Urban Tree Selection
2/13/2022-14:0
2/13/2022-0:0
3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap, NC 28668
Meet with a ranger at the Hutchinson Homestead to discuss some of the principles of urban tree selection so that you can select a species by matching its desired characteristics to the conditions of the planting site. Date of Event: Sunday, February 13, 2022 - 2:00pm Start Location: Homestead
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.site/urban-tree-selection/
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February 19, 2022 - 10 am - litter pickup in park - meet at Visitors' Center
2/19/2022-10:0
2/19/2022-18:0
3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap, NC 28668
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https://friendsofstonemountainnc.site/february-19-2022-10-am-litter-pickup-in-park-meet-at-visitors-center-2/
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Valentine Photos at the Base of Stone Mountain
2/19/2022-14:0
2/19/2022-0:0
3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap, NC 28668
Have you ever been to Stone Mountain and wished you had a photo with your Valentine or family? No one around to help you get all the gang in the same photo? Join a Ranger at the base of Stone Mountain and bring YOUR camera or phone to make this happen. Just a quick .5 mile hike up to the base of the mountain. This program will be weather dependent.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.site/valentine-photos-at-the-base-of-stone-mountain/
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Benefits of Prescribed Burning
2/26/2022-14:0
2/26/2022-0:0
3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap, NC 28668
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.site/benefits-of-prescribed-burning/
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Children's Scavenger Hunt
3/20/2022-15:0
3/20/2022-17:0
3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap, NC 28668
Children's Scavenger Hunt Join the ranger at the visitor center for a scavenger hunt to try to find some of plants, animal tracks, and insects that you may come across while hiking in the park.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.site/childrens-scavenger-hunt/
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Spring Hike: Naturally Wonderful Waterfalls
3/27/2022-15:0
3/27/2022-17:0
3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap, NC 28668
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Join a ranger at the upper trailhead parking area for a 1.2 mile moderate out and back hike to the top of Stone Mountain Falls to take a look at the park's largest waterfall and some of the changes since the prescribed burn in 2021. Weather Permitting! Date of Event: Sun, 03/27/2022 - 3:00pm Start Location: Upper Trailhead Parking Area
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.site/spring-hike-naturally-wonderful-waterfalls/
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Tree Planting
4/3/2022-15:0
4/3/2022-17:0
3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap, NC 28668
Start Location: Visitor Center - Join a ranger at the visitor center to learn about the some of the methods used to plant trees to ensure higher success rates and proper tree growth.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.site/tree-planting/
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Rock House Hike
4/21/2022-9:0
4/21/2022-17:0
3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap, NC 28668
Start Location: Upper Trailhead Parking Area - Join a ranger at the upper parking lot for a half mile hike and learn a little about Stone Mountain’s geology. Bring what you need for a steep, slightly off-trail hike. Weather permitting.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.site/rock-house-hike/
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Designated Trout Waters and Regulations
4/23/2022-15:0
4/23/2022-17:0
3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap, NC 28668
Start Location: Visitor Center - Join a ranger at the visitor center to learn more about the designated trout waters and regulations for delayed harvest and wild trout streams located within the park.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.site/designated-trout-waters-and-regulations/
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Urban Tree Water Management
4/24/2022-15:0
4/24/2022-17:0
3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap, NC 28668
Start Location: Hutchinson Homestead - Join a ranger at the Hutchinson Homestead to learn about some of the principles of urban tree water management to learn more about the water use characteristics of trees in the urban landscape to successfully manage trees.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.site/urban-tree-water-management/
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Heads, Hearts, and “Tales” Still Hike
