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WAKE, NC · WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2026 · PARKS & REC

Intro to Invasive Species

Want to learn about common invasive species in the state of North Carolina?

FreeparkseducationRegistration required

Books, a notebook, and a desk lamp, woodcut illustration

Fig. 01 — Crowder County Park, Cardinal Shelter

About the event

Want to learn about common invasive species in the state of North Carolina? Join a park naturalist and study what makes these species "invasive," how they arrived in our area, and how to identify and treat a variety of different invasives. Please bring a water bottle and closed-toed shoes, as this program will involve some walking outdoors. For ages 10 & up. Registration is required. Meet at the Cardinal Shelter, the first shelter on your right near the upper parking lot. FREE.

Schedule: Aug 5, 2026 Wednesday from 9:30am to 10:30am

Duration: 1 hour

Ages: 9 yrs +,

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