Program Requests

Many groups seeking an educational  field trip at the park request the "Peek into Ponds" lesson to take advantage of Crowder's pond habitat. For younger children, the "Alphabet Hike" is a popular program where children take a guided tour around the pond in search of natural wonders that start with different letters of the alphabet. Other topics include "Build a Beaver," "Insect Lives," "The Water Cycle," "Meet Maize, our Corn Snake," "Turtles," "Habitat Hike" and "Discovery Hike." Park staff will try to accommodate any environmental topic and can tailor a program to meet your needs.

Program Fees and Availability
The fee for a group program is $25 per program hour per staff. Larger groups (more than 15) may need to divide up into smaller groups in order to best engage and instruct each participant and receive a quality program. A teacher or group leader may help with the program to keep the cost down. All group programs are subject to date and staff availability.

Registration
To schedule or check on the availability of a group program, contact the park office at 919-662-2850 or the Assistant Park Manager at 662-2852. Information regarding program topic, class size and age, as well as contact information, will be required. Registration can be completed in person at the office or by phone. Payment must be received prior to the program – a due date will be provided.