4/27/2022-9:0
4/27/2022-17:0
3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap, NC 28668
Start Location: Garden Creek Church - Join a ranger at Garden Creek Church for a one mile hike to an abandoned still site. Hear some ‘shiner lore and learn a little about the distilling process. Bring water, snacks, good shoes, walking sticks, and whatever else you need for a comfortable, easy hike. Weather permitting.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.site/heads-hearts-and-tales-still-hike/
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How to Tie Your Own Fishing Leader
4/30/2022-15:0
4/30/2022-17:0
3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap, NC 28668
Start Location: Visitor Center - Join a Ranger at the visitor center for a program that will teach you how to tie your own fly fishing leader at a fraction of a cost of buying a tapered leader. The program will last approximately 45 minutes.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.site/how-to-tie-your-own-fishing-leader/
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Volunteer Hike - MST North and Widow's Creek
7/9/2022-13:0
7/9/2022-16:0
3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap, NC 28668
oin us for a Volunteer Hike! 1. Play in the park you love 2. Get to know other Friends members 3. Ongoing projects - Clear trash and debris, report trail conditions 4. Special projects - Park signage research, location tags Trail: MST North and Widow's Creek Difficulty: Strenuous Distance: 7 miles Elevation Change: 1000+ vertical feet - Bring water, snacks, and regular day hiking gear - Meet at the backpacker registration parking lot @ 12.45p-1p - Link to trail descriptions: https://www.ncparks.gov/stone-mountain-state-park/trails
https://www.meetup.com/Friends-of-Stone-Mountain-State-Park-NC/events/285071584?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=share-btn_savedevents_share_modal&utm_source=link
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https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/volunteer-hike-mst-north-and-widows-creek-2/
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What a Park Ranger Does
8/9/2022-9:30
8/9/2022-10:0
Location: Visitor Center
August 9th @ 9:30am What a Park Ranger Does: Join a ranger at the visitor center to learn about the different tasks that a park ranger does while performing their duties to keep the park safe and accessible to park visitors.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/what-a-park-ranger-does/
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The History of Smokey Bear
8/9/2022-15:0
8/9/2022-16:0
Location: Picnic Area
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August 9th @ 3:00pm The History of Smokey Bear: Join a ranger in the picnic area to learn about the history of Smokey Bear and the importance of prescribed burns in the park.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/the-history-of-smokey-bear/
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Crankbaits
8/13/2022-15:0
8/13/2022-16:0
Location: Visitor Center
August 13th @ 3:00pm Crankbaits: Join a ranger at the visitor center to highlight some of the crankbaits that are effective on both trout and smallmouth bass species. The program will cover various crankbaits that work well in this area.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/crankbaits/
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Box Turtles
8/17/2022-13:0
8/17/2022-14:0
Location: Visitor Center
August 17th @ 1:00pm Box Turtles: Join a ranger at the park’s visitor center for a “shellebration” of North Carolina’s state reptile. Learn how and why rangers locate, measure, and tag these critters.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/box-turtles/
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Mammals
8/18/2022-13:0
8/18/2022-14:0
Location: Visitor Center
August 18th @ 1:00pm Mammals: Join a ranger at the visitor center to learn about some of the animals that call Stone Mountain "home".
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/mammals/
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Stream Safari
8/21/2022-15:0
8/21/2022-16:0
Location: Site 56 in B-loop of the family campground
August 20th @ 3:00pm Stream Safari: Meet a ranger at site 56 in B-loop of the family campground to learn about some of the bugs in the water and water quality. If you can not walk from your campsite or are not camping, please park at the B loop wash house. Bring water shoes and clothing you can get wet. This program is scheduled as weather permitting.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/stream-safari/
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Tree ID
8/27/2022-10:0
8/27/2022-11:0
Location: Picnic Area
August 27th @ 10:00am Tree ID: Join a ranger for a tree identification program at the picnic area to learn about some of the common tree species in the park and how to identify each species.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/tree-id/
