Recreation
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Hikes
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Day Trips
Carrboro Recreation and Parks trips for adults are known
for their fine company, back road ambling, and interest-piquing
destinations. Take advantage of a one-day outing and
leave the driving to someone else! All trips are geared
for adults. Transportation is by van, departing from
Carrboro Town Hall. Admission is included in fee for
all venues.
Pre-registration is required for all trips and opens
May 5. Register at the Carrboro Recreation
and Parks offices located in the Carrboro Century Center.
All return times are approximate. Please inquire regarding
wheelchair accessibility.
GOLDEN
TRAILS SERIES
This adult oriented walking group gets you out and about
on local trails. Transportation from a central point
is offered or individuals can meet or follow us to the
trailhead. Binoculars are always encouraged. Water is
always a must bring! As with any exercise, your physician's
recommendation for your participation is encouraged.
Please feel free to call Dana Hughes at 918-7372
to find out more specific trail difficulty information
so that you can make a good choice. Pre-registration
required for all trips.
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
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Day Trips
Durham Bulls
Game
State Farmers
Market Raleigh
Ave Gardner
Museum
Golden
Trails Series
West Point on
the Eno
Evening Frog
Walk
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Durham Bulls Game |
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Spend the afternoon watching the Durham Bulls take
on the Richmond Braves. Your cost includes reserved
seating under the shelter and transportation to the
stadium. Don't forget money for hot dogs, peanuts and
a drink!
Ages: 18 & up
4394
Wednesday, June 4 11:45am-5:00pm
Fee: $13
Location: Parking Lot Town Hall
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Farmers Market - Raleigh |
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More than fresh vegetables! The State Farmers Market
is considered one of the best and most modern markets
in the U.S., enjoy 75 acres of indoor and outdoor specialty
shops; restaurants; garden center; fruits, vegetables
and gift products from across the state.
Ages: 18 & up
4395
Thursday, July 24 9:00pm-1:00pm
Fee: $8
Location: Parking Lot Town Hall
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Ave Gardner Museum |
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Visit The Ava Gardner Museum and the Johnson County
Heritage Center. The Ava Gardner Museum is home to an
incredible collection of scripts, photos, costumes,
and personal belongings of screen legend Ava Gardner.
The Heritage Center has become known as one of the best
equipped facilities in the country for studying local
history and genealogy.
Ages: 18 & up
4396
Tuesday, August 19 10:00am-4:00pm
Fee: $15
Location: Parking Lot Town Hall
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Point on the Eno |
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West Point on the Eno,
a natural and historic city park, is located along a two-mile
stretch of the Eno River in Durham. The 388 acres of woods,
waters, and wildlife have changed little in the centuries
since this area was the home of the Shocco and Eno Indians.
This scenic park is home to the West Point Mill and other
historic buildings which we will be touring as well as
established trails along the river. These trails contain
some rocky terrain with variety of ferns, flowers and
shrubs indigenous to the mountains. Please bring a lunch
to enjoy!
Ages: 18 & up
4424
Thursday, June 9 9:30am-1:30pm
Fee: $3
Location: Parking Lot Town Hall
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Evening Frog Walk |
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This summer
walk along the American Tobacco Trail will find us listening
for the mating calls of various frogs and toads of North
Carolina as they begin their evening chorus. Keep your
ears open for the deep "Jug O' Rum" of the bullfrog
and the plaintive "Wahhh" of the Fowler's toad.
We will also enjoy the beautiful sunset and the last birdsong
of the night on this flat trail on high ground. We will
travel by van to the New Hill-Olive Chapel trailhead.
Ages: 18 & up
4425
Thursday, July 8 6:30pm-9:00pm
Fee: $3
Location: Parking Lot Town Hall
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