Wake County Parks
@WakeGovParks
Wake County Parks, Recreation & Open Space manages eight parks, two nature preserves, and approx. 9,000 acres of open space in the Raleigh, NC area.
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http://www.wake.gov/parks 10-03-2016 21:24:23
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Check out the latest edition of the #HarrisLake email newsletter, the Longleaflet, for all the details on our upcoming programs and the Longleaf Ramble event, educational moments, staff tidbits, and more!
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It's time to celebrate the majestic Longleaf Pine with #HarrisLake County Park! Fun events are planned throughout the month of May, including the amazing Longleaf Ramble on May 18!
Learn more at: wake.gov/longleaf
Check out the featured Adventure Backpack from #HistoricOakView County Park! All About Bugs is for elementary ages and teaches kids about insects and how they help around the farm. Backpacks can be checked-out in the Farm History Building.
#BlueJayPoint 's Songbird Celebration event in April was a great time thanks to the hard work of the event's volunteers, staff, and exhibitors!. This year's theme, Protect Insects, Protect Birds, gave visitors a chance to learn about how insects interact with plants and wildlife.
Enjoy the view from above during the monthly drone flight showing the construction progress at #BeechBluff County Park.
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Come to #LakeCrabtree on Thursday, May 16th at 4:30 p.m. for a new outdoor storytime series in partnership with Rooted In Color, Family Adventures in Nature: Stories Celebrating Diversity! This month’s story will explore all things gardening. Register: ow.ly/ngyE50Ryw97
🔈Volume up! The #Cicadas are at their peak at #LakeCrabtree in Morrisville, NC and they're making their presence known!
This video was shot at the historic home site, which can be accessed from the open play area. Just follow Connector Trail B.  
#WildlifeWednesday
Join #AmericanTobaccoTrail staff on Monday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m., for a hike to the beautiful wetland at the Beaver Creek bridge and put your nature detective skills to the test along the way with a special spring scavenger hunt! Register: ow.ly/Unap50RysaB
Have you seen one of these gorgeous Wood Ducks along the #AmericanTobaccoTrail ? The males (shown) are one of the most colorful North American waterfowl, while the females are more muted but still beautiful. 📸:Bob Oberfelder
Wake County Parks is currently hiring two Park Technicians of Agriculture at the brand new #BeechBluff County Park!
Find out more and apply at: wake.gov/parks/careers.
Are you subscribed to the #BlueJayPoint newsletter? It comes out each month and highlights upcoming events, programs, and time changes. Check out May's newsletter here: ow.ly/Wpka50RxcoQ
#LibraryOnTheGo rolls on today with stops at #HistoricOakView County Park in Raleigh! Check the website at wake.gov/LibraryOnTheGo for a full list of events! 🚌 📚
Thanks to Wake Libraries and @wakegovparks for making this possible! 💙
It's #MobileTourMonday ! Did you know that many Wake County Parks have mobile tours you can enjoy while in the park or while at home? Today we are featuring #HarrisLake 's Red Fox Run tour, check it out at: ow.ly/VAbQ50QgNw6
Stay up to date on park news and fun, upcoming park programs by checking out the #YatesMill May newsletter! ow.ly/xSgg50RvKee
Thank you to everyone who joined Wake County Parks to review the Lake Myra County Park final draft master plan!
If you missed the community meeting, you can access all the materials online at wake.gov/LakeMyra. 💻
Join #HarrisLake staff on Wednesday, May 8 at 7 p.m. to learn about the animals that live in the Longleaf Pine forest! Discover through fun activities the ways they use this habitat’s special features for food and shelter. Register: ow.ly/3slG50Rw96W
Who's ready to hit the trail? Instagram's opheliathegingergolden sure looks ready to tackle the #AmericanTobaccoTrail ! Thanks for the inspiration, Ophelia. #SundayShare
