For a printout of Crowder District Park's upcoming programs and events, please refer to our quarterly program bulletins below.
The January–March 2014 program listings and newsletter are coming soon!
The following programs are offered at Crowder District Park,
4709 Ten Ten Road, Apex. 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 the programs.
For more information about the following programs, contact the park at 919-662-2850 or email
crowderdistrictpark@wakegov.com.
Nature Families
A weekday program that is fun for the whole family! For all ages; fee: $5/family. Preregistration required.
More offerings coming soon!
Preschool children with accompanying adult(s) discover the natural world through stories, hands-on nature activities, games, crafts and guided outdoor exploration. Meet at the Park Pavilion. For ages 3–5. Fee: $4 for each program or 3 programs for $10. Preregistration is required.
More offerings coming soon!
In these programs, kids will discover the natural world through hikes, hands-on nature activities, outdoor exploration, games and crafts. Meet at the Park Pavilion. For ages 6–9. Fee: $4 for each program or 3 programs for $10. Preregistration is required.
More offerings coming soon!
Family Features
Sunday Programs for Busy Families. For all ages; $5/family.
Winter Wrap Up
Sunday, December 15, 2–3 p.m.
Winter is a great time to explore nature at the park! Join a naturalist and learn how to identify tracks, explore conifers, and drink pine needle tea. Then observe snow and ice through hands-on science experiments. Don't forget to bring your scarf and mittens! For all ages; fee: $5/family. Preregistration is required.
Kids Get Crafty!
Offered once per quarter
More offerings coming soon!
Weekday Wonders Track Out Days
Join us for one, two or all three days. Children in Grades K–5 will participate in curriculum-correlated activities, both together and by grade level. This program is great for year-round students and for homeschool students who want to learn science in a hands-on setting. Preregistration is required.
More offerings coming soon!
Crowder by Night
More offerings coming soon!
Family Pond Studies
Meet on the pond boardwalk for a fun and educational study of life in Crowder Pond! Drop-in wayside program. For all ages; Free! Preregistration is not required.
Check back in the spring for more pond study dates.
Discovery boxes are packaged lesson plans intended for use by teachers or parents who wish to educate a group of children without requesting a program through the office. These boxes are available at the office and must be signed out for use. Discovery boxes are also available on a first-come, first-served basis.