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
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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
Free nature programs for children at Dorothea Dix Park
Dorothea Dix Park, 2105 Umstead Drive in Raleigh, is the site of one of the most exciting new park projects in America. The 308-acre site blends historic architecture and rich landscapes into a unique destination. The park's development has just begun, but there are already many events taking place at the park. In addition, the park hosts more events, including kids' programs and … [Read more...] about Free nature programs for children at Dorothea Dix Park
Fun Triangle hikes with kids
While collecting our 15 Best Hikes in the Triangle, we noticed several that seemed perfect for families, with a mix of easy hikes, lively scenery, picnicking and playgrounds. That Makes Sense Interpretive Trail, Horton Grove Nature Preserve, Durham. Print out a scavenger hunt list from the website and fill it in as you follow the signs explaining how all animals, including people, use their … [Read more...] about Fun Triangle hikes with kids
