Garner – South Wake Conservationists

It’s Groundhog Day (again!) and We Need Volunteers – CANCELLED DUE TO HAZARDOUS ROAD CONDITIONS

January 24, 2026

DETAILS TO FOLLOW THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED BY THE TOWN OF GARNER We kick off our 2026 season of community engagement on Feb. 2nd in Garner at the annual Groundhog Day celebration, which is always a lot of fun. SWC plans to exhibit at six different community events and festivals this year, which is … More It’s Groundhog Day (again!) and We Need Volunteers – CANCELLED DUE TO HAZARDOUS ROAD CONDITIONS

Groundhog Says Spring is Around the Corner!

February 2, 2025

Garner’s annual Groundhog Day event at White Deer Park was a hit again this year, and SWC was happy to participate as an exhibitor for the third year in a row. There was a nice turnout, and in the end, the groundhog (“Snerd”), provided by our friends at CLAWS in Chapel Hill, gave an upbeat … More Groundhog Says Spring is Around the Corner!

National Day of Service Workday at White Deer Park

September 6, 2023

Attention South Wake Conservationists invasives warriors! Volunteer for the 9/11 National Day of Service by helping park staff remove invasive plant species from White Deer Park in Garner. Invasive species we will be working on include Japanese stiltgrass, Chinese privet, autumn olive, and more. Two sessions are available: Identification and removal training will take place … More National Day of Service Workday at White Deer Park

Moth Night at White Deer Park (Garner)

July 26, 2023

Eco Kids take note! It is amazing to see all the different colors, sizes, and shapes of moths you can find at night with just a light source and a sheet. It is Moth Week, and our friends at Garner Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources are holding a special evening event you won’t want to … More Moth Night at White Deer Park (Garner)

Kids in Nature Day 2023 Rocked Lake Benson!

May 14, 2023

Ranger Rick led the way, and 450 kids had the time of their lives at the South Wake Conservationists’ second annual Kids in Nature Day on May 6! With over 1,200 registrations and 900 actual attendees, the 2023 event was bustling with activity at 20 hands-on activity stations, yet the park provided plenty of space … More Kids in Nature Day 2023 Rocked Lake Benson!

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