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Hike with a Naturalist

Date: Fri, Sep 4, 2026

Time: Fri., 9:30-11am

Venue: Historic Yates Mill County Park - park office., Raleigh

Price: Free

Category: Family

Join a park naturalist on a guided hike to explore the park and learn about the plants and animals that live here! Come prepared to hike at least a mile on natural-surfaced trails by wearing closed-toe shoes and bringing a full water bottle. Registration required; you can sign up online up until the day before the hike, or sign up in person on the day of the hike if space allows.

Raleigh Mom Club — Raleigh, NC

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Hike with a Naturalist

“Register online by Thursday night to secure your spot before it fills up.”

When
This Friday
Fri, Sep 4, 2026
Fri., 9:30-11am
Ages
All ages
Price
Free
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Hike with a Naturalist
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Schedule

Hike with a Naturalist runs Fri, Sep 4, 2026, Fri., 9:30-11am.

Getting There

Historic Yates Mill County Park - park office. is at 4620 Lake Wheeler Rd., Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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What to Bring

  • Sunscreen and water bottles — this one's outdoors
  • A blanket or low chairs for staking out a spot

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