Cape Lookout National Seashore invites the public to join park staff on Saturday, Aug. 20, at the Harkers Island Visitor Center, as we celebrate “Your National Park Day." Scouts, home-school groups, and other organizations are asked to call ahead to help us plan for your group.
National Parks belong to all Americans. They are here for the enjoyment of the present and the future generations. Exploring national parks is best done on foot. So come join a ranger on an interactive walk; then learn about the various jobs that are involved with caring for our National Parks.
Take a Hike - The best way to enjoy a national park is to take a hike
Looking for wildlife, using our scavenger hunt list to see what you can find
Ranger Stories - Listen to stories about park ranger while enjoying your picnic lunch
Take a Hike - The best way to enjoy a national park is to take a hike
Looking for wildlife, using our scavenger hunt list to see what you can find
Bells and Whistles - Get an inside look at the boats and vehicle used by the Law Enforcement Rangers
10:00 - 11:00
11:00 - 12:00
12:30 - 1:00
1:00 - 2:00
2:00 - 3:00
3:00 - 4:00
Be a Ranger - Dress up as one of the many types of park employees and learn about the different jobs
All Day
Kite Making - The ever present wind of Cape Lookout is a great place to fly kites, bring your own or make one of ours.
All Day
Seaside Crafts - Nature provides supplies to make fun and challenging crafts to take home
All Day
Ranger Photo Op - Ever want to be a ranger? Put your face on the body and get your picture taken
All Day
Cast and Catch - Practice your aim while casting for plastic fish
All Day
Source: U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service