SCNP: Trails Day - Bike the Little Sugar Creek Greenway
2026-06-06 09:30 - 11:30 UTC
In celebration of the American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day, explore a local greenway by bike. Little Sugar Creek Greenway (Leitner Drive/Pineville, NC) is a mostly flat, paved path through the woods. We’ll look and listen for wildlife as we bike about 6 miles. Participants must bring their own bikes for the program. Meets at 9800 Leitner Dr, Pineville, NC 28134

National Trails Day Hike at Medoc Mountain State Park
2026-06-06 10:00 - 11:00
June 6th at 10:00am.
Celebrate National Trails Day by hiking with a ranger. Meet at the picnic shelter. We will be hiking the Little Fishing Creek Trail (1.5 miles).

Science of the Trails Hike
2026-06-06 10:00 - 11:30
Have you ever wondered why your favorite trails go where they go? Or how they were built? Celebrate National Trails Day with a guided hike around the first loop of the SCNC trail system. Together we’ll explore the history of trails and the surprising engineering that goes into creating and maintaining them.

Jun 6, 2026

Sat10:00 AM – 11:15 AM

Public parking available at nature center.
For program or registration questions, contact Stevens Creek Nature Center. Click the ‘Contact Us’ link above to email or call 980-314-2526.

SCNP: Trails Day Trash Clean Up
2026-06-06 10:00 - 12:00
National Trails Day® is your chance to get outdoors, connect with your community, and give back to the trails you love. This year, we’re empowering everyone to become trail stewards on any trail, anywhere. Join American Hiking in celebrating our shared passion for the outdoors while inspiring your community to leave the trails better than we found them. Together, we can make an impact, removing trash from McAlpine Creek Park! This service day is suitable for ages 10+ and can count towards required service hours for school/work.
Meet at McAlpine Creek Park (8711 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28212). Bring your own work/gardening gloves; other materials provided. If you need signatures for proof of community service hours, please bring any required papers.
This program is for Ages 10 and up and it is Free.

National Trails Day Celebration
2026-06-06 10:00 - 15:00
Saturday, June 6
National Trails Day Celebration
Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Cost: Included with Park admission.

Hike our 6 unique trails, and join naturalists throughout the day to learn more about the Park’s history, flora, and fauna. This event is open to anyone, and is included with Park admission. Other partner organizations will be present with booths and demonstrations.

Reserve your tickets online at ChimneyRockPark.com, or purchase at the ticket plaza when you arrive. Booths will be set up in the top parking lot of the Park, as well as guided hikes throughout the day.

Family Fun Day at Salmon Creek
2026-06-06 11:00 - 14:00
Come experience a special opportunity to visit not-yet-open Salmon Creek State Natural Area. This America 250-themed event will feature local organizations from Bertie County and NC State Parks’ Big Canoes so that you can paddle on the creek. (PDFs are available in a variety of sizes.) Learn about the local plants and wildlife, the historical significance of Salmon Creek, and try your hand at some colonial games!

National Trails Day Scavenger Hunt
2026-06-06 14:30 - 17:30
Saturday, June 6, 2026 2:30pm to 5:30pm
Get outside for National Trails Day! Meet a ranger at Boone Fork Parking Area (milepost 299.9 on the Blue Ridge Parkway) and grab a trail scavenger hunt to complete on Nuwati Trail. This 3.0 mile out-and-back easy to moderate hike leads to a beautiful view of Storyteller’s Rock, but can you find where all the pictures were taken as you hike along?
This is a self-guided hike, please wear appropriate hiking shoes and dress for the weather.
There are no bathrooms at Boone Fork Parking Area.
Contact: Grant Fletcher, grandfather.mountain@ncparks.gov

We Hike to Heal
2026-06-07 09:00 - 13:00
Our mission at We Hike to Heal is to build an inclusive community that normalizes self care, creates a sacred space for healing and adventure, and prioritizes the mental and emotional wellbeing of all women. Because we believe that when women thrive, the world thrives.
This is the third event of 2026 in a series of FREE mindful hikes for women. The hikes will increase in mileage and elevation throughout the summer. Come to one hike or join us for all! We welcome all fitness levels. Our goal is to enjoy the journey.
This hike features the Pink Beds Loop in Pisgah National Forest. We’ll hike, stop for a guided meditation, hike a bit more, then pause for some mindful moments and journaling by the creek before returning to the trailhead.
This loop trail is rated as beginner, 3.2 miles round trip with 337 feet of elevation change.

Bird ID Walk
2026-06-08 17:30 - 19:00
Curious about what is flying overhead? Join the Piedmont Bird Club for a leisurely walk through Cairn’s Course on the Downtown Greenway to learn all about the basics of birding on Monday, June 8, from 5:30-7 pm.

