The Great Trails State Coalition has announced the launch of the 2023 North Carolina Year of the Trail campaign, which will celebrate and draw attention to North Carolina’s vast network of trails, greenways, and blueways. North Carolina Year of the Trail is the largest statewide celebration of trails and outdoor recreation in state history, and it aims to firmly establish North Carolina as … [Read more...] about First Day Outdoors — Guided Hikes on January 1
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Free Fall Foliage Tours in Wake Forest
Explore the vibrant colors of the leaves at Joyner Park in Wake Forest on guided walking tours on November 9th and 12th, 2022. Urban Forestry coordinator Luke Devores is leading Fall Foliage Tours on: Wednesday, November 9th, 2022, at 10 a.m.Wednesday, November 9th, 2022, at 2 p.m.Saturday, November 12th, 2022, at 12 p.m.Saturday, November 12th, 2022, at 2 p.m. There's no cost for the … [Read more...] about Free Fall Foliage Tours in Wake Forest
Sunflower Days at Cathis Farm July 9-24
Cathis Farm, at 544 Falcon Road, Lillington, North Carolina, hosts grows more than 20 varieties of sunflowers, and offers several "pick your own" packages. Cathis Farm is about an hour southwest of Raleigh, and is about a 30 minute drive from Fuquay-Varina. Cathis Farm is hosting Sunflower Days from July 9th to 24th, 2022, on Saturdays and Sundays. In addition, on Fridays, July 15th and 22nd, … [Read more...] about Sunflower Days at Cathis Farm July 9-24
Fireflies on the Farm — special nighttime event in Hillsborough
Firefly Farm, 4911 Hunt Road, Hillsborough, NC, is a small family farm with fresh veggies, fruits and U-pick flowers. Learn about U-pick flowers, just visiting, and a 5-week flower subscription here. Firefly Farm is hosting a special event, Fireflies on the Farm, on Friday, June 24th, 2022. From 7 to 10 p.m., come on out and watch the natural fireworks of the fireflies on the farm. The … [Read more...] about Fireflies on the Farm — special nighttime event in Hillsborough
Birdwatching Meetup and Bike Riding Meetup with Covenenant Christian Church
Covenant Christian Church in Cary is hosting meetups where people can get to know each other and enjoy outdoor activities. Plans include birdwatching and bike riding meetups. Birdwatching Meetup Covenant Christian Church is hosting birdwatching meetups in parks in the Cary area. The events are free, but registration is required, at above link. Space is limited to 15 people per … [Read more...] about Birdwatching Meetup and Bike Riding Meetup with Covenenant Christian Church
Songbird Celebration at Blue Jay Point County Park
Blue Jay Point County Park, 3200 Pleasant Union Church Road, Raleigh, is a 236-acre park that features the Blue Jay Center for Environmental Education, gardens and a study pond, an overnight lodge, hiking and walking trails, a picnic area, the Go Ape Treetop Adventure Courses, playgrounds, open play fields, fishing areas and geocaching. On Saturday, April 23rd, 2022, Blue Jay Point County Park … [Read more...] about Songbird Celebration at Blue Jay Point County Park
Triangle Outdoor Festival with Gear Up and Triangle Land Conservancy — rescheduled for March 13
Gear Up and Triangle Land Conservancy are presenting the Triangle Outdoor Festival on Saturday, March 13th, 2022, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. It takes place at Bailey and Sara Williamson Nature Preserve, 4409 Mial Plantation Road, Raleigh, NC. It was originally scheduled for March 12th, but was rescheduled to Sunday, March 13th, because of the weather forecast. Although the festival is free, … [Read more...] about Triangle Outdoor Festival with Gear Up and Triangle Land Conservancy — rescheduled for March 13
Tree Planting and Invasive Plant Removal Event with North Carolina Wildlife Federation
North Carolina Wildlife Federation, along with Raleigh Parks and Rec, is presenting a tree planting and invasive plant removal activity on Thursday, February 10th, 2022, from 12 to 3 p.m. It will take place along the Walnut Creek Parkway and Rock Quarry Trail. Volunteers will help plant trees to restore canopy cover, and combat the spread of invasive plants, including Japanese privet, which … [Read more...] about Tree Planting and Invasive Plant Removal Event with North Carolina Wildlife Federation
Bike Safety Fun Day with Durham Parks & Recreation
Durham Parks & Recreation is presenting a Bike Safety Fun Day on Saturday, November 6th, 2021, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., at W.D. Hill Recreation Center, Durham, NC. This is a free event but registration is required. Space is limited. This outdoors event will help participants learn how to navigate the rules of the road while riding their bikes. There will be a "Pop Up Traffic Garden" … [Read more...] about Bike Safety Fun Day with Durham Parks & Recreation
Guided bike rides with Oaks & Spokes
Oaks & Spokes is an organization devoted to growing bicycling community and culture in Raleigh. They organize bike rides that are free to attend, and facilitate projects like Bicycle Repair Stations and Bicycle Corral Parking. They also organize the Oaks & Spokes Festival. Follow them on Facebook to see all of their upcoming events. Upcoming Oaks & Spokes Events Pedal … [Read more...] about Guided bike rides with Oaks & Spokes
