January 2019

Blue Jay 
Flyer

It's that time again . . .

Recycle your Christmas tree to mulch trails at  Wake County Parks!--when you go for a walk you'll get to smell that fresh evergreen smell all over again!

Drop off your undecorated holiday trees at the following   Wake County Parks 
7 days a week 
8 a.m. until sunset  
(gates lock at 5:30 p.m. 
before  Jan. 14 and 
at 6 p.m. beginning Jan. 14) 

Blue Jay Point County Park: 
3200 Pleasant Union Church Road, Raleigh

Green Hills County Park
9300 Deponie Drive, Raleigh

Harris Lake County Park
 2112 County Park Drive, New Hill

Lake Crabtree County Park
 1400 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville

For additional locations and holiday recycling information:
wakegov.com/happytrails

Summer  Mini-Camp 
registration is 
NOW OPEN

Please check out our new longer camp days 
for all ages!

 


Important Update

Our parks and preserves can provide the perfect backdrop for your bridal, graduation, prom or family photos! To ensure that all visitors have an enjoyable experience, registration is now required for professional, client-based photo shoots. 



Important  Updates

As of Jan. 1, 2019, there is 
no charge for 
Wake County Parks, Recreation and Open Space public, group and outreach programs. 

Fees will still apply for Shelters, Camps, Historic Yates Mill tours and Overnight Lodge reservations.

As of Jan. 1, 2019, 
we no longer accept 
cash on site at any Wake County Parks, Recreation and Open Space location. 

Payments can be made 
on-site or in advance with a credit or debit card. 

Checks must be mailed 
in advance to:
Wake County Parks, 
Recreation and Open Space
PO Box 550
Suite 1000
Raleigh, NC 27602



GoApe is now closed 
until early March.

Be sure to follow
GoApe on social media 
all winter for chances at free tickets and swag!


Stay Connected!

 
   
 

 

 
January 
Happenings!
(all programs require preregistration) 

Nature Peekers:
Bones, Bones, Dinosaur Bones
Tuesday, January 15 
10:30 - 11 a.m.
(for kids ages 18 mos. to 3 years and their grown-up)
Enjoy some sensory stations that let us look at 
dinosaurs- inside and out! We'll read Bones, Bones, 
Dinosaur Bones by Bryon Barton to really see 
what is underneath a dinosaur. 
Fee: Free!
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Nature Stories:
Did You Hear That?
Wednesday, January 16
1 - 2 p.m.
(for kids ages 3-5 and their grown-up)
 
There are sounds all around us!  Come "listen" 
as we l earn who is making these different sounds, 
and then  make your own special sound maker 
to take home. 
Fee:  Free!
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Family Wildlife Series:
Night Prowl
Saturday, January 19 
5:30- 6:30 p.m.

Join staff on a nighttime exploration of the park.  
We'll practice using our senses to compensate for the
dark, so plan on keeping your flashlight in your pocket! 
This program is for families with 
children ages 5 and up. 
Fee: Free!
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Family Wildlife Series:
Nature Games
Monday, January 21 
2 - 3 p.m.
 
Join Blue Jay staff for an informal session of indoor 
family fun and nature-related games on a winter afternoon.  We'll have both "moving around games" and board games 
and puzzles suitable from pre-school on up.
Parents, as always, plan on participating 
in our family programs!
Fee: Free!

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and Remember--

In MOST cases Blue Jay's programs go on rain or 
shine with awesome indoor activities to make up for 
any missed opportunities outdoors. 

 Be sure to check your email address you used for registering for the program for any program status updates, check FB for winter weather park delays/closings or call (919) 870-4330 if you 
have questions!

Upcoming Opportunities 
for Adults
(Preregistration is Required) 


Serious Skills for Adults:
That's a Wrap!
Saturday, January 12, 1- 4 p.m.
 
Beeswax wraps that it!  Was one of your New Year resolutions to bring less single use plastic into your home?  Beeswax wraps are a great "green" alternative to using 
plastic wrap for many kinds of food storage. They are great for wrapping cheese or fruit, covering dishes, or folding into snack bags to be used at school or work.  Join Blue Jay staff to create several wraps of your own while we discuss 
ways to minimize use of single-use plastics.  
Criteria 3 credit is available for NC EE Certification candidates.  This program is free, but pre-registration is required.  Ages 16 and up are welcome.
Fee:  Free!


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Serious Skills for Adults:
Who's Got Game?
Saturday, February 9, 1- 4 p.m.

Get out of the house and have fun on a winter afternoon testing out some unique nature-themed board and 
card games.  We'll have games of various levels and intricacies, so you can play as long or as little as you like. 
As we play we'll throw in some fascinating nature facts 
about the games and maybe even make some new board game friends along the way!   If you're attending, do you 
have a game that fits this theme? Email us at [email protected] so we can add it to our 
potential game list!  This particular Serious Skills for Adults session is for fun and games only-no credit towards 
NC EE Certification is available.  
Ages 16 and up are welcome.
Fee:  Free!


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and Remember--

In MOST cases Blue Jay's programs go on rain or
 shine with awesome indoor activities to make up for 
any missed opportunities outdoors. 

  Be sure to check your email address you used 
for registering for the program for any program status updates, check FB for winter weather 
park delays/closings or call (919) 870-4330 
if you have questions!
Contact us: 
 
Blue Jay Point County Park
3200 Pleasant Union Church Road
Raleigh, NC  27614
(919) 870-4330
 
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