The U.S. National Whitewater Center's very popular music festival, Tuck Fest, will take place in 2021, but it'll be in October instead of … [Read more...] about Tuck Fest features 11 bands, plus lots of outdoor clinics, competitions, races, yoga and an outdoor vendor market
Outdoor Recreation
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
The Great American Outdoor Expo at Sycamore Brewing
Elevate Lifestyle and Sycamore Brewing are presenting the Great American Outdoor Expo at Sycamore Brewing, 2161 Hawkins Street, Charlotte, on … [Read more...] about The Great American Outdoor Expo at Sycamore Brewing
Private fishing pond in Monroe offers free fishing to kids
HollyDay Farms, 1712 Ruben Road, Monroe, is a place where families can come to fish. Since it is a private pond, no fishing license is … [Read more...] about Private fishing pond in Monroe offers free fishing to kids
Photo guide to 9 breathtaking North Carolina waterfalls
Western North Carolina is a wonderland of waterfalls. This photo guide of seven North Carolina waterfalls, by Harrison … [Read more...] about Photo guide to 9 breathtaking North Carolina waterfalls
Jam at the Dam at Catawba Riverkeeper’s Boathouse: Music by The Missing Finger
The Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation works to ensure clean, plentiful water in the Catawba River Basin through advocacy and education. Learn more about … [Read more...] about Jam at the Dam at Catawba Riverkeeper’s Boathouse: Music by The Missing Finger
Find fall colors in Charlotte — an interactive map (and you can help us build it!)
When we think of fall colors, we think of the North Carolina mountains, and for good reason. The spectacular vistas are one of a kind. We have put … [Read more...] about Find fall colors in Charlotte — an interactive map (and you can help us build it!)
Mecklenburg County Nature Preserves events: Hikes, crafts, animal encounters, more
Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation maintains several nature centers, Reedy Creek, Quest at Latta Preserve, McDowell and Stevens Creek. The nature … [Read more...] about Mecklenburg County Nature Preserves events: Hikes, crafts, animal encounters, more
Goat Island Games
Challenge yourself at the annual Goat Island Games on August 28th, 2021, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Goat Island Park, 141 8th Avenue, … [Read more...] about Goat Island Games
Take a very easy walk to a breathtaking view — Buzzard Rock Overlook and Wash Rock Overlook in Latta Nature Preserve
If you're looking for a very easy hike (really, more of a walk than a hike) with a huge payoff, you can't beat the Buzzard Rock Overlook at Latta … [Read more...] about Take a very easy walk to a breathtaking view — Buzzard Rock Overlook and Wash Rock Overlook in Latta Nature Preserve
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