Topics Related to Piedmont Region

Bluebird NestBox Walk & Talk

April 25, 2026, 1pm - 2:30pm
The 2026 NCSciFest theme is "Science Matters" and we're excited to talk about eleven years of bluebird conservation lessons learned by staff & volunteers at Haw River State Park.

First Day Mindfulness Hike (Self-Guided)

December 31, 2025 - January 4, 2026, All day
Enjoy a refreshing nature walk into the new year!

Bird Hike

November 11, 2025, 8:30am - 10:30am
Join us at Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve for a hike to look for birds!

Deep Sky Astronomy

November 7, 2026, 6pm - 8pm
Join us at the Iron Ore Belt Access of Haw River State Park to observe the night sky!

Deep Sky Astronomy

May 16, 2026, 8pm - 10pm
Join us at the Iron Ore Belt Access of Haw River State Park to observe the night sky!

Deep Sky Astronomy

March 14, 2026, 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Join us at the Iron Ore Belt Access of Haw River State Park to observe the night sky!

Deep Sky Astronomy

January 17, 2026, 6pm - 8pm
Join us at the Iron Ore Belt Access of Haw River State Park to observe the night sky!

Solar Astronomy

July 16, 2026, 1pm - 3pm
Join us at the Iron Ore Belt Access of Haw River State Park to view the sun with special solar viewing equipment!

Deep Sky Astronomy

September 12, 2026, 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Join us at the Iron Ore Belt Access of Haw River State Park to observe the night sky!

National TRACK Trails Day Hike

August 16, 2025, 11am - 12pm
Our park staff will be leading a guided hike on the Quarry Trail, which is our designated TRACK Trail. This is an easy and family-friendly hike that will cover the geology of the Uwharries, and the history of the CCC at Morrow Mountain State Park. We will utilize many of the informative and interactive brochures provided by the Kids In Parks organization.