Park Pals at Carolina Beach State Park
A monthly program (3rd Tuesday) for adults with disabilities to explore and learn about our local plants and animals at Carolina Beach State Park! Activities include hiking, seine netting for wildlife in the water, animal and plant ID, nature talks, citizen science projects, and chats with CBSP's Education Ranger, Marissa Blackburn.
*Meetings will be cancelled 24 hours prior if weather is unsafe*
When: Third Tuesday of the month 2:30-4:30pm
Where: Carolina Beach State Park
(1010 State Park Rd, Carolina Beach, NC 28428)
What to bring: Water, snacks, sunscreen, bug spray, jacket/sweatshirt
What to wear: Closed-toe shoes and clothes that can get dirty,
pants recommended
*Sign up highly encouraged in order to receive communications about the program*
See further below for schedule and program agreements.
Saturday, May 9th
Smith Creek Park
Upcoming Sessions
Tuesday, Oct 20th
*Meet at Visitor Center*
Focus: Meet CBSP!
We will learn about the unique ecosystems, animals, and plants that live in the park. We will do a short hike to start to learn the trails of the park.
Tuesday, Nov 17th
*Meet at marina*
Focus: Meet the Cape Fear River!
We will explore the shores of the river to learn how important it is to the animals, plants, and humans that live near it. Erin and the Education Ranger will use a seine net to show everyone the animals that live in the water.
Tuesday, Dec 15th
*DETAILS COMING SOON!*
Tentative Schedule
This is the general flow of the program that may be adjusted to best fit the needs and interests of the group.
Participants do not need to stay for the entirety of the program or participate in every activity.
2:30-2:45pm: Participants Arrive
2:45-3:00pm: Introductions, Agreements, and Schedule Chat
3:00-3:45pm: Nature Learning
3:45-4:15pm: Nature Activity
4:15pm-4:30pm: Closing Chat
4:30pm: Say goodbye!
Program Agreements
The purpose of these agreements is to keep everyone SAFE.
We will go over these before each meeting and offer support for participants who need assistance.
Stay with the group
Stay on the trail
Ask before touching plants or creatures
Take a break before you are tired
Drink water before you are thirsty
Let someone know if you need anything
Be kind to fellow humans AND nature!
Cost for Park Pals:
$5/session
*This cost includes participant AND their staff/caregiver*
*Payment can be made the day of in cash, Venmo (@landtosearectherapy),
or by credit card when you sign up*
*Sign up highly encouraged in order to receive communications about the program*
Contact me below if you have any questions, comments, or concerns about
Park Pals at Carolina Beach State Park!