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SUMMARY:Duke’s Birthday Week 👑🐍
DESCRIPTION:Join us September 5–11 as we celebrate the birthday of one of Cape Fear Botanical Garden’s most beloved animal ambassadors\, Duke the Eastern Kingsnake. \nSeptember 9 marks Duke’s 19th birthday—a remarkable milestone for a species that typically lives about 10–15 years in the wild. \nThroughout the week\, visit the Nature Nook to learn more about Duke\, Eastern Kingsnakes\, and the important role snakes play in North Carolina’s natural environment. \nDiscover what makes Eastern Kingsnakes unique\, where they live\, what they eat\, and how they contribute to a healthy ecosystem. Along the way\, you’ll also get to know Duke himself and learn why this longtime Garden resident is worth celebrating. \nBirthday activities and displays are designed for all ages\, with opportunities to: \n\nMeet Duke and learn more about Eastern Kingsnakes\nExplore interactive educational displays\nSign Duke’s giant birthday card\nColor your own Duke\nTake a photo with our birthday King\nVisit Duke’s specially decorated birthday habitat\n\nWhether you already appreciate snakes or usually prefer to admire them from a distance\, Duke’s Birthday Week is an invitation to look a little closer\, learn something new\, and discover a greater appreciation for the wildlife that shares our world. \nAll activities included with your Garden Admission. No preregistration required.
URL:https://capefearbg.org/event/dukes-birthday-week-%f0%9f%91%91%f0%9f%90%8d/
LOCATION:Cape Fear Botanical Garden\, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Environmental Education Team":MAILTO:bgoldentyer@capefearbg.org
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