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Spinning Lures for Trout
8/27/2022-15:0
8/27/2022-16:0
Location: Visitor Center
August 27th @ 3:00pm Spinning Lures for Trout: Join a ranger at the visitor center to learn about various spinning lures used to catch trout at the park. The program will cover several different brands and color variations of spinning lures.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/spinning-lures-for-trout/
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Sunrise Hike
9/20/2022-6:0
9/20/2022-8:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Upper Trailhead Parking
Join rangers at the Upper Parking Lot for a 1.5 mile roundtrip moderate hike. Bring your flashlight, good hiking boots, plenty of water, breakfast, positivity, and whatever else you might need. Small coffee provided for those interested. Call 336-957-8185 extension 0 to pre-register. Participation limited to 20 individuals. Signup required in advance and the hike is weather permitting.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/sunrise-hike/
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Backpacking Basics
9/23/2022-14:30
9/23/2022-15:39
Stone Mountain State Park - Backpack Camping Parking Lot
Join a park ranger at the backpacking parking lot to learn about some of the basic camping equipment needed to have an enjoyable night in designated backcountry areas.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/backpacking-basics/
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Trout Fishing: Plastic Soft Bait Review
9/24/2022-15:0
9/24/2022-16:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Visitor Center
Join a ranger at the visitor center to learn about inexpensive plastic soft baits options and a review of their performance on trout.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/trout-fishing-plastic-soft-bait-review/
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Crankbaits for Trout and Smallmouth Bass
9/25/2022-15:0
9/25/2022-16:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Visitor Center
Join a ranger at the visitor center to highlight some of the crankbaits that are effective on both trout and smallmouth bass species. The program will cover various crankbaits that work well in this area.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/crankbaits-for-trout-and-smallmouth-bass/
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Volunteer Hike - MST along the Bridle Out-and-Back Trail: "The View"
9/29/2022-9:0
9/29/2022-11:0
Meet at the Country Store @ 8:45am-9am
Do you come to Stone Mountain State Park for the views, but didn't realize the best view is on one of the least travelled stretches of trail in the whole park? Well then have I got a surprise for you! We'll meet at the Country Store and then hike through a (not-so) secret park entrance to this hidden gem. Then we can head back to the Country Store for snacks/refreshments, with maybe a bonus surprise along the way. This hike is extra important because we need to do some recon on the condition of this trail and its signage. We're hoping to do some more serious maintenance along this stretch in the near future, so keep an eye on this posting! 1. Play in the park you love 2. Get to know other Friends members 3. Ongoing projects - Clear trash and debris, report trail conditions 4. Special projects - Park signage research, location tags Trail: Mountains-to-Sea / Bridle Out-and-Back Trail / Bridle Spur Trail Difficulty: moderate Distance: 3-3.5 miles (depending on how far we go for trail cleanup) Elevation Gain: 100-200 ft (maaaaaybe...pretty darn flat) - Bring water, snacks, and regular (weather appropriate) day hiking gear - Meet at the Country Store @ 8:45am-9am
https://www.meetup.com/friends-of-stone-mountain-state-park-nc/events/288457208/
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/volunteer-hike-mst-along-the-bridle-out-and-back-trail-the-view/
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Read With a Ranger: Bats
9/30/2022-17:30
9/30/2022-18:30
Stone Mountain State Park - Family Campground Amphitheater
Join rangers at the campground amphitheater for a children’s story “The Cherokee Stickball Game” along with a small treat and a game.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/read-with-a-ranger-bats/
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Fall Hike - Stone Mountain
10/14/2022-13:30
10/14/2022-15:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Lower Trailhead Parking
Join a ranger for a moderate 3 mile round trip hike from the lower trailhead parking area that features a view of the 600 foot granite dome for which Stone Mountain was named and an incredible view of Stone Mountain Falls, the park's largest waterfall at over 200 feet tall. Weather Permitting!
