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DURHAM, NC · SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 2026 · PARKS & REC

Nature Explorers

Embark on an outdoor adventure designed for curious kids.

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The entrance arch of a North Carolina state park, woodcut illustration

Fig. 01 — West Point on the Eno Environmental Education Pavillion

About the event

Embark on an outdoor adventure designed for curious kids. We’ll dive deeper into nature with hands-on activities, explore the park’s trails, and discover the wildlife and plants that call it home. Each session includes an engaging nature-focused project and time to investigate the world around us. Children should come ready to explore and wear shoes that can get a little dirty. Preregistration is required.

Ages: Age at least 5 yrs but less than 8y 11m,

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