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Call- (980) 314-7878 to reserve or confirm your reservation
If you had a surprise day off work tomorrow, what would you WANT do? Would you want to kayak on Mt. Island Lake? Hike up Mt. Mitchell? SUP and chill? Marvel at the sensory explosion that is a Full Moon hike? Latta Outdoor Adventures is the group where people just like you come to find out what Outdoor Adventures are being offered RIGHT NOW at Latta Nature Preserve! We will keep you posted on all the programs for age 12 to Adult. Some are FREE meet-ups. Some cost a few bucks. Don’t have your own gear? No problem. That’s why we are here. Book a tour with us and let the Outdoor Recreation Specialists at Latta do the heavy lifting, literally. If you want to meet-up for ANY of our programs call Latta Nature Center to sign up (980)314-7878 or sign up on-line at parkandrec.mecknc.gov (calling is easier plus you get to talk to Courtney or David). Have an idea for an adventure that isn’t on our meet-ups? Tell us what you want to do and let’s do it! You can even book a private program tailored in (almost) any way imaginable. So what are you waiting for? Don’t waste that day off!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Family Survival ChallengeQuest at Latta Nature Preserve, Huntersville, NC
Ages 6 to 15 w/adult – starting at $5
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Test your preparedness for a wilderness adventure and team up with your family or group to complete the survival challenges! Each group of participating children must be accompanied by an adult.Click Here to Register: Link to Register
Not open - Intro to GeocachingQuest at Latta Nature Preserve, Huntersville, NC
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Geocaching is a worldwide scavenger hunt that takes place everywhere! Jump into the basics of geocaching and join a guided hike to find caches within Latta Nature Preserve. Bring your phone or other device with cellular service to use the Geocaching app.
Ages 8+ - FREEClick Here to Register: Link to Register
- Friday Morning Hike -- Gar Creek Parking AreaLatta Nature Preserve, Huntersville, NC
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Stride along the trails of Latta Nature Preserve and observe its quiet magic throughout the seasons. A skilled naturalist volunteer will accompany you to spark your curiosity in nature and answer questions about the neat plants and animals you’ll see.
This is a moderate, brisk hike. Be prepared to cover up to 4 miles in two hours. Hike will start no later than 9:05am at a new location each time.
Meet at the Gar Creek Parking Area.
Ages 18+ - FREE