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/fall-hike-stone-mountain/
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Read With A Ranger: Bats
10/14/2022-15:0
10/14/2022-16:0
Stone Mountain State Park - B-Loop Family Campground Amphitheater
Join rangers at the campground amphitheater for a children’s story “The Cherokee Stickball Game” along with a small treat and a craft.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/read-with-a-ranger-bats-2/
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Children's Scavenger Hunt
10/15/2022-11:0
10/15/2022-12:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Visitor Center
Join at ranger at the visitor center for a scavenger hunt to try to find some of plants, animal tracks, and insects that you may come across while hiking in the park.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/childrens-scavenger-hunt-2/
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Spooky Night Creatures
10/15/2022-15:0
10/15/2022-16:0
Stone Mountain State Park - B-Loop Family Campground Amphitheater
Who’s eyes are those off in the distance? What’s that weird noise at night? Join rangers at the campground amphitheater to discuss nocturnal creatures one might encounter in or around the campground.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/spooky-night-creatures/
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Hiking Safety and Trail Information
10/16/2022-11:0
10/16/2022-12:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Visitor Center
Join a ranger at the visitor center to learn more about the hiking trails at the park and some of the safety concerns associated with hiking at Stone Mountain.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/hiking-safety-and-trail-information/
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Astronomy Program
10/22/2022-19:45
10/22/2022-20:45
A-Loop campground
Forsyth Astronomical Society will set up telescopes to look at the night sky. The event begins at dark in the field at A-Loop campground, between campsites 33 and 34. Please use the grass walkway between campsites 33 and 34 and not walk through visitors' campsites. Weather permitting.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/astronomy-program/
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Name That Route - Scouting Mission
10/22/2022-13:0
10/22/2022-15:0
Stone Mountain State Park - lower parking lot near the restrooms
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Hi Friends! There are around 70 climbing and rappelling routes on the South Face of Stone Mountain. Would you like to learn the names of the most popular routes and how to identify them? Let's find the best spot in the park for a group of 5-10 people to watch people rock climb and rappel. Please bring your; binoculars, telescopes, and fancy camera lenses. We will meet at the lower parking lot near the restrooms from 12.45pm to 1.00pm. Looking forward to seeing you!
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/name-that-route-scouting-mission/
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Why Leaves Change Colors
10/29/2022-14:0
10/29/2022-16:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Picnic Area
Join a ranger at the picnic area for a program that discusses the reasoning behind leaf color change in the fall and the chemical processes that occur.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/why-leaves-change-colors/
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Backpacking Basics
10/29/2022-16:30
10/29/2022-17:30
Stone Mountain State Park - Visitor Center
Join a ranger at the visitor center to learn about some of the basic camping equipment needed to have an enjoyable night in the backcountry areas.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/backpacking-basics-2/
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Backpacking Basics
10/30/2022-16:30
10/30/2022-17:30
Stone Mountain State Park - Visitor Center
Join a ranger at the visitor center to learn about some of the basic camping equipment needed to have an enjoyable night in the backcountry areas.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/backpacking-basics-3/
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Why Leaves Change Colors
10/30/2022-14:0
10/30/2022-15:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Picnic Area
Join a ranger at the picnic area for a program that discusses the reasoning behind leaf color change in the fall and the chemical processes that occur.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/why-leaves-change-colors-3/
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State Parks: A History
11/10/2022-15:0
11/10/2022-16:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Visitor Center
Join a ranger at the visitor center to learn a brief history of North Carolina’s state park system.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/state-parks-a-history/
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Loving it Too Much
11/12/2022-15:0
11/12/2022-16:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Visitor Center
Join a ranger at the visitor center to learn how to enjoy the natural wonders and resources of our local, state, and national parks responsibly so future visitors and generations will be able to have the same great experiences.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/loving-it-too-much/
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The First Annual FSM Turkey Trek
11/24/2022-9:0
11/24/2022-11:0
Stone Mountain State Park
Join us for an FSM meet-and-greet on Thansgiving! Runners, walkers, hikers, strollers, friends, family, fur-babies (leashed!), and all of the above are welcome to join us for the first of what we hope will be many Thanksgiving Day Turkey Treks! We'll earn our dinner by either doing a 4 mile out-and-back to the Stone Mountain Summit or, if you're ambitious (or need to preemptively create a little extra belt clearance for later in the day), some will take the fill 6.5 mile journey around the whole loop. After we're done, at about 10:30-11, we'll gather for some snacks an a warm or cold beverage (depending on the weather) before heading home for food and football and anything else that marks the day for you and yours. Hope to see you there!
