Raising Eastern Black Swallowtail Butterflies

Learn how to raise eastern black swallowtail butterflies through their winter hibernations for release in your own back yard. Lori Carlson, Duke Gardens docent, will work with you to explore the lifecycle and how to care for and feed the butterflies. The class will end with a scavenger hunt for children to find butterflies and host plants, while parents work directly with Lori to complete their understanding of butterfly care.Each child will receive a butterfly box, host plants, a caterpillar or chrysalis and Lori's reference booklet to take home. Together your family can enjoy watching one of nature's many miracles.For children ages 5-9. Adult chaperone required. Participant limit: 10 children.Registration/information: 919-668-1707 or gardenseducation@duke.edu.