Here’s a list of park programs and events for December. Remember the park hours are still 8am-5pm. Also, the park is closed for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Geminid Meteor Shower Viewing
Sunday, December 13, 8pm-10pm. Free. All ages. No registration required.
Join us for the peak of the Geminid meteor shower. Morehead Planetarium will be on hand to give us a tour of the night sky and the big telescopes will be out in the big field. Camp chairs, blankets, and picnics are welcome. Call 919-732-5505 after 4:00pm on the day of the program for cloud or cancellation information.
Edible Ornaments
Saturday, December 19, 1:00pm – 4:00pm. Free. All ages. No registration required.
It’s peanut butter, pinecone- craft time, folks! Find out what birds are hanging around for the winter and make a few nature-themed ornaments for them to eat. Meet at the Large Shelter.
Christmas Bird Count
Sunday, December 20, 9:00am – 12:00pm. Free. Ages 6 yrs. & older. No registration required.
Come count the birds at Little River. Join staff as we tally the diverse species of birds found around the park for Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count.
New Year’s Day Nature Walk
Friday, January 1, 9–11:30am. Free.
Start the New Year enjoying the trails of Little River Park on this informal group walk. This walk will be at a pace which allows for picture taking and enjoyment of the natural surroundings. We’ll have a few guide books and binoculars to loan. Meet at the Large Shelter.
We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable holidays and we look forward to seeing you at the park.
More program and event information can be found at: http://littleriverrambler.blogspot.com/2015/01/new-online-calendar-of-events.html
More program and event information can be found at: http://littleriverrambler.blogspot.com/2015/01/new-online-calendar-of-events.html