https://www.meetup.com/friends-of-stone-mountain-state-park-nc/events/289675908/
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/the-first-annual-fsm-turkey-trek/
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Rut Around the Corner
11/26/2022-15:0
11/26/2022-16:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Visitor Center
Join a ranger at the visitor center to learn about some of the chemical and physical changes that take place in white-tailed bucks as the rut approaches.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/rut-around-the-corner/
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How Plants Grow
12/4/2022-15:0
12/4/2022-16:0
Location: Visitor Center
Join a ranger at the visitor center to learn how seeds use the resources available to them and become the plants they grow into.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/how-plants-grow/
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Board Meeting - every month the THIRD Thursday at 7pm - location TBD
12/15/2022-19:0
12/15/2022-20:0
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https://friendsofstonemountainnc.site/board-meeting-every-month-the-third-thursday-at-7pm-location-tbd-11/
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Picture This.....Christmas
12/16/2022-15:0
12/16/2022-16:0
Stone Mountain State Park - see details
Meet a ranger at the base of Stone Mountain on Friday, December 16th at 3:00 p.m. Bring your camera or phone and get a family photo to share for the holidays! Visitors can access the base of Stone Mountain by walking just past the Historic Hutchinson Homestead and into the viewing field that overlooks the park's 600-foot granite dome.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/picture-this-christmas/
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Building a Wood Snowman Tutorial
12/17/2022-14:30
12/17/2022-15:30
Stone Mountain State Park - Visitor Center
Join a ranger at the visitor center to learn about building a rustic wood snowman to use for decoration during the holidays. The program will cover the steps and materials needed to complete the DIY project.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/building-a-wood-snowman-tutorial/
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Santa's Workshop: Ornaments
12/22/2022-11:0
12/22/2022-12:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Visitor Center
Why did the Christmas tree go to decorating school? So it could spruce up the forest! Join the elves…ahem, park rangers…at the visitor center for a Christmas ornament workshop.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/santas-workshop-ornaments/
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First Day Hike
1/1/2023-10:0
1/1/2023-12:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Lower Trailhead Parking
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Meet a ranger at the lower trailhead parking and ring in the New Year by hiking the Wolf and Cedar Rock Loop trail that feature the best view of Stone Mountain that can be found anywhere within the park. The hike is a moderate hike that is approximately 2.5 miles in length. Be sure to wear appropriate footwear for hiking and bring water and snacks for the hike. Photo by J. Mickey: First Day Hikers on Cedar Rock at Stone Mountain State Park.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/first-day-hike/
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Astronomy Program
1/14/2023-18:45
1/14/2023-19:45
Stone Mountain State Park - see details
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Forsyth Astronomical Society will set up telescopes to look at the night sky. The event begins at dark in the field at A-Loop campground, between campsites 33 and 34. Please use the grass walkway between campsites 33 and 34 and not walk through visitors' campsites. Weather permitting. Photo by E. Farr: Full moon over the mountains as seen from Stone Mountain State Park.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/astronomy-program-4/
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Picture This....Widow's Creek Falls
1/28/2023-14:0
1/28/2023-15:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Widow's Creek Falls, 3042 Frank Pkwy, Roaring Gap, NC 28668
Meet a ranger at the base of Widow's Creek Falls, January 28th at 2:00 p.m. Bring your camera or phone and get a family photo!
