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STEELE CREEK NEWS
December Programs at McDowell Nature Center
(October
28, 2018) The
McDowell Nature Center and Preserve offers a
wide variety of programs for adults, children, and families. Listed
below are programs for December. To sign up or for more
information, go to the
Activity Search web page and check off "McDowell Nature
Preserve" under location.
Program name: McDowell
Sunday Striders Date of Program: December 2, 2018 – Sunday
Time of program: 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Price: Free Ages: 18 and
up
Description of program: Enjoy the great outdoors while
getting fit as we set off at a comfortable, yet steady pace through
the nature preserve. Open to novice and skilled hikers alike, this
adult hiking club will cover 2-3 miles on uneven terrain.
Pre-registration required.
Notes: This hike qualifies for our
100 mile hike club. Come prepared to hike 2 to 3 miles on uneven
terrain at a moderate pace. Wear weather-appropriate, comfortable
clothing, and sturdy, closed-toed shoes. Please bring your own water
bottle.
Sponsor: McDowell Nature Preserve and Center
Address: 15222 York Road Charlotte, NC 28278 Website:
parkandrec.com Phone: (980) 314-1128
Program name: Get
Crafty: Decorating Trees for Birds Date of Program: December 2,
2018 – Sunday Time of program: 3:00pm to 4:30pm
Price:
Free Ages: All Ages
Description of program: As winter
approaches, migrating and resident birds are bulking up by eating
more. Relax and chat as we string edible garland with popcorn,
cranberries and O cereal to adorn the trees and feed the birds. All
food provided is for the crafts, but feel free to bring your own
snacks. No pre-registration required (NOTE: all other programs
require pre-registration).
Notes: Parent participation
required. Dress to get messy!
Sponsor: McDowell Nature
Preserve and Center Address: 15222 York Road Charlotte, NC
28278 Website: parkandrec.com Phone: (980) 314-1128
Program name: McDowell Family Campfire Dates of Program: December
5 and 19, 2018 – Both are Wednesday’s Time of program: 6:00pm to
7:30pm
Price: Free Ages: All Ages
Description of
program: Fire! S' mores! Fun! Friends! Get all of these at a
McDowell Nature Preserve campfire. Meeting place will be at McDowell
Campground to spend the evening learning about fire safety, making
s' mores and new friends! Pre-registration required (for all
participants, adult and child alike).
Notes: Parent
participation required. Please dress appropriately for the weather
and bring your own water bottle.
Sponsor: McDowell Nature
Preserve and Center Address: 15222 York Road Charlotte, NC
28278 Website: parkandrec.com Phone: (980) 314-1128
Program name: Trails and Tails: McDowell Nature Preserve Date of
Program: December 8, 2018 – Saturday Time of program: 9:30am to
11:30am
Price: Free Ages: 5 and up
Description of
program: Have a K-9 companion? Want to meet other dog lovers in
Mecklenburg County? Join McDowell staff as we come together with our
"Tails" and hit the "Trails." Each month we will meet at a different
park, preserve or greenway around the Charlotte area. This month's
location is at McDowell Nature Preserve. Please call Chad Moore at
980-314-1128 for more information.
Notes: Please bring mutt
mitts and a leash no longer than 6' in length. Come prepared to hike
at least 2 miles on uneven terrain. Wear weather-appropriate,
comfortable clothing, and sturdy closed toed shoes. Bring a water
bottle for you and water for your four-legged friend as well!
Sponsor: McDowell Nature Preserve and Center Address: 15222
York Road Charlotte, NC 28278 Website: parkandrec.com
Phone: (980) 314-1128
Program name: McDowell Family Campfire
Date of Program: December 8, 2018 – Saturday Time of program:
2:30pm to 4:00pm
Price: Free Ages: All Ages
Description of program: Fire! S' mores! Fun! Friends! Get all of
these at a McDowell Nature Preserve campfire. Meeting place will be
at McDowell Campground to spend the evening learning about fire
safety, making s' mores and new friends! Pre-registration required
(for all participants, adult and child alike).
Notes: Parent
participation required. Please dress appropriately for the weather
and bring your own water bottle.
Sponsor: McDowell Nature
Preserve and Center Address: 15222 York Road Charlotte, NC
28278 Website: parkandrec.com Phone: (980) 314-1128
Program name: Babes in the Woods Date of Program: December 10,
2018 – Monday Time of program: 10:00am to 11:00am
Price:
Free Ages: 0 to 3
Description of program: Hit the (paved)
trail with your little one and experience what nature has to offer
this month. Stretch your legs while you chat with other parents and
a McDowell Naturalist in a casual, social setting. In case of
inclement weather, we will meet inside the Nature Center for indoor
playtime. Pre-registration required. Notes: Parent participation
required. Stroller-friendly program; groups welcome but must
register each child individually. Please wear sturdy, closed-toe
shoes and weather-appropriate, comfortable clothing. Please bring
your own water bottle. Parking is at the "Four Seasons Trail" head
below the Nature Center parking lot.
Sponsor: McDowell Nature
Preserve and Center Address: 15222 York Road Charlotte, NC
28278 Website: parkandrec.com Phone: (980) 314-1128
Program name: Adult Hiking Series: Berries and Holly Date of
Program: December 12, 2018 – Tuesday Time of program: 2:00pm to
3:30pm
Price: Free Ages: 18 and up
Description of
program: Get up and get active with a McDowell Naturalist during
this 90-minute, adult only hike through McDowell Nature Preserve.
