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WAKE, NC · SUNDAY, MAY 17, 2026 · PARKS & REC

O is for Opossum

There is much more than meets the eye when it comes to our State Marsupial!

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

Fig. 01 — New Hill

About the event

There is much more than meets the eye when it comes to our State Marsupial! You’ll learn what makes them unique and important, practice playing ‘possum, and get to see a real opossum mount up close. All participants (adults and children) must be registered. For all ages. Meet at the New Hill parking area at the lower picnic table.

Schedule: May 17, 2026 Sunday from 2pm to 3pm

Duration: 1 hour

Ages: All ages,

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