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/picture-this-widows-creek-falls/
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Skins and Skulls
2/9/2023-15:0
2/9/2023-16:0
3042 Frank Parkway, Roaring Gap, NC 28668
Join a ranger at the park office to learn about some of the mammal species you might encounter at the park.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/skins-and-skulls/
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Where to go and what to do while you are at Stone Mountain State Park
2/17/2023-14:0
2/17/2023-15:0
3042 Frank Parkway, Roaring Gap, NC 28668
Meet a Ranger at the Visitor Center to learn about trails and the wonderful outdoor activities that make Stone Mountain State Park such a wonderful place to visit.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/where-to-go-and-what-to-do-while-you-are-at-stone-mountain-state-park/
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Winter Tree ID
2/18/2023-10:0
2/18/2023-11:0
3042 Frank Parkway, Roaring Gap, NC 28668 at the Picnic Area
Join a Ranger at the Picnic Area to learn how to identify trees in the winter months after the leaves have fallen.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/winter-tree-id/
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Call For Volunteers
2/19/2023-13:0
2/19/2023-17:0
Location: A-loop of the family campground
We need volunteers who are willing to clean Loop A of the family campground at Stone Mountain State Park. Cleaning will consist of picking up stray litter, moving brush and raking/shoveling debris.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/call-for-volunteers/
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Astronomy Program
2/25/2023-19:15
1/14/2023-20:15
Stone Mountain State Park - see details
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Forsyth Astronomical Society will set up telescopes to look at the night sky. The event begins at dark in the field at A-Loop campground, between campsites 33 and 34. Please use the grass walkway between campsites 33 and 34 and not walk through visitors' campsites. Weather permitting. *** Photo by E. Farr: Full moon over the mountains as seen from Stone Mountain State Park.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/astronomy-program-3/
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Wilderness Survival Shelters
2/26/2023-14:0
2/26/2023-15:0
3042 Frank Parkway, Roaring Gap, NC 28668 at the Picnic Area
Meet a Ranger at the Picnic Area to learn about survival shelter principals and few quick shelters you can set up in emergency situations.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/wilderness-survival-shelters/
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Astronomy Program
3/11/2023-19:30
3/11/2023-20:30
Stone Mountain State Park - see details
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/stone-mountain-full-moon-e-farr-19050.jpg
Forsyth Astronomical Society will set up telescopes to look at the night sky. The event begins at dark in the field at A-Loop campground, between campsites 33 and 34. Please use the grass walkway between campsites 33 and 34 and not walk through visitors' campsites. Weather permitting. Photo by E. Farr: Full moon over the mountains as seen from Stone Mountain State Park.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/astronomy-program-2/
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Skins and Skulls
3/11/2023-9:0
3/11/2023-10:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Visitor Center
Why didn’t the mammal skull laugh at the joke? Because it had no funny bone! Join a Ranger at the visitor center for a discussion of the amazing adaptations of certain mammal species that live in the park.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/skins-and-skulls-3/
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Tree Planting
3/18/2023-15:0
3/18/2023-16:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Visitor Center
Join a Ranger at the Visitor Center for tips and tricks yard tree selection and planting.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/tree-planting-2/
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Box Turtles
3/24/2023-11:0
3/24/2023-12:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Visitor Center
What do you call a lesson on turtles? A turtorial! Join a Ranger for a “turtorial” on North Carolina’s state reptile.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/box-turtles-2/
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Backyard Birdies
4/7/2023-15:0
4/7/2023-16:0
Campground Amphitheater 3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap NC 28668
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Join a ranger at the campground amphitheater to learn about some of our local songbirds. Bring your crafty hands as we will make a homemade bird feeder.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/backyard-birdies-2/
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Yard Tree Mulching
4/15/2023-15:0
4/15/2023-16:0
Picnic Area 3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap NC 28668
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Join a ranger in the field entering the picnic area to learn tips and tricks and do's and don'ts for mulching your yard trees at home. Photo © Alfo Medeiros / Pexels
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/yard-tree-mulching/
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Layers of a Campfire
4/15/2023-16:30
4/15/2023-17:30
Campground Amphitheater 3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap NC 28668
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Join a ranger at the campground amphitheater to learn the basics of building a campfire and of campfire safety. Bring your own s'mores material for after the program. Photo by R. Mumma: Campfire in a fire pit
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/layers-of-a-campfire/
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"Poo"fect Cookies
4/16/2023-15:0
