Programs require registration at least three days prior to the program date. Space is limited - don’t miss out!

Call (919) 662-2850 or email crowderdistrictpark@wakegov.com to register or for more information.

Nature Families

Great for families with children of different ages.

For all ages; fee: $5/Family. Preregistration is required.

Camo Critters

Tuesday, October 6, 11am – Noon

Learn all about the amazing ways our neighbors

in nature can hide in plain sight. Play a fun

camouflage game and go on a nature walk to

look for camo critters!

Turkey Tales

Tuesday, November 3, 11 am – Noon

It's turkey time here at Crowder. Join us as we

explore turkey tales, stories and songs. Learn

how to ruffle your feathers and practice your

best call. Then go on a turkey trot.

Pine Tree Party

Tuesday, December 8, 11 am – Noon

It's a party at Crowder and who is our guest of

honor? Pine Trees! Bring your family down to the

park as we explore our evergreen friends through

binoculars, magnifying glasses and our own eyes.

See what animals call these pine giants home

and how they help the habitat.

October-December 2015 Programs at

Crowder District Park

Crowder By Night

Family programs that explore the park at night.

For all ages; fee: $5/Family or $3/Person.

Preregistration is required.

Spooky Spiders

Friday, October 16, 6– 7 pm

Did you know there are over 40,000 different species

of spiders! Join us as we explore a few arachnids

found in our park as we sniff out these 8 legged

creatures. Learn how and why spiders build webs and

then make a fun craft about these creepy critters.

Seasonal Scavenger Hunt

Friday, November 13, 5– 6 pm

Scavenger hunts are a great way to explore the park

in a new way! Bring the whole family and enjoy a

crisp autumn night searching for clues focused on

nature and night time critters. Sip on hot apple

cider and make a fall craft.

The Winter Sky

Friday, December 4, 4:30– 5:30 pm

Winter is a great season to gaze at stars! Learn

your way around winter's constellations, enjoy hot

cocoa, and learn about the mysterious night sky.

Use our binoculars or bring your own pair but

make sure you bundle up 'cause it's cold outside!

Family Features

These are great programs for families who are on the go during the week, but don't want to miss out on the park experience.

For all ages; fee: $5/Family, unless otherwise noted. Preregistration is required.

Pumpkin Time

Sunday, October 25

2– 3 pm

Explore the uses of pumpkins,

past and present, then study

pumpkins inside and out. Where

do they come from? How do they

grow? Will they float? Find

out and paint a small pumpkin

to take home.

Giving Thanks

Sunday, November 15

2– 3 pm

November is a time to be thankful!

Celebrate the natural world and

where our favorite Thanksgiving

foods come from. Investigate corn

under microscopes and hand lenses,

learn the difference between fruits

and veggies, and make a craft.

Winter Wrap Up

Sunday, December 13

2– 3 pm

Winter is a great time to explore

nature! Join a naturalist & learn how

to identify tracks, explore conifers,

and drink pine needle tea. Then

observe snow & ice through hands-

on science experiments. Don't forget

to bring your scarf and mittens!

Now You See Me, Now You Don’t

Wednesday, October 7, 11 am– Noon

Wild animals are masters of

disguise and pros at incredible

disappearing acts. Find out how

and why our friends in nature

are so good at blending in! Try a few experiments,

go on a hike and play some games as we search

for camouflaged critters!

Talkin' Turkeys

Wednesday, November 4, 11 am– Noon

Believe it or not, turkeys are really smart. Think

you're smarter than a turkey? Join us for some

challenging games to find out! Learn all about the

lives of wild turkeys, their habitat and what they

like to eat, then snack on your own turkey treat.

Evergreen Trees

Wednesday, December 9, 11 am– Noon

Do you know why pine trees are called evergreens?

Because they are green all year long! Come learn

about the parts and life cycle of trees, their

importance in our habitat to both people and

wildlife, and sip on some pine needle tea!

Nature's Hide and Seek

Wednesday, October 7, 1– 2 pm

Look closely and discover how animals play hide

and seek. Play games, read a story and make a camo

craft to learn about how and why animals blend in

with their surroundings in nature. Go on a nature hike

and find out how many hidden creatures we can see!

