Morehead Planetarium of UNC presents a FREE skywatching session every month (roughly), weather permitting, at various locations around the region. The time varies according to the season, but each session is scheduled for two hours. Some skywatching sessions are at Ebenezer Church Recreation Area, part of Jordan Lake State Recreation Area. This site has restrooms, a picnic shelter and a sandy … [Read more...] about The Transit of Mercury at Morehead Planetarium Nov 11
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History Hike: American Indians on the Eno, plus tours, campfires, more, at West Point on 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 History Hike: American Indians on the Eno, plus tours, campfires, more, at West Point on the Eno
Wildlife Expo: Free family event
N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is celebrating National Hunting and Fishing Day with a free family event, Wildlife Expo, on Saturday, September 28th, 2019, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Durham County Wildlife Club, 3616 Hopson Road, Morrisville. The event will feature these activities and demos: Air Rifle Range Fishing Archery Range Hunting Dogs Demo Wildlife Health Game … [Read more...] about Wildlife Expo: Free family event
C.A.S.T.: Free weekly fishing program for kids at Jordan Lake
C.A.S.T. (Catch a Sure Thing) is a free program designed for kids with little or no fishing experience. Meet at the visitor center of Jordan Lake State Recreation area, 280 State Park Road, Apex. It's held every Sunday from April 14th to August 25th, 2019, with the exceptions of May 26th, June 30th, and July 7th. The programs take place 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Call the park office at 919 … [Read more...] about C.A.S.T.: Free weekly fishing program for kids at Jordan Lake
Free fishing on July 4th in all public waters in North Carolina
July 4th, 2019 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 … [Read more...] about Free fishing on July 4th in all public waters in North Carolina
Free Wednesday morning yoga at Townsend Bertram & Company (and more)
Townsend Bertram & Company is an outdoor provision company at 200 N. Greensboro Street, Carrboro. You can do a lot more there besides shopping for hiking boots and backpacks. They also host yoga classes, hikes, films, and more. Here's some of what's coming up: Free Morning Yoga Wednesdays, through July 31st, 2019 8 a.m. Free Free all levels yoga class at the shop! No previous … [Read more...] about Free Wednesday morning yoga at Townsend Bertram & Company (and more)
Pollinator Festival, and other free events, at Lake Crabtree County Park
Lake Crabtree County Park, at 1400 Aviation Parkway in Morrisville, is Wake County's first established county park. Its 215-acre site is adjacent to a 520-acre flood control lake. It contains more than 16 miles of trails. Other activities include group and individual picnicking, catch-and-release fishing, boating, and nature study. It also includes the remains of a 19th-century tenant farm. You … [Read more...] about Pollinator Festival, and other free events, at Lake Crabtree County Park
Barnyard Birthday Bash at Historic Oak View County Park–a birthday party for the goats
Historic Oak View County Park, 4028 Carya Drive, Raleigh, 19th-century historic farmstead with a mission to interpret North Carolina's agricultural heritage and rural history via educational programs, special events and exhibits. The park includes plenty of historical structures and natural features to explore, including a farm history center, a livestock barn, a cotton gin house, a plank … [Read more...] about Barnyard Birthday Bash at Historic Oak View County Park–a birthday party for the goats
Free events at Crowder County Park
Crowder County Park, 4709 Ten Ten Road, Apex, is located on 33 acres of landscaped grounds and hardwood forests. Amenities include three playgrounds, three picnic shelters, a sand volleyball court, playfield, walking trails, an outdoor amphitheater and a 3-acre pond with a boardwalk and observation deck. Crowder County Park hosts many family events. As is the case with all Wake County Parks, … [Read more...] about Free events at Crowder County Park
Fishing program, guided hikes, more, at Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area, 625 Virginia Cates Road in Hillsborough, features trails leading to points of interest such as the summit overlook, fishing ponds, an old quarry and the peaceful Eno River. (Scroll down for some free events at Occoneechee.) Fishing is also good at Occoneechee. From the website: Wet your line in two pretty little fishing ponds or one of the best … [Read more...] about Fishing program, guided hikes, more, at Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area
