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Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation McDowell Nature Center Teddy Bear Picnic Bring your teddy bear and bag lunch for a picnic. Read a story and enjoy a nature walk with your bear! Meet at the Large Pavilion. Registration Required. Don’t forget your lunch! McDowell Nature Center Large Pavilion Ages 2 - 6 FREE #44018 May 15 Wed 11:00am to 12:30pm Adolescent What’s Up in Space? – Astronomy This Month Every month the night sky offers something new – come find out what’s up in space. This educational program will meet monthly at sunset in the Nature Center with a “virtual sky” regardless of weather. If skies are clear we’ll head outside after dark to use McDowell’s 8-inch telescope to observe the moon, planets, and beyond. Registration Required. McDowell Nature Center Ages 6 and Older FREE Theme: Winter Stars: Orion, & More #43988 Mar 6 Wed 6:30pm to 8:00pm Theme: Up Late for State-wide Star Party! #43989 Apr 5 Fri 8:00pm to 10:00pm Theme: Saturn’s Rings & a Crescent Moon #43990 May 15 Wed 8:00pm to 10:00pm Geotastic Geocaching Do you like to play hide and seek? Do you like to hike around in the woods? Then you will love geocaching! Geocaching is a high tech hide and seek. On the 2nd Wednesday in March, April and May we will meet at the nature center to learn a few tips and techniques and then we will go on a hunt for different caches. In May, we will hide our own cache for others to find! We can provide a GPS unit if needed or you can bring your own. Wear shoes suitable for moderate hiking. Registration required. McDowell Nature Center Ages 8 and Older FREE #44009 Mar 13 Wed 4:30pm to 6:00pm #44010 Apr 10 Wed 4:30pm to 6:00pm #44011 May 8 Wed 4:30pm to 6:00pm Spring Bird & Wildflower Walks Every spring, the forest floor comes alive with the blooms of wildflowers at McDowell Nature Preserve, and warmer weather means birds are on the move once again. Come prepared to walk approximately one mile on forest trails. Binoculars are available to loan or bring your own. Registration required. McDowell Nature Center Ages 8 and Older FREE #43997 Mar 16 Sat 9:00am to 11:00am #43998 Apr 20 Sat 9:00am to 11:00am #43999 May 11 Sat 9:00am to 11:00am Secret Parks of South Charlotte The Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation Department is home to 210 parks and facilities located on more than 17,600 acres of parkland throughout Mecklenburg County. Each month, we’ll visit one of the best-kept “secret” park properties. We may see 19th-century ruins, undisturbed forests, or the perfect spot for your next morning jog, all here in South Charlotte. Meets at McDowell Nature Center. We will shuttle in a van or caravan to the “secret” park-of-the-month. Registration required. McDowell Nature Center Ages 8 and Older FREE #44000 Mar 16 Sat 2:00pm to 4:00pm #44001 Apr 20 Sat 2:00pm to 4:00pm #44002 May 11 Sat 2:00pm to 4:00pm Butterfly and Dragonfly Hike The prairie at McDowell is a great place to find butterflies and dragonflies. Join us and learn to identify several of the beautiful species that call McDowell their home. McDowell Nature Center Ages 8 to Adult FREE #44019 May 18 Sat 10:00am to 11:30pm Birds on the Water Kayak Tour Kayaking and bird watching come together during this leisurely paddle on Lake Wylie. After covering the basics of kayaking, we will set out in search of Kingfishers, Wood Ducks, Osprey and all the other birds that live or hang out on the water. Bring binoculars if possible; some available to borrow. Please layer clothes and dress appropriately for the weather, and understand that staff retains the right to cancel due to weather or temperature. Registration required. McDowell Waterfront Dock Ages 8 and Older $15.00 Single or $20.00 Tandem #43871 Apr 13 Sat 9:00am to 11:00am Earth Day Event: Composting 101 Composting is an easy way to reduce the amount of waste you send to the landfill. Learn two methods of home composting and take home your own “vermicomposting”cup. Registration Required. McDowell Nature Center Ages 8 and Older $3.00 #43872 Apr 21 Sun 1:00pm to 2:30pm Natural Dyes Prepare to get messy and have fun as you learn to make home-made cloth dyes from natural materials and dye your own bandana to take home. Registration required. McDowell Nature Center Ages 8 and Older $3.00 #43873 May 4 Sat 10:00am to 11:30am Pre-Teen & Teen Backyard Habitats Celebrate Earth Month by learning how to create a Backyard Habitat at home! Participants will learn the basic needs of wildlife, ideas and examples for low cost ways to meet these needs, and even participate in creating a habitat outside the nature center. Registration required. McDowell Nature Center Ages 12 and Older FREE #44034 Apr 14 Sun 1:30pm to 2:30pm Environmental Issues Forum Join us on the 4th Wednesday evening of the month for a discussion about relevant environmental issues and some of the things being done to address these issues. Topics will vary each month. Registration required. McDowell Nature Center Teen to Adult FREE #44012 Mar 27 Wed 6:00pm to 7:00pm #44013 Apr 24 Wed 6:00pm to 7:00pm #44014 May 22 Wed 6:00pm to 7:00pm Get Going Guide • Spring 2013 www.parkandrec.com 35
Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation McDowell Nature Center Kayak and Camping on Mountain Island Lake Pack an overnight bag and join us for kayaking and camping on Mountain Island Lake! We will be enjoying an afternoon kayaking tour of the lake that will depart from Latta Plantation Nature Preserve and end at a camp that will be set up for you by our staff. We will enjoy dinner while watching the sunset from a secluded cove, a campfire, and an optional night paddle. In the morning we will wake up to breakfast prepared by our staff and enjoy a morning paddle back to Latta Plantation Nature Preserve. Be prepared for semi-primitive camping and please pack weather appropriate clothing. Camping and paddling gear will be provided as well as dinner and breakfast. Contact Kelly Alford at 704-875- 1392 with questions. Registration Required. Horse Trailer Overflow Lot Latta Plantation Nature Preserve Ages 13 and Older (under 18 must have adult) $25.00 Single Ages 13 and up $40.00 Tandem Ages 10 and up with adult #43155 May 11-12, 3:00pm Sat to 11:00am Sun BSA: Wilderness Survival Upon completion of this course, all registered Boy Scouts will earn the Wilderness Survival Merit Badge. Scouts will have instructional and practical sessions during the day then complete their requirements by sleeping overnight in a shelter that they have constructed out of natural materials. Please bring clothing and rain gear that will be safe and appropriate for an overnight stay in your shelter without the use of a sleeping bag. Lunch, dinner and breakfast will be provided. This will take place at Rural Hill near Latta Plantation Nature Preserve. All day Saturday, ends at noon Sunday. Max 12 students. Please bring a water bottle, snacks, and a bed sheet that can get dirty. Note any food allergies. Call Latta Plantation Nature Center for directions at 704-875-1392. Registration Required. Rural Hill Shelter Ages 13 - 17 $35.00 #43095 Mar 23-24 9:00am Sat to 12:00pm Sun Teen Backpack Trip Get out of town during spring break and visit the beautiful Cumberland Island National Seashore in Georgia. We will travel by van to St. Mary’s, Georgia where we will catch a ferry ride over to this historic island. Once on the island, we will hike to several campsites while exploring the historical sites, forests, and beaches that the island has to offer. Be prepared for primitive camping and backpacking during this trip. Meals will be provided during the camping portions. Bring money for food stops to and from Cumberland Island. Basic camping and backpacking gear will be provided and a packing list will be explained upon registration. A pre-trip meeting is required and will be scheduled approximately 2 weeks before the trip. Registration required. Latta Plantation Nature Center Ages 14 - 17 $115.00 #43096 Apr 3-7 9:00am Wed to 9:00am Sun Wilderness First Aid We are proud to announce that we will be offering Wilderness First Aid certification through partnership with Landmark Learning and the Wilderness Medicine Institute of NOLS. Upon successful completion of this training, each participant will receive their certification in Wilderness First Aid. There will be an optional CPR class Friday night and the First Aid class will take place Saturday and Sunday. This is a hands-on intensive training perfect for outdoor professionals and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Join us for a fun and practical training that just might save your life! Max 30 students. Students should bring a bag lunch, writing utensils, and paper. Students should be prepared with weather appropriate clothing. Hours are subject to class needs and certification is dependent on the outcome of the final test. Registration Required. Reedy Creek Park Shelter #3 Ages 16 and Older #43097 First Aid Only $200.00 #43098 CPR & Wilderness First Aid $265.00 CPR Apr 26 Fri 6:00pm to 9:00pm Wilderness First Aid Apr 27-28 Sat - Sun 9:00am to 6:00pm American Canoe Association: Fundamentals of Kayaking Develop your kayaking skills through this ACA Level 1 kayaking class on Mountain Island Lake. This class is perfect for beginners or those wanting to practice their skills with ACA certified instructors. We will cover topics including: boat types, entering/exiting the boat, paddle strokes, rescues, and safety equipment. Please bring a lunch, change of clothes (one set will get wet!), and shoes that can get wet. All kayaking equipment will be provided. This class will be held at Latta Plantation Nature Preserve. Maximum 10 students. Registration Required. Horse Trailer Overflow Lot Latta Plantation Nature Preserve Ages 16 and Older $50.00 #43149 May 4 Sat 9:00am to 5:00pm Lake Wylie Sunset Kayak Tour Join us for a relaxing kayak tour. During this class we will learn the basics of flat water kayaking while watching the sunset over Lake Wylie. We will also learn some of the history of the lake including Buster Boyd Bridge which connects North Carolina to South Carolina. Maximum 8 singles, 4 tandems, max 10 participant boats per trip. Registration Required. McDowell Preserve Waterfront Dock Ages 16 and Older $15.00 Single, $20.00 Tandem #43983 May 1 Wed 6:00pm to 8:00pm #43984 May 8 Wed 6:00pm to 8:00pm #43985 May 15 Wed 6:00pm to 8:00pm #43986 May 22 Wed 6:00pm to 8:00pm #43987 May 29 Wed 6:00pm to 8:00pm Homeschool Homeschool Family Nature Hikes Bring out the family for our monthly guided nature hike. Each month we will explore different areas within McDowell Nature Preserve and stop along the way to learn about our plant and animal neighbors. Registration Required. McDowell Nature Center Ages 6 and older FREE #43991 Mar 1 Fri 10:00am to 11:30am #43992 Apr 1 Mon 10:00am to 11:30am #43993 May 3 Fri 10:00am to 11:30am Comparative Zoology & Anatomy In this homeschool series, we take an in-depth look at how different groups of animals use very different organs and body parts to achieve the essential functions of locomotion, respiration and digestion. NOTE: Participants will use dissection to study the anatomy of the animal of that particular class. Registration Required. McDowell Nature Center Ages 12 - 15 $8.00 per class Theme: Invertebrates (Earthworms) #43994 Mar 8 Fri 2:00pm to 3:30pm Theme: Invertebrates (Crayfish) #43995 Apr 5 Fri 2:00pm to 3:30pm Theme: Invertebrates (Frogs) #43996 May 10 Fri 2:00pm to 3:30pm Get Going Guide • Spring 2013 www.parkandrec.com 36
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