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

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   Are you feeling a little closed-in after the excitement of the holidays?

    Sunday, February 3, 2013       North Carolina’s Naval Stores       2:00 p.m.

    Meet at the Ivey Gut Parking Lot to hike to a relic from the past, a tar kiln. Learn about Eastern North Carolina’s naval stores industry.

    Saturday, February 9, 2013       Wildfires and Longleaf Pines       2:00 p.m.

    Come discover the wonders, importance and dangers of fire in Eastern North Carolina. Learn about the amazing long leaf pine and its dependence on fire for survival. Please meet at the Group Campsite Parking Lot.
The shoreline along Goose Creek State Park: Above.     photo by Stan Deatherage

    Friday, February 15, 2013       Native American Astronomy       6:30 p.m.

    Come hang out under the stars while we discuss some of the Native American stories that went along with some of our constellations. Please meet at the park's Visitor Center. Dress appropriately for the weather and you are welcome to bring chairs, blankets and flashlights.

    Saturday, February 23, 2013       Winter Tree ID       2:00 p.m.

    No leaves? No problem! Learn how to identify trees without the leaves on them. Use other clues that the tree has to offer to identify them during the winter. There will be a classroom portion and an outdoor portion. Please meet at the Visitor Center.
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