Many North Carolina State Parks are offering Thanksgiving Weekend hikes and nature programs. These programs are a great way to enjoy the outdoors and experience an alternative to the Black Friday madness and to make the most of the weekend. The hikes vary in difficulty. These are free events. Make sure to follow the links to register, if necessary. See the full list of Thanksgiving … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Weekend Hikes and Nature Programs in North Carolina State Parks
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More than 60,000 surplus trout coming to North Carolina waters
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North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission has announced that it will be stocking surplus trout in 38 bodies of water in central and western North Carolina this winter. In all, they'll be stocking more than 60,000 brook, brown, and rainbow trout, all of which will be 10 inches or longer, from November 30th to December 22nd, 2020. The rules: You can harvest up to seven trout per … [Read more...] about More than 60,000 surplus trout coming to North Carolina waters
Free guided walking tours at West Point in the Eno
West Point on the Eno, at 5101 N. Roxboro Street, Durham, is a 404-acre natural and historic park located along a 2-mile stretch of the Eno River River, 6 miles north of downtown Durham. Scroll down for a list of upcoming events at West Point on the Eno. West Point on the Eno features: Boating Greenway/trail access Grill Picnic shelter Picnic table Recreation center … [Read more...] about Free guided walking tours at West Point in the Eno
Free Raleigh and Durham walking tours every weekend with Tobacco Road Tours, plus weekly ghost tours
Tobacco Road Tours is offering free walking tours in Raleigh and Durham every weekend, through mid-November. These tours are 90 minutes long. Registration is required. Although they are free, tips are accepted and appreciated. They also offer reasonably priced ghost tours. Scroll down to see the information on all the tours. If you have questions about anything, including the tour's … [Read more...] about Free Raleigh and Durham walking tours every weekend with Tobacco Road Tours, plus weekly ghost tours
Go on a StoryWalk, and then visit goats, at Historic Oak View County Park
Historic Oak View County Park, 4028 Carya Drive, Raleigh, remains open and free to visit, although the historic buildings are closed. The park is a 19th-century historic farmstead, with a mission to interpret North Carolina's agricultural heritage and rural history via educational programs, special events and exhibits. Several goats live at Historic Oak View County Park, … [Read more...] about Go on a StoryWalk, and then visit goats, at Historic Oak View County Park
Full Moon Fever Bike Ride on American Tobacco Trail
Experience the American Tobacco Trail at night with the Full Moon Fever Bike Ride, with the Durham Community Trail Watch group and Durham Parks and Recreation. The ride takes place Saturday, September 5th, 2020. There's no cost to participate, and you don't need to register. Please note: the ride has two starting times and locations. 7:30 p.m. - First Ride Start Time The first ride start … [Read more...] about Full Moon Fever Bike Ride on American Tobacco Trail
Photo guide to 7 breathtaking North Carolina waterfalls
North Carolina is a wonderland of waterfalls. This photo guide of seven North Carolina waterfalls, by Harrison Grothoff, will inspire you to go on a road trip to explore one or two of these natural beauties. Since most of these waterfalls are in Western North Carolina, they're a bit of a trek from the Triangle, but we think they're definitely worth it! We've included the … [Read more...] about Photo guide to 7 breathtaking North Carolina waterfalls
Photo guide to hiking 12 North Carolina State Parks (additional parks added)
If you're looking for ways to beat cabin fever, while keeping a healthy distance from crowds, North Carolina State Parks might be the answer. Please be mindful of the need to distance yourself from others. If you get to a park and it is too crowded to have 6 feet between yourself and others, then it's not safe to be at. To beat the crowds get there early! Consider if you can … [Read more...] about Photo guide to hiking 12 North Carolina State Parks (additional parks added)
Free fishing on July 4th in all public waters in North Carolina
July 4th, 2020 is Free Fishing Day in North Carolina. Everyone in North Carolina, including visitors, can fish in any public body of water without the need for a license. Other regulations, such as size limitations and lure restrictions, still apply. Use this fishing map to find public fishing spots. There are many public fishing areas in the Triangle. Make sure to check the box to indicate … [Read more...] about Free fishing on July 4th in all public waters in North Carolina
8 fun things you can still do at Durham Parks & Recreation parks
Although events and activities with Durham Parks and Recreation have been canceled, and recreation center and pools have been closed, all the parks remain open. Only the City lakes, Little River and Lake Michie, are closed. Playgrounds and restrooms are now closed, but you can still take a brief "sunshine break." Make sure to give people that six-foot bubble of space. Group games like … [Read more...] about 8 fun things you can still do at Durham Parks & Recreation parks