Sunrise to Starlight at Mattamuskeet
2026-06-13 08:00 - 20:00
Join us for Sunrise to Starlight at Mattamuskeet, a full day of outdoor exploration and discovery at the Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge and Mattamuskeet Lodge. Guests can begin the day with guided sunrise and morning tours focused on birdwatching, observing wildlife, and experiencing the beauty of the sunrise over Lake Mattamuskeet. Self-guided trail maps will also be available for visitors who would like to explore the refuge at their own pace.
As the day winds down, participants can enjoy a sunset “Last Light Hike” followed by a special nighttime hike to experience the sights and sounds of nature after dark. Members of the Mattamuskeet Lodge Society will also be on site throughout the day to share the rich history of the iconic Mattamuskeet Lodge and discuss future restoration plans. While lodge tours are not expected to be available, we are hopeful visitors will be able to witness the beginning stages of its exciting restoration.
Parking will be available at both Mattamuskeet Wildlife Refuge and Mattamuskeet Lodge. Kayak rentals will take place in the small yellow building next Mattamuskeet Lodge.

National Get Outdoors Day
2026-06-13 10:00 - 15:00
This national holiday celebrates our favorite thing to do… get outdoors! Look for our discovery stations as you hike and learn some cool trail information and history from our naturalists.

Bike the Asheville butterfly Trail
2026-06-14 10:00 - 12:00
Learn about pollinator conservation on a family-friendly no-drop group ride along the Asheville Butterfly Trail.
The Asheville Butterfly Trail took flight in the summer of 2024, just in time for Hurricane Helene to test its wings! Five Trail stations have been installed throughout Buncombe County with at least five more planned.
At each of the three stations we visit, we will stop to learn about the butterfly on display and have the opportunity to take photos with the giant wings.
The entire route will be approximately 8.3 miles, all paved surfaces (view the route here!). The longest section between stops will be approximately 3.4 miles. Bring your water, sunscreen, helmet, and a friend! No registration necessary.

A Hikers journey on the Pacific Crest Trail
2026-06-16 19:00 - 20:30
Join NCWF Swannanoa Valley WILD! and Highland Farms as they welcome NCWF Conservation Coordinator, Luke Bennett. In 2024, Luke decided to run away from responsibilities and thru-hike the 2,650 mile Pacific Crest Trail heading Southbound from Canada to Mexico. Along the way he experienced stunning landscapes, close encounters with wildlife (including a near death experience with a grouse), and approximately 10 million blisters. Beyond a walk in the woods, the PCT brought to light the importance of prioritizing time outside with friends and family, the necessity to protect public lands, the overwhelming kindness of strangers, the subtle art of hitchhiking, the struggle of being away from home, and the beauty of a properly topped bowl of oatmeal. Join us with your favorite trail snack as we pack an adventure of a lifetime into one hour!

Upper French Broad River Fest
2026-06-20 10:00 - 15:00
The Transylvania French Broad Stewards, the Town of Rosman, Conserving Carolina, and Headwaters Outfitters are joining up again to put on the 11th annual Upper French Broad Riverfest! We invite residents and visitors to come spend a fun day celebrating the river!
Join us at Champion Park in Rosman, NC for a free, family-friendly festival with live local music, hands-on educational activities from many local businesses including, MountainTrue, Mills River Partnership, Earthshine Nature Programs, Transylvania County Library, The Cindy Platt Boys and Girls Club of Transylvania County, Oxbow River Snorkeling, Colonial Acres Farms, Pisgah Chapter of Trout Unlimited, Pisgah River Rangers, Friends of the Ecusta Trail, face painting, Land of Sky Clean Vehicles Coalition and Blue Ridge EV Club, Hemlock Restoration Initiative, Gaia Herbs, Waterfall Keepers of NC, Friends of Gorges State Park, Blue Ridge Audubon, Brevard Sustainability Council, NC Cooperative Extension of Transylvania County, Brevard Clay, FIND Outdoors, and more!
All of our hosts/partners will have interactive displays and educational opportunities related to the French Broad River and the plants and animals that call this region home! There will be free tubing for everyone, food trucks, and more! Don’t forget your swimsuit and towel!

Chatham Celebrates America 250: Cumulative Celebration
2026-06-27 10:00 - 14:00
July 4, 2026, marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Join Chatham Celebrates America 250 in recognizing the Semi quincentennial during our Cumulative Celebration on Sat, Jun 27, 2026, 10am-2pm. Admission is free. Together, we’ll remember the events that have shaped our history, reflect on the present, and envision a promising future for the next generation.
Festivities will include live music and performances, food trucks, vendors, displays and demonstrations, activities for children, and much more. If you are interested in participating, volunteering or getting involved in other ways, please contact Lindsay Ray at lindsay.ray@chathamcountync.gov or 919-545-8302.
This free, family-friendly event takes place indoors at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center (CCACC). Shuttle services will be provided by Chatham Transit. CCACC is an ADA-compliant space, featuring wheelchair-accessible parking, entrances, shared spaces, and walkways. Since most of the festivities will take place indoors, this event will not be pet friendly. Please leave your furry friends at home. Service animals are welcome.
See more America 250 events. Learn more on the Chatham Celebrates America 250 Microsite. See more events at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center.

