Celebrate the official grand opening of The Plaza Bike Lanes with a Mardi Gras Bike Parade on Saturday, February 22nd, 2020, from 11 … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras Bike Parade on The Plaza
Outdoor Recreation
Hikes, kids’ activities, and more at Mecklenburg County Nature Centers and Preserves
Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation maintains three nature centers, Reedy Creek, Latta Plantation and McDowell. The nature centers … [Read more...] about Hikes, kids’ activities, and more at Mecklenburg County Nature Centers and Preserves
Band schedule announced for 2020 Tuck Fest at U.S. National Whitewater Center
The U.S. National Whitewater Center will host the seventh annual Tuck Fest, a three-day festival that celebrates the outdoor lifestyle … [Read more...] about Band schedule announced for 2020 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 Wednesday, January 1st, 2020 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rural … [Read more...] about New Years Day First Footin’ at Rural Hill
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
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
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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