On Saturday, May 3, 2025, Cornelius Parks & Recreation is hosting their first ever Cardboard Boat Regatta. It will take place Saturday, May 3, … [Read more...] about First ever Cornelius Cardboard Boat Regatta
Outdoor Recreation
How to see the total lunar eclipse and blood moon
In the early hours of March 14, 2025, a total lunar eclipse will take place. This will be the first time since 2022 that North Carolina will get a … [Read more...] about How to see the total lunar eclipse and blood moon
Tuck Fest April 25-27 — band schedule announced
The U.S. National Whitewater Center's very popular music and outdoors festival, Tuck Fest, is planned for spring of 2025. The dates are April 25 to … [Read more...] about Tuck Fest April 25-27 — band schedule announced
Earth Day Weekend Celebration at Anne Springs Close Greenway
Anne Springs Close Greenway, 288 Dairy Barn Lane, Fort Mill, South Carolina, will host its annual Earth Day Celebration for a whole weekend. The … [Read more...] about Earth Day Weekend Celebration at Anne Springs Close Greenway
Green River Revival — St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Whitewater Center
The U.S. National Whitewater Center is planning Green River Revival on Saturday, March 15, 2025, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Green River Revival is … [Read more...] about Green River Revival — St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Whitewater Center
How to Visit Carhartt Mansion Ruins in Rock Hill
If you like your hikes with a side of old ruins, then you'll want to set out for the Carhartt Mansion Ruins in Rock Hill, South Carolina. With just a … [Read more...] about How to Visit Carhartt Mansion Ruins in Rock Hill
Spring Fling at Camp Thunderbird April 13
Celebrate the arrival of spring with a fun-filled day at Camp Thunderbird! Camp Thunderbird's Spring Fling takes place Sunday, April 13, 2025, from 2 … [Read more...] about Spring Fling at Camp Thunderbird April 13
Walk on Campbell Creek Greenway and see the ruins of an abandoned gristmill
I love hikes of all kinds, but I really love hikes where you come across the ruins of some abandoned structure. It's a reminder that the lands we … [Read more...] about Walk on Campbell Creek Greenway and see the ruins of an abandoned gristmill
STEAM Day at Latta April 5
Carolina Raptor Center and Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation are hosting STEAM Day at Latta on Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., … [Read more...] about STEAM Day at Latta April 5
Canceled: Dog Days of Winter Festival at U.S. National Whitewater Center Feb 15
UPDATE: This event has been canceled due to the weather. Dogs have always been valued guests at U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater … [Read more...] about Canceled: Dog Days of Winter Festival at U.S. National Whitewater Center Feb 15
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