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STEELE CREEK NEWS
October Programs at McDowell Nature Center
(September
14, 2018) The
McDowell Nature Center and Preserve offers a
wide variety of programs for adults, children, and families. Listed
below are programs for October. To sign up or for more
information, go to the
Activity Search web page and check off "McDowell Nature
Preserve" under location.
Program name: Get Going
Geocache Date of Program: October 5, 2018 Friday Time of
program: 2:00pm to 3:30pm
Price: Free Ages: 7 and up
Description of program: Explore McDowell Nature Preserve with
others in search of hidden caches. This guided geocache program for
newbies and pros alike will teach participants how to use a GPS and
find caches around the preserve on a 2-3 mile hike. Pre-registration
required (for all participants, adult and child alike).
Notes: Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and dress appropriately
for the weather. 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: MeckTeen Greenforce Workday: Lake
Wylie Riversweep Date of Program: October 6, 2018 Saturday
Time of program: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Price: Free Ages: 13 to
17
Description of program: Help make a difference in local
parks by building and maintaining trails, removing harmful plants
from the ecosystem, and helping native plants survive. Each
Greenforce Day is designed to provide teens the chance to get out
and help the community. Each time participants volunteer, they earn
credit towards a free outdoor adventure! Lunch, snack, water, and
all equipment provided. Pre-registration required. Please call Chad
Moore at 980-314-1128 for more information.
Notes: Please be
prepared to work in all weather conditions. Lunch will be provided
but please bring your own water bottles to be refilled. Please
notify staff of any allergies.
Sponsor: McDowell Nature
Preserve and Center Address: 15222 York Road Charlotte, NC
28278 Website: parkandrec.com Phone: (980) 314-1128
Program name: Have No Fear Date of Program: October 7, 2018
Sunday Time of program: 2:30pm to 3:30pm
Price: Free
Ages: 7 and up
Description of program: Scared of snakes?
Bugged out by bugs? Bats making you batty? Have no fear - these
animals are not out to get you and are actually quite beneficial!
Separate fact from fiction about some commonly misunderstood
animals, like the brown recluse spider, venomous snakes, and bats.
Learn why these animals should be revered instead of feared.
Pre-registration required (for all participants, adult and child
alike as classroom space is limited).
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: October 8, 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 Dates of
Program: October 9 - Theme Migration Mysteries - Tuesday
October 23 Theme Colors of Fall - 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 is 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: Lake Wylie Evening Kayak Tour Date of Program:
October 5, 2018 Wednesday Time of program: 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Price: $15.00 Ages: 18 and up
Description of program:
Paddle the edges of McDowell Nature Preserve and get a chance to see
the sun set over Lake Wylie with our certified and experienced
instructors. Learn the history of Lake Wylie and meet new people in
a fun environment. All equipment provided. Pre-Registration is
required.
Notes: Please dress appropriately for the weather.
Bring your our own water bottle, towel, extra clothes, sunscreen,
hat and a snack. Tour is about 2.5 miles of paddling.
Sponsor: McDowell Nature Preserve and Center Address: 15222 York
Road Charlotte, NC 28278 Website: parkandrec.com Phone:
(980) 314-1128
Program name: Preschool Explorers Dates of
Program: October 11 and 12, 2018 Theme Totally Turtles
Thursday & Friday October 25 and 26, 2018 Theme Pumpkin Hunt
Thursday & Friday Times of program: 10:00am to 10:45am and
11:00am to 11:45am
Price: $4.00 Ages: 2 to 5
Description of program: Little ones and adults discover nature
together through crafts, games, songs, animal encounters and outdoor
exploration. Choose one-time slot per week/theme. A) Totally
Turtles: meet live turtles and learn how you can help protect them.
B) Pumpkin Hunt: pumpkins come in all shapes and sizes - which will
be your favorite? Pre-registration required.
Notes: Parent
participation required.
Sponsor: McDowell Nature Preserve and
Center Address: 15222 York Road Charlotte, NC 28278
Website: parkandrec.com Phone: (980) 314-1128
Program name: Lake Wylie Sunrise Kayak Tour Dates of Program:
October 12 and 26, 2018 Both are Fridays Time of program:
6:00am to 8:00am
Price: $15.00 Ages 18 and up
Description of program: Explore the sunrise along the edges of
McDowell Nature Preserve with our certified and experienced
instructors. Learn the history of Lake Wylie and meet new people in
a fun environment. Pre-registration required.
Notes: Please
dress appropriately for the weather. Bring your own water bottle,
towel and extra clothes. Tour is about 2.5 miles of paddling.
