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Check Out What's New at Crowder!
April 2024
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Discovering Eastern Red-spotted Newts in April 🌼
Meet the Eastern Red-spotted Newt, blending in seamlessly amidst the pond's edge! With its unique colors and intricate spots, it's the ultimate hide-and-seek champ of the underwater world! But here's a splash of fun facts: Eastern Red-spotted Newts undergo three distinct life stages: aquatic larvae, terrestrial efts, and aquatic adults. Each stage comes with its own unique adaptations and habitats. Pictured here is an aquatic adult who made his final dive back into the water.
Photo by staff.
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Please note that
the park's closing time will change from 8:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on April 15th.
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2024 Nesting Season has begun!
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Bluebird nesting season has begun for 2024! Last year we worked with South Wake Conservationists to install 13 new bluebird boxes around the park. Keep an eye out for our new bluebird boxes, and see if you spot any potential tenants scouting their future nesting sites for the season. Remember: do not open their boxes, as it can potentially scare off fledglings who are not ready to leave the nest just yet!
Photo by Sam Ray.
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Playground Makeover
Our playground just got a fresh makeover!
We're thrilled to announce that our playground area has been upgraded with brand new mulch! This means safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable playtime for our little adventurers.
Come on down and experience the freshness firsthand! Bring your kids, bring your friends, and let's make some memories together amidst the beauty of nature.
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Share What You Love about Wake County Parks!
April and October are "I Heart Parks" months, and Wake County Parks, Recreation and Open Space would love to hear from you!
Please tell us why you love Wake County parks and preserves by filling out a quick survey here. The survey is open for the months of April and October.
Wake County Parks, Recreation and Open Space Division preserves open space, promotes stewardship, and provides equitable and inclusive education and outdoor recreation for a diverse and growing community.
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Public Programs: April
Registration is required for everyone.
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Earth Day Party!
April 4th - 11 a.m. - Noon
Earth Day is just around the corner, and we're throwing a green extravaganza! Breathe new life into everyday objects to reduce our waste. Get ready for bubble-blowing, crafting using recycled materials, and creating bird feeders. It's time to get crafty and help save our planet by reducing, reusing, and recycling! For all ages. Register here.
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Animal Senses
April 7th - 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Did you know that crickets hear with their feet or that rabbits have 17,000 taste buds on their tongues? Get ready for a fantastic journey into the world of your five senses and how they help you explore nature. Compare prickly and tickly objects, and take a nature walk to put your senses to the test in the park!
Register here.
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Alive After Dark
April 19th - 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Ever wondered what happens in the park after dark? We'll take a leisurely stroll around the pond and search for the creatures that rule the night. Try your best to spot the elusive nocturnal animals and learn their fascinating adaptations. For all ages. Register here.
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Raindrops and Rainbows
Tuesday, April 30th 11 a.m. - Noon
Let kids unleash their creativity by creating unique art pieces relating to the wonderful colors of the rainbow! Create a weather craft to celebrate the new season. We will bring the materials if you bring the imagination! Register here.
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Spanish Tiny Tots:
"El Sistema Solar con Ellen"
April 22nd - 4:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
¡Nuestro programa Tiny Tots ahora está disponible en español con Ms. Maya!
¡Esperamos que sus pequeños puedan unirse a nosotros para disfrutar de un divertido cuento seguido por una actividad artesanal! La historia destacada es "El Sistema Solar con Ellen,” por Patty Rodriguez. No necesita hablar español para venir. Esta actividad está diseñada para familias con niños de seis años o menores. Este programa es gratuito.
Register here.
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Tiny Tots:
“The Solar System with Ellen”
April 22nd - 10:15 a.m. - 11 a.m.
We hope your tiny tots can join us for a fun story time with a craft activity after! This month we will be reading "The Solar System with Ellen," by Patty Rodriguez. Take a trip around our solar system with Ellen Ochoa, the first Latina in the world to travel into space. This book introduces little ones to the sun, moon, and planets with simple facts in English and Spanish. Register here.
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City Nature Challenge
Pond Party
April 26th - 10 a.m. - Noon.
Immerse yourself in the wonders of aquatic ecosystems! Join us at Crowder County Park on April 26th for an engaging Pond Study program. Explore the biodiversity of our local ponds, learn about aquatic life, and discover the fascinating world beneath the water's surface. Don't miss this hands-on experience that promises to spark curiosity and appreciation for the environment. This program is part of the NCSciFest. For more information, visit ncsciencefestival.org.
Register here.
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Please note that programs may fill up, but a waitlist is still available. Click the button above to register for our public programs. | |
StoryWalks® at Crowder
Crowder is excited to offer you and your families a wonderful interactive StoryWalk® activity within the park!
Join us for this fun, self-guided activity. This will be located on the Outer Loop Trail, beginning at the park's Bird Garden, which is immediately on the left as you enter the park, across from the park's office.
This wonderful program combines the joy of reading a story while also getting out and enjoying nature. This hike is around 0.8 miles.
April Storywalk®
"Gracie's Ears"
by Debbie Blackington
April 2 - 30
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New to the StoryWalk® concept? Laminated pages from a children's book are attached to signs, which are installed along an outdoor path. As you stroll down the trail, you're directed to the next page in the story. The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, Vermont, and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. StoryWalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. | |
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Crowder Activity Packs
Stop by Crowder County Park and grab a themed activity pack today! These are designed so you and your child can go through the park engaging in some fun, nature-themed activities while learning about a subject of your choice!
The activity packs are located in the park's front office, located on the left after entering the park. Outside of the office are seasonal activity packs you can do if the office is closed.
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Park Picks:
Selfie Stations in the Park!
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Park Surveys:
We Want to Hear from You!
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We want to see YOU in our favorite park spots! Look for the #ParkPicks sign at Crowder County Park, STOP and SNAP a selfie and SHARE it with us using the hashtag #ParkPicks. We can't wait to see your selfies!
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Have you enjoyed a day in the park recently; walked on our trails; enjoyed a family picnic; or simply have something you'd like us to know about? Please select the link below to fill out a short, anonymous survey so we can know what you and our other park visitors are thinking about!
Let us know about your visit.
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JOIN OUR JUNIOR PARK EXPLORERS!
Do you like to explore parks and preserves? Do you like winning prizes? Our Junior Park Explorers program is for you!
Learn more here.
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