Get Going Guide - Charlotte-Mecklenburg County

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Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation Latta Plantation Nature Center NC Tree ID Become a tree detective! Learn some of North Carolina’s most common trees and how to identify them using simple techniques. Easy 1.5-2 mile hike. Latta Plantation Nature Center Ages 15 and Older FREE #43294 May 26 Sun 2:00pm to 4:00pm Wilderness First Aid - CPR 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! Latta Plantation Nature Center - Meet at Reedy Creek Park Shelter 3 Ages 16 and Older $65.00 #43098 Apr 26 Fri 6:00pm to 9:00pm 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! Latta Plantation Nature Center - Meet at Reedy Creek Park Shelter 3 Ages 16 and Older $200.00 #43097 Apr 27-28 Sat and Sun 9:00am to 6:00pm Segway Adventure Tour Explore the trails of Latta Plantation Nature Preserve on an all-terrain Segway! Learn to ride these self-balancing machines and see nature like never before! Highlights include Shady and Catawba Trails, the Buzzard Rock Overlook and beautiful views of Mountain Island Lake. Call for details and rider restrictions. Latta Plantation Nature Center - Segway Building at Waterfront Parking Lot Ages 18 and Older $35.00 #43074 Mar 2 Sat 9:00am to 12:00pm #43075 Mar 2 Sat 2:00pm to 5:00pm #43076 Mar 3 Sun 9:00am to 12:00pm #43077 Mar 9 Sat 9:00am to 12:00pm #43078 Mar 9 Sat 2:00pm to 5:00pm #43079 Mar 10 Sun 9:00am to 12:00pm #43080 Apr 6 Sat 9:00am to 12:00pm #43081 Apr 6 Sat 2:00pm to 5:00pm #43082 Apr 7 Sun 9:00am to 12:00pm #43083 Apr 13 Sat 9:00am to 12:00pm #43084 Apr 13 Sat 2:00pm to 5:00pm #43085 Apr 14 Sun 9:00am to 12:00pm #43086 May 4 Sat 9:00am to 12:00pm #43087 May 4 Sat 2:00pm to 5:00pm #43088 May 5 Sun 9:00am to 12:00pm #43089 May 11 Sat 9:00am to 12:00pm #43090 May 11 Sat 2:00pm to 5:00pm #43091 May 12 Sun 9:00am to 12:00pm For More Information or to Register Visit www.parkandrec.com Spring Wildflower Hike The piedmont forests explode in a quiet riot of colorful woodland wildflowers throughout spring. These delicate forest flowers can be found along the Beechwood Trail in the nature preserve. Participants must be able to hike one mile on uneven ground. Latta Plantation Nature Center Horse Trailer Overflow Parking Lot Ages 15 and Older FREE #43282 Mar 24 Sun 2:00pm to 3:30pm Register 1 of 3 Ways: Registration is required for most programs whether or not there is a fee. Select an option: 1. CLICK on Eparks at www.parkandrec.com and use the course code number. 2. CALL 311 (704.336.7600) or the number listed for that program. 3. COME to the location where the program is offered. Recreation & Nature Center addresses and phone numbers listed on pgs. 31, 38 and 44. Phone and web registration requires payment with Visa or MasterCard only. Get Going Guide • Spring 2013 www.parkandrec.com 43
Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation Nature Reedy Creek Nature Center 2900 Rocky River Road • 704-432-6459 • Open Mon-Sat, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and Sun 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm Reedy Creek Nature Preserve protects 737 acres of natural, forested habitat within Reedy Creek Park. There are over 10 miles of hiking trails in the nature preserve for the outdoor enthusiast, giving visitors the opportunity to explore a variety of terrains, while enjoying scenic views of small lakes, forests, fields, streams, and wildlife. Reedy Creek Nature Center is also home to the Dr. James F. Matthews Center for Biodiversity Studies. • Covers over 737 Acres • 10 Miles of Hiking Trails • Nature Center & Gift Shop • Historic Robinson Rock House • 18-hole Disc Golf Course • 10 Reservable Picnic Shelters • Fishing at Dragonfly or Slider Ponds • Barkingham Park Dog Park Outside, visitors can stop and observe nature in action at the National Wildlife Federation certified Backyard Habitat Garden, which includes bird feeding stations and a demonstration compost area. Self-interpretive trail guides are available for several nature preserve trails. 2013 Spring Programs & Activities VISIT US ON Reedy Creek Nature Center (Click Star for Directions) Get Going Guide • Spring 2013 www.parkandrec.com 44
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