Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Dismal Swamp State Park - 2010 May Events

Programs for Dismal Swamp State Park for May

  • Each Sunday in May:
    • On the Boardwalk
      • Spring, at last! Celebrate by going outside. Join a ranger on the boardwalk for a short walk and learn a little something about the natural history of the Dismal Swamp. This program is offered every Sunday at 10:30 am and again at 1:30 pm.
      • Starts at: 10:30 am
      • Meet at: Boardwalk

  • Sun, May 2, 2010:
    • Wetland Animals
      • Join us to learn a bit about the animals that live in wetlands. We will meet in the auditorium in the visitor center at 2:00 p.m. Suitable for all ages, so bring the family! For more information call the park office at (252)771-6593.
      • Starts at: 2:00 pm
      • Meet at: Auditorium

  • Sun, May 9, 2010:
    • On The Wild Side
      • Interested in learning more about some of the plants that grow in our area? Join a ranger in the auditorium at 2:00 p.m. to find out about some of our native and naturalized species. After a short orientation indoors, we will head outdoors to see what's in bloom. Insect repellent is recommended.
      • Starts at: 2:00 pm
      • Meet at: Park Auditorium

  • Sat, May 15, 2010:
    • Reptiles and Amphibians
      • Take a little time out to get up close and personal with some local reptiles and amphibians. Meet in the park auditorium at 1:30 pm.
      • Starts at: 1:30 pm
      • Meet at: Park Auditorium

  • Sun, May 16, 2010:
    • Butterflies
      • Join us in the park auditorium at 2:00 to learn a little bit about the butterflies that live in our area. A short hike will follow the program, so be sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring bug spray.
      • Starts at: 2:00 pm
      • Meet at: Park Auditorium

  • Sat, May 29, 2010:
    • Discovery Hike
      • It's time to get out and enjoy a nice spring afternoon! We will take an easy one-mile hike and poke around a bit to see what we can discover. Meet at the Visitor Center at 10:00 am. Wear comfortable, sturdy shoes and bring along some water. Insect repellent is recommended.
      • Starts at: 10:00 am
      • Meet at: Visitor Center

For more information please call the Dismal Swamp State Park at 252-771-6593.

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