Wild Food Foragers is a group that searches out uncultivated foods growing around the Triangle. Its Facebook page is a good place to learn about upcoming outdoor excursions. Programs throughout the year educate aspiring foragers on proper etiquette, practice and techniques. The cost to go on most forage sessions are $20 or more. However, we are sharing them here because there are always two … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Food Forage on the Eno
Outdoors
Free guided hikes and nature programs at Eno River State Park
Eno River State Park, 6101 Cole Mill Road in Durham, offers nearly 30 miles of trails along a swift, shallow stream that’s popular with anglers, photographers and sightseers. It also is the site for some free educational programs throughout the year. Here are the next few. Follow the links for details, especially about registration, as some programs have limited space. Also, make sure to … [Read more...] about Free guided hikes and nature programs at Eno River State Park
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt in Downtown Raleigh
Raleigh Parks is presenting a free Black History Scavenger Hunt. Read on for details, as well as a big list of Black History Month events in the Triangle. The scavenger hunt takes place February 20th and 21st. Hosted by Worthdale Community Center, this city-wide scavenger hunt highlights prominent locations in downtown Raleigh that honor African American leaders who have impacted our … [Read more...] about Black History Month Scavenger Hunt in Downtown Raleigh
15 best hikes in the Triangle
It's free, it's healthy, it's a natural antidepressant -- what's not to like about hiking? The Triangle area has networks of trails in easy reach, for all levels of ability. Several local trails are part of the larger Mountains-to-Sea network. Here are some favorites: Cary hikes Hemlock Bluffs Four trails, all around a mile long. Hemlock Bluffs houses a rare stand of Piedmont … [Read more...] about 15 best hikes in the Triangle
Win prizes for going on hikes on Triangle Land Conservancy nature preserves
Triangle Land Conservancy is committed to safeguarding clean water, protecting natural habitats, supporting local farms and food, and connecting people with nature through land protection and stewardship, catalyzing community action, and collaboration. The organization presents many events throughout the year, and most of them are free to attend. Right now they are not hosting events where … [Read more...] about Win prizes for going on hikes on Triangle Land Conservancy nature preserves
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
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
Pump Track with the Police in Carrboro
Check out the new pump track at Martin Luther King Park, 1120 Hillsborough Road, Carrboro. Join members of the Carrboro Police Department on Saturday, February 29th, 2020, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., and ride the track with them. The officers will be promoting bicycle safety and riding the track with participants. This is a free event. The event will be rescheduled if the track is … [Read more...] about Pump Track with the Police in Carrboro
Canceled: Annual Kite Festival in Cary
Update: The Kite Festival has been canceled for 2020. The Town of Cary's annual Kite Festival will take place Saturday, October 17th, 2020, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at WakeMed Soccer Park, 201 Soccer Park Road. You might also be interested in: Calendar of Triangle events Free things to do this week Subscribing to Triangle on the Cheap's emails Free and cheap events for … [Read more...] about Canceled: Annual Kite Festival in Cary
Bald Eagle talk and hike at Jordan Lake State Recreation Area
Jordan Lake State Recreation Area, at 280 State Park Road, Apex, includes over 46,000 acres. It is a popular spot for boating, hiking, and fishing. It's known for its Bald Eagle population. The best time of year for observing eagles is April, May and June, when the birds are migrating northward. Jordan Lake provides facilities for camping, including tent, trailer, RV camping. There are also … [Read more...] about Bald Eagle talk and hike at Jordan Lake State Recreation Area
