Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation maintains three nature centers, Reedy Creek, Latta Plantation and McDowell. The nature centers … [Read more...] about 15+ free (and cheap) events coming up at Mecklenburg County Nature Centers and Preserves
Outdoor Recreation
Outdoor Market at U.S. National Whitewater Center
The newest festival on the Whitewater Center’s calendar, Outdoor Market, offers a first-hand chance to see and demo gear from top brands in the … [Read more...] about Outdoor Market at U.S. National Whitewater Center
Kids in Nature Day at Freedom Park
CROWN Chapter of the North Carolina Wildlife Federation is offering a free event, Kids in Nature Day, at Freedom Park on , 1908 East Boulevard, on … [Read more...] about Kids in Nature Day at Freedom Park
“Nature at Night” festival at McDowell Nature Preserve — buy tickets now
Visit McDowell Nature Preserve, 15222 York Road, for Nature at Night Festival on Saturday, October 19th, 2019, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. This is the … [Read more...] about “Nature at Night” festival at McDowell Nature Preserve — buy tickets now
Free Fishing Day in North Carolina on 4th of July
July 4th, 2019 is Free Fishing Day in North Carolina. Everyone in North Carolina, including visitors, can fish in any public body of water … [Read more...] about Free Fishing Day in North Carolina on 4th of July
Guides Galore: Take Your Pick of Free Guides to Yadkin Valley Fun
Less than two hours north of Charlotte is the Yadkin Valley, a great place for a summer getaway. Set amidst the rolling Blue Ridge … [Read more...] about Guides Galore: Take Your Pick of Free Guides to Yadkin Valley Fun
Free Map to Outdoor Adventure in North Carolina Wine Country
Free Map to Outdoor Adventure in North Carolina Wine Country Surry County, in the heart of North Carolina’s Yadkin Valley, has always … [Read more...] about Free Map to Outdoor Adventure in North Carolina Wine Country
Grand Opening of Academy Sports + Outdoors, Gastonia, with giveaways
Academy Sports + Outdoors, at 3580 E. Franklin Boulevard, Gastonia, is celebrating its grand opening Saturday, May 11th, and Sunday, May 12th, 2019, … [Read more...] about Grand Opening of Academy Sports + Outdoors, Gastonia, with giveaways
Tuck Fest at U.S. National Whitewater Center includes 13 bands, competitions, clinics, more
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 Tuck Fest at U.S. National Whitewater Center includes 13 bands, competitions, clinics, more
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
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