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    Goose Creek State Park Calendar of Events for April, 2014.

    Saturday, April 5, 2014       Nature's Mysteries       2:00 pm

    Do you know how a beaver assists in the making of perfume? Meet at the park Visitor Center to learn some crazy, amazing, random facts about some of our wildlife.
Along the ragged water's edge of Goose Creek State Park: Above.     photo by Stan Deatherage

    Saturday, April 19, 2014       Earth Day Celebration Hike       2:00 pm

    Take a moment to celebrate Earth Day by visiting Goose Creek State Park for a ranger guided nature hike. You will have the opportunity to experience some of nature's most beautiful sights while learning about the ecosystems along the way. Please meet at the third parking lot to begin your hike along our Mallard Creek trail. The trail is approximately three-quarters of a mile. Please dress appropriately and bring a bottle of water.

    Saturday, April 26, 2014       Reptile Hike       2:00 pm

    Meet at the park Visitor Center to participate in an easy ranger guided hike through the swamp. We will be in search of snakes, turtles and whatever else might cross our path. We will also discuss the importance of wetlands while we venture along. Please dress appropriately, bring water, sunscreen and bug spray.
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