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 North Carolina Arbor Day
Arbor Day in North Carolina will be celebrated on March 22nd. This is a great time to plant a tree or just get outside and spend some time in nature. In celebration of Arbor Day, the Alliance for Cape Fear Trees will be at Legion Stadium Pool giving out trees on Saturday, March 9th beginning at 12pm. Some of the trees being distributed are Crape Myrtle, White Oak and American Elm. If you are planning to come, you are encouraged to bring paper bags or containers for free mulch.
This month, The Spotlight is on... Long Leaf Park
Centrally located at 314 Pine Grove Drive, Long Leaf Park is our busiest park. It is home to 4 little league baseball fields, a basketball court for ages 13 and up as well as one for children 12 and under. There is also a dog park with lights, a fitness obstacle course, an outdoor gym, inclusive playground for children ages 2 to 12, a splashpad (open daily May through September), 4 lighted tennis courts, a volleyball area and a 1.55 mile walking trail. Long Leaf also boasts a garden gazebo area which can be used for weddings.
When you are out and about, stop by and check out this awesome park. For more information, please visit our website: NHC Long Leaf Park.
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Hanover Pines Nature Park Ribbon Cutting
After much anticipation, the official ribbon cutting for Hanover Pines Nature Park will take place on Monday, March 18th at 10:30am. We are excited for the opening of the park as we know it will bring much joy to all who visit!
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Trash Mob
The next Trash Mob will take place on Saturday, March 9th along Harris & Gordon Roads. We will park and meet at Parkwood Park. All supplies (trash bags, safety vests, gloves & trash pickers) will be provided. To sign up or for more information, email Hannah Seibert, Environmental Education Coordinator - hseibert@nhcgov.com.
* This event will be canceled if it rains "
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