Nature Journaling
2026-06-29 17:30 - 19:00
Reflect on the beauty of nature and use your senses to guide you, as you remark on what’s around you while Nature Journaling. A notebook and other materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your own supplies if you’d like! Parking is located along Prescott Street.

4th International Summit on Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering(ISCSEE2026)
2026-07-23 09:30 - 2026-07-25 18:30
Spectrum Conferences cordially invites you to its 4th International Summit on Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering (ISCSEE2026), which is going to be held in Prague, Czech Republic during July 23-25, 2026.
iscsee@spectrumconferences.com
For more details regarding International Summit on Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering 2026 please go through the links
Website URL: https://civilengineering.spectrumconferences.com/
Registration URL: https://civilengineering.spectrumconferences.com/registration
Contact URL: https://civilengineering.spectrumconferences.com/contact
Abstract Submission URL: https://civilengineering.spectrumconferences.com/abstract-submission
Sponsorship: https://civilengineering.spectrumconferences.com/sponsorship
Brochure:https://spectrumconferences.com/cms/pdfs/ISCSEE2026-brochure.pdf
Program:https://www.spectrumconferences.com/cms/pdfs/ISCSEE2026-tentative-program.pdf

Appalachian Trail Slackpacking Trip
2026-08-21 09:00 - 2026-11-15 17:00
If you’ve ever thought about joining one of our AT Backpacking Trips but aren’t sure about camping, this trip is for you! Hike some of our favorite sections of the AT as day hikes, then return to our Appalachian Trail-er bunkhouse each night to sleep. Each day, we’ll hike approximately 6-8 miles over mostly rolling terrain with a couple of challenging uphill sections. Enjoy great views from Rich Mountain Firetower and Lovers Leap and get a taste for Appalachian hiking!

Take It to the Trails: Backpacking Basics
2026-09-02 17:00 - 18:30
Fall is the perfect time to hit the trail, and this beginner-friendly program is designed to help you take the first step. Take it to the Trails: Backpacking Basics introduces the world of backpacking in a fun, relaxed, and supportive environment. Join us Wednesday, September 2 from 5:00 pm- 6:30 pm at Cairn’s Course (501 Guilford Avenue) to dive into the basics of backpacking. All experience levels welcome!

Urban Foraging
2026-09-10 17:30 - 18:30
Discover the hidden flavors of the city! Join us on Thursday, September 10 from 5:30 – 6:30 pm for an outdoor urban foraging class at the local public orchard, Meeting Place at the Tradition Cornerstone (801 W. Smith St.), where we’ll explore edible plants right off the greenway and learn sustainable foraging techniques by a local professor.

We would recommend bringing something to takes notes with so you don’t forget key indicators for plants!

Parking is located along Prescott Street. There are no public restrooms at this site.

Table Rock Ultras 50/30k
2026-09-19 07:00 - 17:00
Table Rock Ultras 50k/30k is one of the most scenic and popular races in the Southeast!!! What better way to spend a day than running through the beautiful Pisgah National Forest and up to the summit of Table Rock Mountain in the Linville Gorge!
Our start/finish host is the family-friendly Steele Creek Park and Campground, which makes for an awesome base camp. Proceeds benefit the Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, a 1,000+ mile trail that connects western and eastern North Carolina, and scenic places in between, including part of both courses! This race is permitted through the US Forest Service – Grandfather Ranger District.
Registration is open! Sign up fast cause this race will sell out! Sold out in as early as three days in past years!!!

NC the Beautiful: Dan River Cleanup
2026-10-17 09:00 - 12:00
Celebrate Great Trails State Day by giving back to one of North Carolina’s designated State Trails! Join volunteers as we remove litter from the Dan River and surrounding river access areas, helping protect wildlife, improve water quality, and keep the river beautiful for paddlers, anglers, and future generations. This cleanup is part of North Carolina the Beautiful, the America 250 NC statewide cleanup initiative celebrating stewardship of our state’s natural and cultural resources. Whether you’re on the water or along the shoreline, every helping hand makes a difference.

Monster Dash
2026-10-17 11:00 - 13:00
The Cape Fear Flyers run in the trails of Carolina Beach State Park year round and we are excited each year to invite youth cross country teams from across the state and our running community to enjoy the trails of the state park we love so much.
The Monster Dash starts with a youth cross country meet with trail runs at 2K, 3K, and 4K. The last event of the morning is a 5K for the 15-18 age division and the community.
Registration opens on June 1, 2026

Glow in the Park 5K and Concert
2026-10-17 16:00 - 21:00
Surry Country Parks and Recreation and Surry County Health and Nutrition Center are excited to partner and host the Fourth Annual Glow in the Park 5K at Fisher River Park on October 17th. This will be a glow in the dark 5K where the trails at Fisher River Park will be lit up with blacklights, glow paint and glow balloons. Participants will have the opportunity to deck themselves out in glow in the dark paint and glow sticks for the race. This will be an evening of fun so bring the whole family out to run or walk. Prior to the race there will be inflatable games, hayrides, pumpkin carving, and many more fun activities available for everyone.There will be a FREE concert by Runaway Train from 7:00pm-9:00pm at the amphitheater.
