Outdoor Recreation

Provide the community with positive experiences in the outdoors and to connect to the natural spaces that will benefit them emotionally, socially and/or educationally.

MUDDY BOOTS

Adventure in nature with your preschooler (up to 5 years old) at the West Point on the Eno Environmental Education Pavilion. We’ll read a nature-themed book, then take a walk on the wild side to find the nature right outside our door. Children must be accompanied by a parent, and of course, wear boots or sneakers that can get a little dirty! Parents must accompany children. Preregistration is required. Age: 1-4 CR Fee: $1.50 NCR Fee: $6.50 WEST POINT ON THE ENO 16971 Sep 6 T 10am-11am 17009 Sep 20 T 10am-11am 17010 Oct 4 T 10am-11am 17011 Oct 18 T 10am-11am 17012 Nov 1 T 10am-11am 17013 Nov 15 T 10am-11am 17014 Dec 6 T 10am-11am

MOONLIGHT PADDLE

Join DPR Outdoor Recreation for a paddle over the glassy waters of gorgeous Lake Michie as the moon shines above. We will provide the paddling and orientation equipment, you bring weatherappropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Preregistration is required for all participants. Age: 18 and up CR Fee: $8 NCR Fee: $13 LAKE MICHIE BOATING AREA 17016 Sep 9 F 9pm-11pm

SUNSET FAMILY PADDLE

Savor a sunset on Lake Michie with this Sunset Paddle. We will paddle canoes and kayaks after closing and enjoy the peaceful sunset over the lake. DPR Outdoor Recreation will provide the equipment; you bring weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes. Youth under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Preregistration is required for all participants. Age: 7 and up CR Fee: $8 NCR Fee: $13 LAKE MICHIE BOATING AREA 17015 Sep 9 F 6pm-8pm

HARVEST MOON MIDNIGHT HIKE

Celebrate September’s Harvest Moon with a Full Moon Midnight Hike. The moon will light up the trail we hike on as it will be at its highest and brightest point in the sky. Wear weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. Youth under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Preregistration is required for all participants. Age: 15 and up CR Fee: $1.50 NCR Fee: $6.50 WEST POINT ON THE ENO 16972 Sep 10 Sa 11:30pm-12:30am

SUNRISE EQUINOX PADDLE

Join us on the first day of Autumn as the sun rises and shines upon Lake Michie. We will use kayaks and canoes to paddle our way into the Fall season. We will provide the equipment, you bring weather-appropriate clothes and wear closed-toes shoes. Youth under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Preregistration is required for all participants. Age: 7 and up CR Fee: $8 NCR Fee: $13 LAKE MICHIE BOATING AREA 17017 Sep 22 Th 6am-8am

There may be nothing better than sitting next to a warm, crackling campfire. Durham Parks and Recreation Outdoor Recreation invites you to join us for a Fourth Friday Fire. All ages (children must be accompanied by an adult). No preregistration required. All Ages No Cost WEST POINT ON THE ENO 16978 Sep 23 F 7pm-9pm 17038 Sep 23 F 7pm-9pm

STARGAZING SERIES: JUPITER VIEWING

Join DPR Outdoor Recreation as we view the fifth planet from the sun! Learn about Jupiter with our knowledgeable staff and look through high-powered binoculars and telescopes for high-quality viewing. This program will feature astronomers from NASA and DPR. Dress for the weather. No cost, no preregistration required. All Ages No Cost WEST POINT ON THE ENO 17018 Sep 24 Sa 10:30pm-

BULL CITY CAMPOUT

Whether you’re new to tent camping or an old pro, camping with your friends in West Point on the Eno park with Durham Parks and Recreation is a good time for all. Campfire stories, river explorations, night hikes, s’mores and stargazing are just a few of the adventures we’ll have in the park. A cookout dinner of hotdogs is provided for participants. A limited number of tents and sleeping bags are available for this event. Youth under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Preregistration is required for all participants. Age: 2 and up CR Fee: $8 NCR Fee: $13 WEST POINT ON THE ENO 17019 Oct 1 Sa 4pm-7am

FALL COLORS SUNSET PADDLE

Enjoy the fall colors of the trees along Lake Michie while paddling canoes and kayaks with DPR Outdoor Recreation. We will provide the equipment, you bring weather-appropriate clothes and wear closed-toe shoes. Youth under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Preregistration is required for all participants. Age: 7 and up CR Fee: $8 NCR Fee: $13 LAKE MICHIE BOATING AREA 17020 Oct 14 F 5pm-7pm See a different side of Lake Michie with an evening Starlight Paddle. With its dark sky, Lake Michie offers excellent sky-watching opportunities, especially on the water. We will provide canoes and kayaks as a group to enjoy the beauty of the night sky over the lake. DPR Outdoor Recreation will provide the equipment; you bring weatherappropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes. Youth under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Preregistration is required for all participants. Age: 18 and up CR Fee: $8 NCR Fee: $13 LAKE MICHIE BOATING AREA 17021 Oct 14 F 8pm-10pm

CLOWN FLASHLIGHT SCAVENGER HUNT

Years ago, on a dark and stormy night, a clown car crashed into the Eno River. The car was recovered but the occupants were never found. Legend has it that once a year clowns can be seen along the trails of West Point on the Eno. Join us for a creepy take on our popular flashlight scavenger hunt. Bring a flashlight and search for clowns along the trail but watch out for Buttons, he’s a little grumpy! Adults only, preregistration is required for all participants. At least 18 and up CR Fee: $1.50 NCR Fee: $6.50 WEST POINT ON THE ENO 16975 Oct 28 F 10pm-11pm 16976 Oct 28 F 10:30pm-11:30pm 16977 Oct 28 F 11pm-12:pm

HALLOWEEN FLASHLIGHT SCAVENGER HUNT

Looking for a fun Halloween activity for the whole family? This activity is just for you! Bring your family or team of friends and come race through West Point on the Eno after dark. You will search for hidden reflective Halloween and nature-themed “targets” around the park using flashlights. Youth under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Preregistration is required for all participants. All Ages CR Fee: $1.50 NCR Fee: $6.50 WEST POINT ON THE ENO 17022 Oct 28 F 7pm-8pm 17023 Oct 28 F 7:30pm-8:30pm 17024 Oct 28 F 8pm-9pm November’s Frost Moon is named after the beavers who build their winter dams at this time of the year. Join us as we hike on trails, lit up by the full moon, along the Eno River, which is a popular spot for beavers to build their winter dams. Wear weatherappropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. Youth under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Preregistration is required for all participants. Age: 15 and up CR Fee: $1.50 NCR Fee: $6.50 WEST POINT ON THE ENO 17037 Nov 8 T 11:30pm-12:30am

STARGAZING SERIES: GEMINIDS METEOR SHOWER

The Geminid Meteor Shower is the most prolific meteor shower of the year with up to 120 meteors per hour. Join us in the meadow at the West Point on the Eno Environmental Education Pavilion as we watch the spectacle. Enjoy a cup of hot chocolate while lying on a blanket under the stars. No cost, no preregistration required. All Ages No Cost WEST POINT ON THE ENO 17039 Dec 14 W 12am-3am

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