On the Trail to Health
Saturday, June 15, from 1–4 p.m.
White Oak Parking Area – 1305 White Oak Church Road, Apex
Wake County’s American Tobacco Trail invites the entire family to an event celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the trail by promoting healthy lifestyles, physical fitness and local foods! Park staff and volunteers will lead visitors in a number of activities including a Scavenger Hunt for kids, fun crafts and games. Bring your bike to decorate and then ride in our Bike Parade at 3 p.m.!
Local organizations and businesses will be on hand to offer additional activities and information. Come out and see what they have to share!
N.C. Horse Council
i9 Sports
Western Wake Farmers’ Market
Karen Tiede Hooping
One Heart Yoga
TGA of Western Wake County
2Cups GreenTea Hawaii
GetGoingNC
ParkGeek.com
Raleigh Area Disc Golfers
North Carolina Geocachers Organization
Local Yogurt Food Truck will be on site with delicious frozen yogurt for sale!
The event takes place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather or for more information, call 919-387-2117.
Advance registration is required for all programs.
To register, complete and sign the registration form and return it with payment (made out to Wake County Parks) by mail or bring by the park office. Payment and registration form must be received to confirm your spot in a program. For more information and to check availability about the following programs, contact the park office at 919-387-2117 or email
harris.lake@wakegov.com.
Trail Treks
(for children ages 5 and up w/adult)
Trek your way to the Trail each month for a fun and exciting new family series! We’ll learn more about the natural world while solving puzzles and playing games, completing scavenger hunts and racing through obstacle courses. Bring the family along to discover the wild possibilities at the American Tobacco Trail!
This series is for ages 5 and up w/adult. $5/family.
Meet at the New Hill Parking Area – 1309 New Hill-Olive Chapel Road, Apex.
The Five Senses
Thursday, June 20, 2–3 p.m.
How can we use our senses to discover more about nature? Join us to find out how to touch, hear, see, smell and even taste the outdoors!
Family Programs
Unless otherwise noted, these programs are open to all ages and meet at either the White Oak Parking Lot or New Hill Parking Lot. Check the program description for location!
Please register at least 2 days in advance! Fee: $5/family or $3/individual |
Check back soon for more fun programs this summer!