Gobble Gobble

Wednesday, November 4, 1– 2 pm

Wild Turkeys are smart and fascinating birds. No

wonder they were almost chosen as our national

mascot. Come learn some feathery facts, read a

story and make a terrific turkey craft.

Forever Green

Wednesday, December 9, 1– 2 pm

How do pine trees stay so green when it is so cold

outside? Who loves to live in evergreens during

winter? We will explore the answers to these and

other questions using our five senses during a winter

stroll around the park and by doing an art project.

We will also read "The Sheltering Cedar" by

local author Anne Marshall Runyon.

Nature Friends

Explore the natural world through hikes, nature

activities, outdoor exploration, games and crafts.

Meet at the Park Pavilion. For ages 6-9. Fee: $4/Child.

Preregistration is required.

continued Nature Watchers

Preschool children with accompanying adult(s)

discover the natural world through stories, hands-on nature

activities, games, crafts and outdoor exploration. Meet at

the Park Pavilion. For ages 3-5. Fee: $4/Child/Program.

Preregistration is required.

Quarter Year Programs at

Crowder District Park

Bugs in Nature

Monday, October 5

10:30– 11:00 am

Explore bugs of different colors

and shapes! Count the number

of legs spiders & beetles have!

Then go on a bug safari!

Leaves in Nature

Monday, November 2

10:30– 11:00 am

Red, yellow, orange and brown -

leaves come in all different sizes and

colors. Practice your color and shape

recognition through hands-on

centers. Then collect leaves that

have fallen in the park!

Special Event:

Canine Contests!

Sunday, October 11

1:30– 3:30 pm

We're looking for the best dog

tricks and canine costumes in

Wake County! If your dog has a

special talent and/or a super

cool costume, come and

show us during this afternoon

of fun. For all ages; FREE.

Preregistration is not required.

Tiny Tots

A half-hour weekday program for children ages 18 months to 3 years old,

with an accompanying adult; fee: $2/child. Preregistration is required.

continued Programs require registration at least three days prior to the program date. Space is limited - don’t miss out!

Call (919) 662-2850 or email crowderdistrictpark@wakegov.com to register or for more information.

October-December 2015 Programs at

Crowder District Park

Volunteer at the Park!

Want to do more to help out your community

park? Consider volunteering at Crowder

District Park.

Call us or stop by to learn about the exciting

new ways you can lend a hand.

Call (919) 662-2850.

Keep up with all of the park’s

events and happenings!

www.facebook.com/crowderpark

www.twitter.com/CrowderPark

Visit www.wakegov.com/parks/crowder

and sign up for our email list to receive

program and volunteer information!

Kids Get Crafty!

Sunday, November 22

1– 2 pm

Colorful leaves, neat twigs and unique

seed pods - trees make great art supplies.

Learn the parts of a tree, then create festive

fall crafts using natural objects. For all ages;

fee: $4/Child. Preregistration is required.

Wake County Parks

Instagram Contest

We want to see how you get out and play!

Through November, we are celebrating our parks

and nature preserves with our 2nd annual contest.

For your chance to win, follow us on Instagram

at @WakeGovParks. Submit your best shots of

Wake County parks and nature preserves using

the hashtag #OurWakeCountyParks as well as the

hashtag for the park or nature preserve pictured.

How to Enter: Follow Wake County Parks on

Instagram (@wakegovparks).

Upload your favorite photos of our

Wake County Parks to Instagram.

Tag the photo with the hashtag

#OurWakeCountyParks.

No Instagram account? No problem!

Email your best #OurWakeCountyParks photos

to Matt.Roylance@wakegov.com.

www.wakegov.com/parks/instagram

Park Instagram Hashtags

Tag your favorite park or nature preserve using

one of the following hashtags:

#AmericanTobaccoTrail

#BlueJayPoint

#CrowderPark

#HarrisLake

#HistoricOakView

#LakeCrabtree

#NorthWakeLandfill

#YatesMill

#RobertsonMillpondPreserve