South Wake Conservationists' goal is to conserve and improve wildlife habitat and diversity through conservation projects and outreach. They host many events for both adults and kids. One of South Wake Conservationists' popular programs is Eco Kids. The mission of Eco Kids is to engage the younger generation to develop a lifelong appreciation of the natural habitat and wildlife, and to learn, … [Read more...] about Bald Eagle Watch at Jordan Lake Dam Feb. 21
Animals
Firefly Farm open and free to visit Feb 13 to 16 for the Great Backyard Bird Count
Firefly Farm, 4911 Hunt Road, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is a wonderful spot to pick your own flowers (during flower season), explore 26 acres of rolling hills, meet friendly animals, and more. During the Great Backyard Bird Count, February 13 to 16, 2026, the farm will be open all day, from sunrise to sunset, for free! Come and go as you please and enjoy the farm while being a citizen … [Read more...] about Firefly Farm open and free to visit Feb 13 to 16 for the Great Backyard Bird Count
Open Farm at Sunrise Community Farm Center on Saturdays
Sunrise Community Farm Center, 6407 Millhouse Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a community farm inclusive of all ages, abilities, backgrounds and interests. Sunrise Community Farm Center hosts an Open Farm event every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. These take place all year, rain or shine. There are plenty of covered and weather proofed areas so that you can enjoy the visit regardless of … [Read more...] about Open Farm at Sunrise Community Farm Center on Saturdays
Visit Brajboro Cow Sanctuary in Chapel Hill
Brajboro Cow Sanctuary, at 6903 Gold Mine Loop Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a not-for-profit organization that has a mission of caring for cows for life. Every Saturday and Sunday, the sanctuary is open for visitors from 12 to 4 p.m. (Hours change according to the season.) The cows love visitors! If you'd like to feed the cows, you can bring bananas, carrots, cucumber and celery. Make … [Read more...] about Visit Brajboro Cow Sanctuary in Chapel Hill
Palentine’s Day Barn Dance with live music at Sunrise Community Farm Center Feb. 13 — pay what you can!
Sunrise Community Farm Center, 6407 Millhouse Road, Chapel Hill, NC, is a community farm inclusive of all ages, abilities, backgrounds and interests. In addition to farm activities, Sunrise Community Farm Center also hosts special events throughout the year, including live music and dancing. Palentine's Day Barn Dance with The UnsustainablesFriday, February 13, 20266 to 9 p.m.Pay what you can … [Read more...] about Palentine’s Day Barn Dance with live music at Sunrise Community Farm Center Feb. 13 — pay what you can!
Huge list of animal webcams and live streams you won’t want to stop watching
Do you need a break from the stress of your daily life? There might be no better way to destress than to watch adorable, strange or exotic animals on a webcam. From jellyfish to bears to elephants, the webcams offer you a front-row seat to these animals activities. All are free to watch. Since they are live, and from various places around the globe, sometimes the animals will be asleep, and … [Read more...] about Huge list of animal webcams and live streams you won’t want to stop watching
EagleFest at Jordan Lake rescheduled to Feb. 7
Jordan Lake, at 2060 Jordan Dam Road, Moncure, North Carolina, is celebrating its population of Bald Eagles with its second annual EagleFest. It's been rescheduled to February 7, 2026, due to the winter weather on January 24 and January 31. Follow the Jordan Lake website and Jordan Lake Facebook page for more announcements. Jordan Lake is home to at least 25 nesting pairs of bald eagles. In the … [Read more...] about EagleFest at Jordan Lake rescheduled to Feb. 7
Canceled: Groundhog Day Celebration in Garner
UPDATE: This event has been canceled, due to the inclement weather. Snerd, in Garner, is the Triangle's only official Groundhog Day groundhog. The pressure's on, Snerd! On Monday, February 2, 2026, Snerd will preside at a Groundhog Day celebration from 10 a.m to 12:15 p.m., at Garner Recreation Center, 207 W Main Street, Garner, North Carolina. The highlight will be when Snerd delivers her … [Read more...] about Canceled: Groundhog Day Celebration in Garner
Cat Show: It’s TICA Time Garden Pawty on April 11-12
Cat lovers won't want to miss the TICA Time Cat Show on April 11 and 12, 2026, at Dorton Arena at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission: Bring a cat food donation for a $1 discount. There will be vendors with lots of kitty toys and other items, and there will also be cats from local shelters available for adoption. At the cat show, you … [Read more...] about Cat Show: It’s TICA Time Garden Pawty on April 11-12
First Friday Bird Walk in Garner Jan. 2
The Town of Garner is offering First Friday Bird Walks. They generally take place on the first Friday of each month, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., alternating between Lake Benson Park and the White Deer Park Classroom in Garner. The bird walks are currently scheduled through August, 2026, except in July, when the bird walk takes place the second Friday, due to the Independence Day holiday. Enjoy … [Read more...] about First Friday Bird Walk in Garner Jan. 2