Pre-registration required.
Notes: This hike qualifies for our
100 mile hike club. Come prepared to hike approximately 2 to 3 miles
on uneven terrain. Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and
weather-appropriate, comfortable clothing. Please bring your own
water bottle
Sponsor: McDowell Nature Preserve and Center
Address: 15222 York Road Charlotte, NC 28278 Website:
parkandrec.com Phone: (980) 314-1128
Program name: Geminid
Meteor Shower Party Date of Program: December 14, 2018 – Friday
Time of program: 5:00am to 7:00am
Price: $4.00 Ages: 12
and up
Description of program As the moon sets at midnight on
the peak viewing night of the Geminid Meteor Shower, we will take a
leisurely early morning stroll through the McDowell Prairie for a
viewing of this spectacular celestial event. With cooperative
weather, we hopefully will potentially see up to 100 meteors an hour
as we take a 2 hour hike through the prairie, stopping along the way
to gaze up at the stars until the sun rises. An email will be send
out prior to the event with more information. Pre-registration
required (for all participants, adult and child alike).
Notes: Meeting place will be at the Four Horse Rd entrance of the
McDowell Prairie. This hike qualifies for our 100 mile hike club.
Come prepared to hike approximately 2 to 3 miles on uneven terrain.
Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes, long pants and
weather-appropriate, comfortable clothing. Please bring your own
water bottle. Red flashlights will be provided. Be advised that
event will be cancelled if inclement weather arises.
Sponsor:
McDowell Nature Preserve and Center Address: 15222 York Road
Charlotte, NC 28278 Website: parkandrec.com Phone: (980)
314-1128
Program name: Winter ID Hike Date of Program:
December 15, 2018 - Saturday Time of program: 10:00am to 11:30am
Price: Free Ages: 7 and up
Description of program:
Although the trees may be sleeping, there is plenty going on, on the
forest floor. Let's rustle up the leaves and look for flora that
thrives in the colder temperatures. Pre-registration required
(for all participants, adult and child alike).
Notes: This
hike qualifies for our 100 mile hike club. Come prepared to hike 3-4
miles on uneven terrain at a moderate pace. Wear
weather-appropriate, comfortable clothing, and sturdy, closed-toed
shoes. Please bring your own water bottle. The Nature Center will be
closed due to renovations so plan accordingly. Restrooms are located
at the McDowell Large Pavilion and near the Waterfront Deck.
Sponsor: McDowell Nature Preserve and Center Address: 15222 York
Road Charlotte, NC 28278 Website: parkandrec.com Phone:
(980) 314-1128
Program name: Where do all the Animals Go?
Date of Program: December 21, 2018 - Friday Time of program:
11:00am to Noon
Price: Free Ages: 7 and up
Description of program: Brrrr! It sure is cold outside! Join a
McDowell Nature educator in uncovering a mystery. What mystery you
may ask? The mystery of the missing animals! Prepare for an
observational hike that will take us less than a mile so we can
solve this mystery. Pre-registration required (for all
participants, adult and child alike).
Notes: Parent
participation required. Wear weather-appropriate, comfortable
clothing, and sturdy, closed-toed shoes. Please bring your own water
bottle. The Nature Center will be closed due to renovations so plan
accordingly. Restrooms are located at McDowell Large Pavilion and
near the Waterfront Deck.
Sponsor: McDowell Nature Preserve
and Center Address: 15222 York Road Charlotte, NC 28278
Website: parkandrec.com Phone: (980) 314-1128
Program
name: Prairie Bird Hike Date of Program: December 29, 2018 -
Saturday Time of program: 6:00am to 9:00am
Price: Free
Ages: 18 and up
Description of program: Explore this unique
habitat in search of wildlife, in particular birds. We will set out
early at a leisurely pace with binoculars and field guides in tow.
Bring your "Life List" or learn how to start one while we hike this
hidden gem within the preserve. Open to novice and skilled hikers
alike, this adult-only hike will cover 3-4 miles on uneven terrain.
Pre-registration required.
Notes: Meet at the nature center
for a shuttle to the prairie. This hike qualifies for our 100 mile
hike club. Come prepared to hike 3-4 miles on uneven terrain at a
moderate pace. Wear weather-appropriate, comfortable clothing, and
sturdy, closed-toed shoes. Please bring your own water bottle.
Sponsor: McDowell Nature Preserve and Center Address: 15222
York Road Charlotte, NC 28278 Website: parkandrec.com
Phone: (980) 314-1128
Program name: W.O.W Birthday Parties at
McDowell Nature Center Date of Program: Call McDowell Nature
Center to schedule date of party Time of program: Call McDowell
Nature Center to schedule time of party
Price: $185 Ages:
4 to 12
Description of program: An Unique Twist on Birthday
Parties. You get an exciting and one of kind nature themed program
that includes hands-on learning and exploration, as well as a craft
that children can take home! Birthday parties are for ages 4-12
year olds with up to 15 of their friends. Parties will be at
McDowell Nature Center Classroom Program cost is $185 which
includes a 1-hour program, themed gift bag per child, and the use of
the classroom for two additional hours before or after the program.
Sponsor: McDowell Nature Preserve and Center Address: 15222
York Road Charlotte, NC 28278 Website: parkandrec.com
Phone: (980) 314-1128
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