Meet some of Grady the Groundhog’s woodland friends or possibly our birds of prey, a Red-tailed hawk and Great Horned Owl, at our daily 2pm Family Animal Encounters! A Park naturalist will explain each animal’s role in our ecosystem, how they came to live at the park and lessons on what we can do to help protect wildlife. Meet at Grady’s Animal Discovery Den for weekday Family Animal Encounters Mon-Fri and at the Outdoor Classroom Sat-Sun. Then, grab a Track Trail brochure at Grady’s Animal Discovery Den and round out the day with a hike along our Great Woodland Adventure trail with 12 interactive education stations. Don’t forget your camera!
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Annual Easter Sunrise Service
****** Gate opens 5-6am for 7am service; no one can be admitted through gate after 6am.
Celebrate the glory of Easter with song, scripture and spiritual music as a spectacular sunrise ascends over Lake Lure. Chimney Rock’s annual Easter Sunrise Service has become a legendary event in WNC, attracting more than 1,000 early risers from around the Southeast each year. This nondenominational event features live music and an inspirational message.
Please note that due to the large number of guests who attend the sunrise service, we must close the gate at 6am so everyone is able to be at the service by 7. No one can be admitted through the gate after 6am.
Guests are invited to eat breakfast at the Old Rock Café and stay to enjoy the Park all day. Admission to the sunrise service is free. Guests who would like to return to the Park after eating breakfast can show their bulletin at the Ticket Plaza to receive free admission for Sunday, March 27. Cost for the Old Rock’s breakfast buffet is $9.99 for adults and $5.99 for children under 10; drinks are not included.
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Waynesville Historic Farmers Market (Summer Market)
Summer Market operates May – October on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8:00am – 12:00 pm.
Winter Market operates every Saturday in November from 10:00am – 1:00pm
YOU’RE INVITED to experience the hometown mountain atmosphere of Western North Carolina’s second largest farmers’ market!! Conveniently located in downtown Waynesville, you’ll enjoy interaction with the area’s premier farmers and other vendors. Monthly “special event” days often feature complimentary lunch/refreshments prepared with seasonal produce. Local musicians volunteer their time to entertain you on Saturdays.
Seasonal fruits & vegetables
Herbs
Artisan & value added products
Mushrooms
Meat (beef, pork, lamb, goat)
Seafood
Baked goods
Fresh eggs
Honey
Landscaping plants
Cut flowers
Medicinal remedies
Compost & garden supplies
Home & body products
Mountain heritage crafts
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Parents’ Night Out to Benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation Trailblaze Challenge (2-9yrs)
Date Night? Shopping & Errands? Evening Hike or Stroll in the Park? …Go For It! We’ve got you covered.
We welcome children ages 2 years to 9 years old.
Minimum donation is $25 for 5 hours of care, $10 for additional siblings. Cash, check or credit card accepted. You can pay in advance or at the door. Contact Sarah or Kate for advance donation options. All proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish foundation.
Pizza, snacks and drinks will be provided. Crafts, games and activities will be available for children, as well.
What is the Make-A-Wish Trailblaze Challenge? Click this link to find out more http://www.kintera.org/faf/home/
Questions or Concerns? Please contact Sarah at smhartnett77@gmail.com
Thank you for your support and generosity in this endeavor.
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Independent Preschooler Drop-In program (3-5yrs)
There is no pre-registration required and no commitment to a particular class. Each class has a set price and you can come as often or as little as you would like.
Mondays @ 4:30pm & 5:30pm
Tuesdays @ 4:30pm & 5:30pm
Wednesdays @ 4:30pm & 5:30pm
Thursdays @ 4:30pm
Fridays @ 11:15am
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Independent Preschooler Drop-In program (3-5yrs)
There is no pre-registration required and no commitment to a particular class. Each class has a set price and you can come as often or as little as you would like.
Mondays @ 4:30pm & 5:30pm
Tuesdays @ 4:30pm & 5:30pm
Wednesdays @ 4:30pm & 5:30pm
Thursdays @ 4:30pm
Fridays @ 11:15am
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Independent Preschooler Drop-In program (3-5yrs)
There is no pre-registration required and no commitment to a particular class. Each class has a set price and you can come as often or as little as you would like.
Mondays @ 4:30pm & 5:30pm
Tuesdays @ 4:30pm & 5:30pm
Wednesdays @ 4:30pm & 5:30pm
Thursdays @ 4:30pm
Fridays @ 11:15am
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Aerial Silks Training Drop-In Class (all ages)
This drop-in class will give you time on the silks as well as strength and conditioning work through obstacle courses and gymnastics apparatus! All ages welcome!!!
Tuesdays: Open Workout @ 11:00am-12:00pm
Fridays: Open Workout @ 11:00am-12:00pm
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Intro Parkour Drop-In Class (8+yrs)
Parkour (Free-running)
This 90-minute class is offered for children over the age of 8 and adults. Parkour is non-competitive and requires physical discipline! Participants run while negotiating obstacles efficiently using only their bodies. This class includes in-door and out-door training.
All first time participants are required to take the 60 minutes Intro Parkour Class ($10) and receive the “go ahead” from the instructor before participating in the experienced class. This class is required to pay the annual registration fee (see registration fee section).
Mondays: Parkour Intro @ 6:30pm and Parkour Intermediate @ 7:30pm
Wednesdays: Parkour Advanced @ 7:30pm
Thursdays: Parkour Intro @ 6:30pm and Parkour Intermediate @ 7:30pm
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Parkour Drop-In Class (8+yrs)
Parkour (Free-running)
This 90-minute class is offered for children over the age of 8 and adults. Parkour is non-competitive and requires physical discipline! Participants run while negotiating obstacles efficiently using only their bodies. This class includes in-door and out-door training.
All first time participants are required to take the 60 minutes Intro Parkour Class ($10) and receive the “go ahead” from the instructor before participating in the experienced class. This class is required to pay the annual registration fee (see registration fee section).
Mondays: Parkour Intro @ 6:30pm and Parkour Intermediate @ 7:30pm
Wednesdays: Parkour Advanced @ 7:30pm
Thursdays: Parkour Intro @ 6:30pm and Parkour Intermediate @ 7:30pm
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