Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation maintains three nature centers, Reedy Creek, Latta Plantation and McDowell. The nature centers provide an … [Read more...] about Leaping Leprechauns at Reedy Creek Park (and more free events at Mecklenburg County Nature Centers)
Outdoor Recreation
Music Schedule Announced for Tuck Fest at U.S. National Whitewater Center
The U.S. National Whitewater Center will host the sixth annual Tuck Fest, a four-day festival that celebrates the outdoor lifestyle … [Read more...] about Music Schedule Announced for Tuck Fest at U.S. National Whitewater Center
New Years Day First Footin’ at Rural Hill
Experience the Scottish New Year tradition of First Footin’ at Rural Hill on Tuesday, January 1st, 2019 at 11 a.m. Participants will walk the borders … [Read more...] about New Years Day First Footin’ at Rural Hill
Free Fishing Day in North Carolina on 4th of July
July 4th, 2018 is Free Fishing Day in North Carolina. Everyone in North Carolina, including visitors, can fish in any public body of water without … [Read more...] about Free Fishing Day in North Carolina on 4th of July
Big Rock Nature Preserve–the largest exposed boulders in Mecklenburg County
You don't have to travel far to visit a historically and geologically interesting site. Big Rock Nature Preserve, at 6500 Elmstone Drive, is near … [Read more...] about Big Rock Nature Preserve–the largest exposed boulders in Mecklenburg County
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