Goose Creek State Park Calendar of Events | Eastern North Carolina Now

    Sunday, March 6      The Eastern Box Turtle      3 p.m.

    Did you know that the Eastern Box Turtle is our state reptile? Did you also know that it can live up to 50 years in the wild? Come to this one-hour ranger-led program and learn more about this fascinating reptile. We will meet in the Auditorium of the Visitor Center.


     Sunday, March 13       Live Oak Hike      3 p.m.

    The Live Oak Trail is one of Goose Creek's most beautiful trails. Come with a willingness to walk approximately 1.5 miles along the beautiful Pamlico Riverfront and enjoy the surrounding flora and fauna, Please dress for the weather and bring binoculars if you wish to view some of our migratory birds. Meet with the ranger in Parking Lot #2.


    Sunday, March 20       The Elusive Mink       3 p.m.

    This animal has been prized throughout the years as having the softest fur in the animal kingdom. Come and see (and feel) for yourself during this one-hour program. This nocturnal animal has some unique habits that make it quite adapted to living in our area. We will meet in the Auditorium of the Visitor Center.


    Sunday, March 27       Meet the King       3 p.m.

    Are you one of the millions of people who don't like snakes? Do you think they are creepy? Do they make your skin crawl? Are you afraid of venomous snakes? What if there was a snake that ate other snakes, including venomous snakes? Well there is! Meet at the Goose Creek Visitor Center to discover this marvel of the snake world.


    Special Announcement!
    Goose Creek State Park's Annual Photography Contest Is Back!!!

    Have you been out on our trails already this year and taken some really neat photos? If so, choose your best to enter in our photo contest. If not, come on out, stop by the office to pick up an entry form (or three), then get out there and capture the winning photo!

    There are three age/skill categories:
     •Children (15 and under)    •Adults (16 and older)    •Professionals

    Watch for contest details to be posted/ published/ announced soon.
    If you have questions, call the park office at 252-923-2191.
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