On a beautiful early-fall afternoon last Saturday, kids enjoyed exploring the trails near the Harris Energy and Environmental Center in New Hill, looking for signs of wildlife. As part of the SWC Eco Kids Program, Bonnie Eamick, Environmental Educator, led a group of inquisitive kids along the wooded trails and along a dry creekbed in … More Looking for Clues on the Trail
It is a great time of year to bring the family outdoors for a fun discovery walk in the woods! Guided by environmental educator Bonnie Eamick, follow an easy path through the woods and along a stream to find all sorts of clues that animals have been there. We’ll learn how to identify some animal … More Eco Kids: Animal Signs Discovery Walk!
Did you know that there are estimated to be 160,000 different moth species, almost ten times as many as there are for butterflies? And most come out only at night, so you may not have seen most of them. Well, here is your chance! South Wake Conservationists are proud to present our popular Moth Night again, … More Moth Night at Crowder Park Aug. 23rd
Kids in Nature Day is back for the fourth year in row! We have moved it from the traditional May date to the fall this year, so the weather should be nice, and as always, this event is free. All kids and families are welcome. Connecting kids with nature through fun, interactive, and hands-on activities … More Kids in Nature Day Oct. 4th!
Eco Kids had a fun nature hike at Lake Johnson Park in Raleigh on Saturday, led by Cissy McKissick, checking off wildlife and nature items from their checklists along the way. It was definitely hot that morning, so being on a shaded trail through the woods was a good thing! We saw some cool spider … More Discoveries on the Trail
Join NCWF South Wake Conservationists Chapter for an Eco Kids Scavenger Hunt! Walk with us through the woods and down to Lake Johnson as we look for plants, animals, and nature signs. Use your eyes and ears to check items off your scavenger hunt list. Explore and learn about the natural world around you. This … More Eco Kids Scavenger Hunt
June 29th Event Postponed – New Date TBA Given excessive heat plus holiday week schedules, this Eco Kids event is being postponed to a late date. Please watch for a new announcement, once re-scheduled. Thanks for your understanding! Beat the heat with a cool discovery walk in the woods along a stream to find all … More Eco Kids: Animal Signs Discovery Walk!
How do frogs breathe (hint – not necessarily the way you might think). Twenty-four kids came to a special Eco Kids activity at Bass Lake Park on Saturday, led by NCWF VP of Outdoor Engagement Mary Bures. It was all about frogs. We started with an experiment to learn about semi-permeable membranes. Why? Because frogs … More Eco Kids Discovered Cool Facts About Frogs!
EVENT CANCELLED Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025 Time: 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Location: William B. Umstead State Park, Harrison Ave Entrance Meeting Place: Parking at end of Harrison Ave at Company Mill Trailhead Kids and families! Join EB Brown from Project Pando for a meander amongst the magnificent trees of William B. Umstead State … More Eco Kids Magnificent Tree ID Hike
Explore the fascinating world of frogs! Join NCWF South Wake Conservationists Chapter for an Eco Kids event about frogs. Experiment to learn more about the special characteristics that frogs share with all amphibians, and participate in activities that will help you discover what frogs need to survive. This event is open to all ages. Hop … More Eco Kids: All About Frogs
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