Thursday, May 30, 2013

June 2013: Dismal Swamp State Park



Dismal Swamp State Park
Sat, June 1, 2013

Creepy Crawly Critter Crafts
Build a snake out of bottle tops and let your imagination go wild! We will provide the craft materials (and a little natural history), you just need to bring your creativity. Meet in the classroom at 12:00 p.m. Open to ages 3 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Starts at: 12:00 pm    Meet at: Classroom


Dismal Swamp State Park
Sat, June 1, 2013

Kayaking the Canal
Join a ranger for a leisurely paddle along the historic Dismal Swamp Canal. The paddle begins at 10:00 a.m. and will last approximately one and a half to two hours. Kayaks, PFDs and paddles will be supplied, but you will need to bring your sunscreen, bug spray and water. Program is limited to 8 boat participation and pre-registration is required. Please call the park office at 252-771-6593 to reserve your spot.
Starts at: 10:00 am    Meet at: Kayak/Canoe Launch


Dismal Swamp State Park
Sun, June 2, 2013

Serpents of the Dismal
See how fascinating these creatures really are with a hands-on approach. We'll learn about our local snakes and dispel the myths surrounding this group of animals.
Starts at: 2:00 pm    Meet at: Auditorium


Dismal Swamp State Park
Sat, June 8, 2013

Insect Safari
Curious about the creepy crawlies out there? Now's your chance to get outside and go on an insect safari. We will see what we can catch and identify, plus we will learn a little bit about the amazing diversity of insects in our area. Wear comfortable shoes and bring insect repellent (we want to find them, not feed them!). Meet in the park auditorium at 2:00 pm
Starts at: 2:00 pm    Meet at: Auditorium


Dismal Swamp State Park
Sat, June 8, 2013

Nighttime Insect Safari
The public is invited to join us as we conduct a nighttime insect inventory. We will set up our UV light and see what moths and other critters can be found. We will meet at the Horseshoe Rd. access. Pre-registration is required. Call 252-771-6593 to reserve your spot.
Starts at: 8:00 pm    Meet at: Horseshoe Road


Dismal Swamp State Park
Sun, June 9, 2013

Nature Hike
Join a ranger as we look for the first signs of spring on this 2-mile hike. Open to all ages. Call park office to sign-up.
Starts at: 10:00 am    Meet at: Visitor Center
Dismal Swamp State Park
Sun, June 9, 2013

Paper-making
Go green and make your own plantable paper to plant in your personal flower garden. All materials will be supplied, but be sure to wear something that you don't mind getting messy. We will meet in the classroom at 12:00 p.m.
Starts at: 12:00 pm    Meet at: Classroom


Dismal Swamp State Park
Sat, June 15, 2013

Kayaking the Canal
Join a ranger for a leisurely paddle along the historic Dismal Swamp Canal. The paddle begins at 10:00 a.m. and will last approximately one and a half to two hours. Kayaks, PFDs and paddles will be supplied, but you will need to bring your sunscreen, bug spray and water. Program is limited to 8 boat participation and pre-registration is required. Please call the park office at 252-771-6593 to reserve your spot.
Starts at: 10:00 am    Meet at: Kayak/Canoe Launch


Dismal Swamp State Park
Sun, June 16, 2013

Wildflower Hike
Come and join the ranger on a short hike around our visitor center to learn about wildflowers in the park. This is the year of wildflowers and bananas will be given away during the program. Great for ages. Please bring or wear bug spray.
Starts at: 2:00 pm    Meet at: Meet at Visitor Center


Dismal Swamp State Park
Sat, June 22, 2013

Nature Hike
Join a ranger as we look for the first signs of spring on this 2-mile hike. Open to all ages. Call park office to sign-up.
Starts at: 10:00 am    Meet at: Visitor Center




Dismal Swamp State Park
Sat, June 29, 2013

Animal Tracks and Sign
Want to learn more about identifying animals by the tracks and sign they leave behind? If so join us in the classroom at 2:00 p.m. We will go for a walk to look for tracks and then make some plaster casts of tracks you can take home. Be sure to dress for the weather.
Starts at: 2:00 pm    Meet at: Visitor Center


Dismal Swamp State Park
Sun, June 30, 2013

Wetland Animals on the Boardwalk
Join us out on the boardwalk to learn about some of the animals that live in Dismal Swamp. If rainy weather, program will be held in auditorium.
Starts at: 2:00 pm    Meet at: Boardwalk


For more information please contact
http://www.ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/disw/main.php
(252) 771-6593
(252) 771-6582
dismal.swamp@ncparks.gov

No comments:

LinkWithin

Related Posts with Thumbnails