This is the first of our series of video tours of bike rides, with a special focus on Mecklenburg County Greenways. Keep reading to see the video, as … [Read more...] about A GoPro Video Tour & Guide of Mallard Creek Greenway
Outdoor Recreation
U.S. National Whitewater Center’s Color Me Green 5K Trail Run returns
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at the Color Me Green 5K Trail Run at U.S. National Whitewater Center on Saturday, March 13th, … [Read more...] about U.S. National Whitewater Center’s Color Me Green 5K Trail Run returns
Hike through the woods to another time — the Robinson Rock House ruins from the 1700s
Tucked away in Reedy Creek Nature Preserve, an easy not-quite-a-mile walk from the Reedy Creek Nature Center, is the last thing you might … [Read more...] about Hike through the woods to another time — the Robinson Rock House ruins from the 1700s
Walk on Campbell Creek Greenway and see the ruins of an abandoned gristmill
I love hikes of all kinds, but I really love hikes where you come across the ruins of some abandoned structure. It's a reminder that the lands we … [Read more...] about Walk on Campbell Creek Greenway and see the ruins of an abandoned gristmill
50 hikes and walks in Charlotte and beyond
Lace up your shoes because it's time to start walking! We've put together photo guides for a wide variety of places to walk and hike in Charlotte, … [Read more...] about 50 hikes and walks in Charlotte and beyond
Virtual event with Charlotte Wildlife Stewards: Insects and our Environment
Charlotte Wildlife Stewards is the Charlotte Chapter of the North Carolina Wildlife Federation. They hold free community events in and around the … [Read more...] about Virtual event with Charlotte Wildlife Stewards: Insects and our Environment
Evergreen Nature Preserve: walk through an unspoiled hardwood forest right in Charlotte
A lot of what we normally do for entertainment is closed these days, so we've been turning to nature more than ever. We've provided … [Read more...] about Evergreen Nature Preserve: walk through an unspoiled hardwood forest right in Charlotte
Buffalo Creek Preserve Trail takes you through forest, savanna, farmland, and across a swinging bridge
We've been exploring many hiking trails in the Charlotte area and beyond. Read about 50+ hikes and walks in the Charlotte area. Cabarrus County is … [Read more...] about Buffalo Creek Preserve Trail takes you through forest, savanna, farmland, and across a swinging bridge
7 Must-See Charlotte Area Gardens to visit — photo guide
The Charlotte region is home to several very different public gardens, each with its own feel and focus. What they all have in … [Read more...] about 7 Must-See Charlotte Area Gardens to visit — photo guide
Mecklenburg County nature preserves offer hikes, survival classes, kids’ nature programs, more…
Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation maintains three nature centers, Reedy Creek, Latta and McDowell. Steven's Creek Nature Center is … [Read more...] about Mecklenburg County nature preserves offer hikes, survival classes, kids’ nature programs, more…
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