TLC Events and Outings - 2010

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Events

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September 25, 9 a.m.

Haw River Paddle

Join TLC and The Haw River Canoe and Kayak Co. for a leisurely paddle behind the Bynum Dam. In 2006, land on both sides of the Haw River upstream of the dam at Highway 15-501 in Bynum was added to the Haw Slopes State Natural Area because of its biological and ecological significance. A diversity of habitats includes rich forested slopes, islands, rock outcrops and wetlands. Both rare and ancient plants are found along the shore. Great blue heron, belted kingfishers, Canada geese, red-tail hawks and eagles are commonly seen while paddling. Occasionally, deer, beaver and muskrats present themselves. The flatwater upstream of the dam is especially well suited for both the beginner paddler and anyone interested in nature. Parents paddling with children find the experience particularly gratifying.

To register, please contact The Haw River Canoe and Kayak Co. online or call 336-260-6465. The cost for this trip is $25 per person.

October 2, 10 a.m.

Deep River/Endor Iron Furnace Paddle

Join TLC and Frog Hollow on this ever-popular paddle trip past the remarkable remains of the Endor Iron Furnace. Those who think of Chatham County only as an agricultural Eden may be shocked to learn that here in the heart of North Carolina the hopes and dreams (and schemes) of 19th century industrialists played out. Played out, literally, when the iron ore veins at Buckhorn withered. Yes, it may be hard to believe but at one time in the mid-1800s Pittsboro was on its way to being the Pittsburgh of the South.

We'll paddle the flat waters of the Deep from Deep River Park to 15-501, along the way hearing the fascinating stories of coal mines (and coal mine disasters), iron smelting, and the decades long attempt to turn the Deep into a watery super highway. Along the way we'll stop for a lunch and look and learn visit to the Endor Iron Furnace.

To register, please contact Frog Hollow Outdoors online or call 919-949-4315. The cost for this trip is $25 per person for TLC members; $35 per person for non-TLC members with a complimentary TLC trial membership.

November 19, 7 p.m.
Moonlight Hike at Johnston Mill

Hey, night owls! Join Chris Chao for this nocturnal look at nature by the light of the full moon at Johnston Mill Nature Preserve in Orange County. Please bring a flashlight and leave your pets at home. More information and registration coming soon.

Trail Workdays

Go to the TrailCrew page for more information about TLC workdays.

Reid Garden Activities

Reid Garden Workdays take place the second Saturday of each month. Help keep this beautiful native wildflower garden in Raleigh in good shape through the seasons while learning new gardening techniques. Contact Amy Mackintosh (781-6067 or by ) or Julia Mackintosh (571-3542) for more information.

Volunteers reap more than they sow at Reid Garden

Friends of the Reid Garden meet the first Sunday of each month, except in January, July, and August, for field trips and talks related to native plants and conservation gardening. To find out more about the Friends of the Reid Garden, please contact Amy Mackintosh at 781-6067 or by .