What we’re about
Explore the natural environments of Mecklenburg County and the Carolinas. This group is dedicated to people who enjoy the great outdoors and want to spend some time hiking, exploring, while talking about our surroundings.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- ERRC: City Nature Challenge - Bioblitz Buckeye Cove Nature PreserveStephens Road Nature Preserve- Trailhead at the end of Stephens Rd., Huntersville, NC
**Must register in advance at:
http://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/157498City-wide Nature Challenge! Birds! Reptiles! Mammals! Insects! Help to spot and identify as many wildlife species as we can at Buckeye Cove Nature Preserve for this bioblitz (habitat survey) in conjunction with iNaturalist! Eye of the eagle and ear of the deer! Adult participation is required if under 18. Meet at the Buckeye Cove Nature Preserve parking lot (5901 Stephens Rd, Huntersville, NC)
Ages 10 and up
Free
9-10:30am
If you need an accommodation or modification, please contact Therapeutic and Inclusive Recreation Services at TRinfo@mecknc.gov.
- Hike for Your HealthReedy Creek Nature Center, Charlotte, NC
**Must register in advance at:
Must register in advance, click here to register.
Get outside, get moving, get healthy! Fresh air, sunshine, beautiful surroundings and wonderful people are included! This is a medium to fast walk of 2.5 to 3 miles over an hour+ on uneven terrain. Adult participation required if under 18. Meet at the Reedy Creek Nature Center.
Ages 14 and up • FREE •
If you need an accommodation or modification, please contact Therapeutic and Inclusive Recreation Services at TRinfo@mecknc.gov.
- Naturalist Hike @ RibbonWalk Nature PreserveRibbonwalk Nature Preserve, Charlotte, NC
**Must register in advance at http://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/158525
Explore the natural world through a different lens as we slow down and investigate the more than human world together. This monthly experience will have us traveling the trails of an urban nature preserve with frequent stops to observe what we are seeing. Adult participation is required if under 18. Meet at RibbonWalk Nature Preserve; 4601 Nevin Road; Charlotte.
Ages 14 and up
Free
9-11:30am
If you need an accommodation or modification, please contact Therapeutic and Inclusive Recreation Services at TRinfo@mecknc.gov.
- Saturday Saunter through the WoodsReedy Creek Nature Center, Charlotte, NC
**Must register in advance at:
http://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/158530
Saunter: walk in a slow, relaxed manner, without hurry or effort. Every first Saturday of the month we will enjoy an afternoon Saunter on the trails and through the woods at Reedy Creek Nature Preserve. This naturalist led saunter is family friendly and will foster an appreciation for the treasures of nature. Must be able to walk up to 2 miles on uneven terrain. Adult participation required if under 18.
All Ages
Free
2-3:30pm
If you need an accommodation or modification, please contact Therapeutic and Inclusive Recreation Services at TRinfo@mecknc.gov.