Sponsor: McDowell Nature Preserve and Center Address: 15222
York Road Charlotte, NC 28278 Website: parkandrec.com
Phone: (980) 314-1128
Program name: Mindfullness Hike Date
of Program: October 13, 2018 Saturday Time of program: 2:00pm
to 3:30pm
Price: Free Ages: 18 and up
Description
of program Enjoying great conversation and laughter with others is
important for our mental health, but so is slowing down and making a
conscious effort to engage in our senses. Deepen your connection
with the natural world during this 1-2 mile "silent" walk through
the preserve. Pre-registration required.
Notes: This
hike qualifies for our 100 mile hike club. Please wear sturdy,
waterproof closed-toe shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.
We will be hiking approximately 1-2 miles on uneven terrain. Please
bring your own water bottle and bug spray.
Sponsor: McDowell
Nature Preserve and Center Address: 15222 York Road Charlotte,
NC 28278 Website: parkandrec.com Phone: (980) 314-1128
Program name: Family Fun Nature Hike Date of Program: October 14,
2018 Sunday Time of program: 1:30pm to 3:30pm
Price:
Free Ages: 7 and up
Description of program: Curious about
the wonders of McDowell Nature Preserve? Discover something new on
this guided 2-3 mile hike while playing environmentally educational
games. Pre-registration required (for all participants, adult
and child alike).
Notes: This hike qualifies for our 100 mile
hike club. Please wear sturdy, waterproof closed-toe shoes and dress
appropriately for the weather. We will be hiking approximately 2-3
miles on uneven terrain. 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: Nature at Night Date of
Program: October 20, 2018 Saturday Time of program: 5:00pm to
9:00pm
Price: $5.00 Ages: All Ages
Description of
program: Join the McDowell Nature Center for a fun-filled,
educational night as we explore what surprises nature has to offer
after the sun goes down! The evening will include live animals,
crafts, night hikes, hayrides, hotdog meal (1 meal per person),
s'mores, storytelling, and much more! Pre-registration required (2
years and under are free!). Program fee includes meal and access to
all activities. This event is rain or shine.
Notes: Wear
clothes and sturdy shoes appropriate for the activities and weather.
Bring your own flashlights.
Sponsor: McDowell Nature Preserve
and Center Address: 15222 York Road Charlotte, NC 28278
Website: parkandrec.com Phone: (980) 314-1128
Program
name: Lake Wylie Full Moon Kayak Tour Date of Program: October
24, 2018 Wednesday Time of program: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Price: $15.00 Ages: 18 and up
Description of program:
Paddle the edges of McDowell Nature Preserve and get a chance to see
the sun set over Lake Wylie with our certified and experienced
instructors. Learn the history of Lake Wylie and meet new people in
a fun environment. All equipment provided. Pre-registration
required.
Notes: Please dress appropriately for the weather.
Bring your own water bottle, towel and extra clothes. Tour is about
2.5 miles of paddling.
Sponsor: McDowell Nature Preserve and
Center Address: 15222 York Road Charlotte, NC 28278
Website: parkandrec.com Phone: (980) 314-1128
Program
name: Natural Soundscapes Hike Date of Program: October 27, 2018
- Saturday Time of program: 2:30pm to 4:00pm
Price: Free
Ages: 18 and up
Description of program: Soundscapes are the
component of the acoustic environment that can be perceived by
humans. Come to McDowell Nature Preserve to awaken your sense of
wonder through your ears that will reconnect you to nature through
the sounds of the forest. Learn how to listen to the earth
surrounding you through a guided soundscape mediation and hike.
Pre-registration required.
Notes: This hike qualifies for our
100 mile hike club. Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and dress
appropriately for the weather. We will be hiking approximately 1-2
miles and will be sitting in the woods. Please bring a water bottle.
Sponsor: McDowell Nature Preserve and Center Address: 15222
York Road Charlotte, NC 28278 Website: parkandrec.com
Phone: (980) 314-1128
Program name: Natural Happenings: Birds
of Prey Date of Program: October 28, 2018 - Saturday Time of
program: 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Price: Free Ages: 4 and up
Description of program: What is the difference between an eagle
and a hawk? How do owls see so well at night? What is the world's
fastest animal? These questions and many more will be answered
through an interactive program about the many different birds of
prey in the Central Piedmont region. Pre-registration required (for
all participants, adult and child alike).
Notes: Parent
participation required.
Sponsor: McDowell Nature Preserve
and Center Address: 15222 York Road Charlotte, NC 28278
Website: parkandrec.com Phone: (980) 314-1128
Program
name: Fire Building Date of Program: October 30, 2018 - Tuesday
Time of program: 1:00pm to 2:30pm
Price: Free Ages: 7 and
up
Description of program: Do you know how to build a fire?
If not, come to McDowell Nature Preserve and learn how. In this
class we will talk about different fire-starting techniques, ways to
build a fire and how to tend to it. We will also try to start a fire
using primitive methods like a bow drill. After building the fire we
will test it out by making a tasty treat. Pre-registration required
(for all participants, adult and child alike).
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 addition 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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