July 4th is Free Fishing Day in North Carolina. Everyone in North Carolina, including visitors, can fish in any public body of water without the need … [Read more...] about Free Fishing Day in North Carolina on 4th of July
Outdoor Recreation
50+ hikes and walks in Charlotte and beyond — now with a map!
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 — now with a map!
Boat Rental in Charlotte: 12 ways to get out on the water if you don’t own a boat
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Spring is here and the water is calling. There's nothing better than to be out on a boat in the spring and summer summer, whether the boat is a kayak, … [Read more...] about Boat Rental in Charlotte: 12 ways to get out on the water if you don’t own a boat
Stonehenge will livestream summer solstice sunset and sunrise
Stonehenge, near Salisbury, England, is probably the world's most recognizable prehistoric monument. The earliest structures are pits that appear to … [Read more...] about Stonehenge will livestream summer solstice sunset and sunrise
Free “Gone Fishing” event for kids at Bass Pro Shops
Bass Pro Shops across the country are hosting Gone Fishing, a FREE fishing event for kids from June 6 to 8, and June 13 to 15, 2025. Gone Fishing … [Read more...] about Free “Gone Fishing” event for kids at Bass Pro Shops
Visiting Chimney Rock State Park is reopening — everything you need to know
Update: Chimney State Park, which had been closed since Hurricane Helene, is reopening June 27, 2025. Reservations will be required. Please check on … [Read more...] about Visiting Chimney Rock State Park is reopening — everything you need to know
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
South Carolina AG + Art Tour in York County June 7-8
The South Carolina AG + Art Tour is a free, self-guided tour of farms and markets that feature local artisans at every stop. During the tour, visitors … [Read more...] about South Carolina AG + Art Tour in York County June 7-8
NC Trail Days in Elkin June 5-8
The towns of Elkin and Jonesville, North Carolina, are holding the 5th annual NC Trail Days from June 5 to 8, 2025. This festival celebrates the … [Read more...] about NC Trail Days in Elkin June 5-8
Firefly Fest with Davidson Lands Conservancy rescheduled to June 14
Davidson Lands Conservancy is hosting Wilderness Calling: Firefly Fest on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m., at Fisher Farm, 21215 Shearers … [Read more...] about Firefly Fest with Davidson Lands Conservancy rescheduled to June 14
