncover the hidden evolutionary stories written into every bloom. Are orchids truly as fragile and finicky as their reputation suggests? Or are their intricate relationships with pollinators, fungi, and native habitats simply difficult to recreate outside the ecosystems where they evolved? Together, we’ll discover what makes these plants so fascinating.

Program Information

• Location: Meet at the Orientation Center before walking to the Orchid Range.
• Distance: Approximately 2 miles.
• Terrain: Paved, gravel, and dirt paths.
• Weather: This program takes place entirely outdoors. Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.

Come experience the beauty, mystery, and global story of orchids under the glow of the full Sturgeon Moon.

Program Guidelines

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All programs begin at the Farm Barn Orientation Center unless otherwise noted.

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 or impeditive 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.

Accessibility

Duke Farms is committed to equitable nature access, and the following accommodations may be available, depending on the program:

• 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.

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