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Seth H. EdwardsGoose Creek State Park Calendar of Events for March
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Saturday, March 3, 2012 Goose Creek Trail Hike 1 p.m.
Come along and enjoy the sights and sounds Goose Creek Trail has to offer. It’s approximately 2 miles long and runs through a variety of ecosystems. You’ll pass by a sandy swim beach located on the Pamlico River and then experience black gum and cypress swamps. Please meet at the last parking lot inside the park.
Saturday, March 10, 2012 Mallard Creek Hike 2 p.m.
Breathe in the fresh air and experience nature at its best. The hike will be an easy one-mile and taken at a pace which will allow you to relax and enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of nature. Please dress appropriately for the weather. All participants need to meet at the very last parking lot inside the park.
A Low Country pond, one of many, in Goose Creek State Park: Above. photo by Stan Deatherage
Sunday, March 18, 2012 A Walk Thru History 2 p.m.
This program will cover interesting facts and stories about our local heritage. As we hike along Huckleberry and Live Oak trails we’ll wind through patches of huckleberries and pass under beautiful live oaks draped with Spanish moss. The trails will also lead us by a historic cemetery dating from the 1880’s. Please meet at the last parking lot inside the park promptly at two o’clock.
Saturday, March 24, 2012 Coffee with the Birds 10 a.m.
Spring has sprung and the birds are winging their way back north! Meet in the park’s Visitor Center to enjoy gourmet coffee and a sweet snack during a discussion of bird habitats and bird-friendly yards. We’ll identify birds at the park’s feeders, and weather permitting, take a hike to spot some of our feathered friends. This one-hour program is sponsored by the Friends of Goose Creek State Park.
Saturday, March 31, 2012 The Wonders of Wildflowers 2 p.m.
'Tis the season for wildflowers to make their appearance. We will be exploring approximately 1½ miles of nature trails while looking for some of our park’s beautiful fauna and flora. Wear sturdy shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. This program will begin at the park Visitor Center.
Saturday, March 3, 2012 Goose Creek Trail Hike 1 p.m.
Come along and enjoy the sights and sounds Goose Creek Trail has to offer. It’s approximately 2 miles long and runs through a variety of ecosystems. You’ll pass by a sandy swim beach located on the Pamlico River and then experience black gum and cypress swamps. Please meet at the last parking lot inside the park.
Saturday, March 10, 2012 Mallard Creek Hike 2 p.m.
Breathe in the fresh air and experience nature at its best. The hike will be an easy one-mile and taken at a pace which will allow you to relax and enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of nature. Please dress appropriately for the weather. All participants need to meet at the very last parking lot inside the park.
Sunday, March 18, 2012 A Walk Thru History 2 p.m.
This program will cover interesting facts and stories about our local heritage. As we hike along Huckleberry and Live Oak trails we’ll wind through patches of huckleberries and pass under beautiful live oaks draped with Spanish moss. The trails will also lead us by a historic cemetery dating from the 1880’s. Please meet at the last parking lot inside the park promptly at two o’clock.
Saturday, March 24, 2012 Coffee with the Birds 10 a.m.
Spring has sprung and the birds are winging their way back north! Meet in the park’s Visitor Center to enjoy gourmet coffee and a sweet snack during a discussion of bird habitats and bird-friendly yards. We’ll identify birds at the park’s feeders, and weather permitting, take a hike to spot some of our feathered friends. This one-hour program is sponsored by the Friends of Goose Creek State Park.
Saturday, March 31, 2012 The Wonders of Wildflowers 2 p.m.
'Tis the season for wildflowers to make their appearance. We will be exploring approximately 1½ miles of nature trails while looking for some of our park’s beautiful fauna and flora. Wear sturdy shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. This program will begin at the park Visitor Center.
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