Outdoors & Hiking

Sacred Forests of the World

Saturday, November 7, 2026 · 1pm · North Carolina Arboretum

Sacred Forests of the World with Alison Ormsby Saturday, November 7 | 1 – 3 pm BRN – Elective Register Here! This class will explore the biological and cultural aspects of areas around the world that are conserved due to local beliefs and traditions. Sacred natural sites include forests, mountains, and springs that have cultural significance. Some sites also have taboos on use of species within the areas, which serves a conservation function. Most are not government-protected lands; rather, are