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WAKE, NC · SUNDAY, JULY 26, 2026 · PARKS & REC

Geology Rocks!

What do you know about rocks and minerals?

FreeparksscienceeducationkidsRegistration required

Books, a notebook, and a desk lamp, woodcut illustration

Fig. 01 — Cypress Shelter at Harris Lake County Park

About the event

What do you know about rocks and minerals? Come learn how rocks are formed, explore the differences between rocks and minerals, and even try your hand at identification. We'll observe the properties of real rock and mineral samples and play a game about the rock cycle that really rocks! For all ages. Meet at the Cypress Shelter.

Schedule: Jul 26, 2026 Sunday from 2pm to 3pm

Duration: 1 hour

Ages: All ages,

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