New River State Park June Free Events

New River State Park June 2017

"100 Mile" Challenge Hike Sat, June 10th - 10:00am

New river state park 221 visitor center / River Run, Hickory trail

Need to add a few miles to your log? Join a State Ranger at the visitor center off of highway 221 in the New River State Park for a 2.4 mile hike. We will enjoy the beautiful weather and talked about what nature is up to during this season. It is recommended to where sturdy shoes and bring a water bottle.
What is the "100 Mile" Challenge? Please visit https://nc100miles.org for more information.

Wildflower Hike Sat, June 10th - 2:00pm

Wagoner Access
Join a ranger for a 1 mile hike along the New River and in search of June wildflowers, ferns, and trees.

Wear good walking shoes and bring a bottle of
water. Feel free to bring your camera as well, to capture the beauty, and leave it for others to enjoy.

Wonderful Wacky Water Critters Sun, June 11th - 10:00am

Wagoner Access

Meet a park ranger for hands on search for aquatic insects in the New River. This program uses citizen science to calculate the health of the Gem of Ashe County. Come prepared to get wet and wear sturdy water shoes. Just a little math required. Meet at the contact station of Wagoner Access.

Slithering Snakes! Sat, June 17th - 10:00am

221 Access Visitor Center

Meet a park ranger to learn lots of things about snakes. We will talk about the common snakes of the High Country & the difference between venomous & non-venomous snakes.

"100 Mile" Challenge Hike Sat, June 17th - 2:00pm

Wagoner Access

Need to add a few miles to your log? Join a State Ranger at the Wagoner Access for a 2.4 mile hike. We will enjoy the beautiful weather and talked about what nature is up to during this season. It is recommended to where sturdy shoes and bring a water bottle.
What is the "100 Mile" Challenge? Please visit https://nc100miles.org for more information.
Guided Canoe Trip Sun, June 18th - 2:00pm

Hwy 221 Access - Lower Parking Area

Canoe the New River with a park ranger and learn the history of the river, and basic canoe instruction while you enjoy a leisurely trip down the river. Please wear clothing and shoes suitable for the water and be aware that the water temperature is cooler than the air. We will meet at New River State Park's Hwy 221 Access lower parking area. Don't forget to log your canoe trip, if you are working towards you 100 miles in the 100 mile challenge. For more information about the 100 mile challenge please go to www.nc100mile.org

Space is limited and reservations are required. There is a small fee per person to cover the cost of shuttle service.

Call 336.982.2587 to reserve your space.

Jr. Ranger Camp Mon, June 19th - June 22nd

221 Access Area Visitor Center

Explore, learn and help out your state parks! Activities are geared for children ages 6-12 and includeenvironmental education, interpretation of the area?s natural resources, and responsible recreation. JuniorRangers help park rangers take care of the park's natural resources, follow park rules to stay safe and teach their friends and family what they learn about the park and natural world.
We will meet at the 221 Access Visitor Center from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. each day. Please bring a packed lunch, bottled water and be prepared to get wet.

Space is limited to 10 participants, so please call the park at 336-982-2587 for more information and to sign up.

Wildflower Hike Sat, June 24th - 10:00am

Wagoner Access
Join a ranger for a 1 mile hike along the New River and in search of June wildflowers, ferns, and trees.

Wear good walking shoes and bring a bottle of
water. Feel free to bring your camera to capture natures beauty and leave it for others to enjoy.

Leave it to Beavers Sat, June 24th - 2:00pm

221 Access Lower Parking lot

Join a park ranger to learn about natures "dam builders"...the good...the hazards...and their role in the eco- system of our forests and waterways. There will be a short hike to look at beaver signs. Please bring water, and dress for the weather.

Guided Canoe Trip Sun, June 25th - 2:00pm

Hwy 221 Access - Lower Parking Area

Canoe the New River with a park ranger and learn the history of the river, and basic canoe instruction while you enjoy a leisurely trip down the river. Please wear clothing and shoes suitable for the water and be aware that the water temperature is cooler than the air. We will meet at New River State Park's Hwy 221 Access lower parking area. Don't forget to log your canoe trip, if you are working towards you 100 miles in the 100 mile challenge. For more information about the 100 mile challenge please go to www.nc100mile.org

Space is limited and reservations are required. There is a small fee per person to cover the cost of shuttle service.

Call 336.982.2587 to reserve your space.