4/16/2023-16:0
Park Office 3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap NC 28668
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Who pooped that?? Join a ranger at the park office for a lesson on wild animal scat. We will "doo" a small activity to learn who pooed in the park. Photo © kellyvandellen / Adobe Stock
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/poofect-cookies/
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Yard Tree Pruning
4/22/2023-15:0
4/22/2023-16:0
Upper Trailhead Parking Lot 3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap NC 28668
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Join a ranger by the entrance to the upper trailhead parking lot to learn tree pruning techniques to keep your yard trees healthy and looking good. Photo © Christian Riedl / Pixabay
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/yard-tree-pruning/
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Box Turtles
4/30/2023-15:0
4/30/2023-16:0
Park Office 3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap NC 28668
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What do you call a lesson on turtles? A "turtorial"! Join a ranger for a turtorial on North Carolina's state reptile. Photo by K. Moore: Box turtle shell on measuring mat
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/box-turtles-4/
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Tree ID Hike
5/13/2023-15:0
5/13/2023-16:0
Location: Picnic Area
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Join a ranger for a short hike in the picnic area to learn how to identify the trees within Stone Mountain State Park.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/tree-id-hike-2/
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Backyard Birdies
5/14/2023-9:0
4/7/2023-10:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Park Office
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Join a ranger at the park office to learn about some of our local songbirds.We will craft a homemade bird feeder at the end.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/backyard-birdies/
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"Poo"kies
5/19/2023-15:0
5/19/2023-16:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Park Office
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Join a ranger at the park office for a lesson on wild animal scat. We will \"doo\" a small activity to learn who pooed in the park.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/pookies/
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Snakes of NC
5/26/2023-15:0
5/26/2023-16:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Park Office
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Join a ranger at the park office to learn about the different snakes in North Carolina and which ones you may see in Stone Mountain State Park.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/snakes-of-nc-2/
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Tree ID Hike
5/27/2023-15:0
5/27/2023-16:0
Location: Picnic Area
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Join a ranger for a short hike in the picnic area to learn how to identify the trees within Stone Mountain State Park.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/tree-id-hike/
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NC Trail Days - Hike to Wolf Rock via the Mountains-to-Sea Trail
6/1/2023-9:0
6/1/2023-15:0
Leaving from the Stone Mountain Backpacking Lot
Join the Friends of Stone Mountain as they lead a hike along part of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail that passes through Stone Mountain State Park. The hike will start at the backpack Parking lot and ascend 2.2 miles to Wolf Rock before returning. There is elevation gain on the dirt path, but it is consistently gradual throughout.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stone-mountain-wolf-rock-mst-tickets-602989226007
Organized by NC Trail Days
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/nc-trail-days-hike-to-wolf-rock-via-the-mountains-to-sea-trail/
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NC Trail Days - Widows Creek Trail Hike
6/2/2023-9:0
6/2/2023-11:0
Leaving from the Stone Mountain Backpacking Lot
Join the Friends of Stone Mountain as they lead you on a hike along Widows Creek. This is part of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail inside the park, and it leads to the primitive campsite in the park. See the lesser-visited Upper Widow Creek Falls on this hike. There is a significant climb for the first half mile of this hike, but the trail levels out nicely after the initial climb.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stone-mountain-widows-creek-trail-tickets-606765320407?aff=erellivmlt
Organized by NC Trail Days
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/nc-trail-days-widows-creek-trail-hike/
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Stone Mountain Yoga Hike
6/2/2023-17:15
6/2/2023-20:15
Leaving from the Stone Mountain Backpacking Lot (3042 Frank Pkwy, Roaring Gap)
You’ll enjoy a beautiful hike, led by our Board president KATE HENNING, and practice yoga at Wolf Rock during sunset. It doesn’t get much more beautiful than Wolf Rock at sunset, so come join us for some peace and tranquility in about as sublime a setting as you’ll find. Hike to the yoga site (about 45 minutes), enjoy an all-level yoga practice (1 hour), and the choose your route back (guided or not). Park closes at 9:00 PM. Must register to participate (the numbers for this event are pretty strictly limited by park policy)!
https://www.yoga-on-main.com/booking-calendar/stone-mountain-yoga-hike?category=b7b23036-f56c-40a3-90b4-440b08afb852&referral=service_list_widget
Yoga on Main, Elkin, NC
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/stone-mountain-yoga-hike/
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Name that Climbing Route
6/2/2023-18:0
6/2/2023-20:0
Lower Trail Head Parking Lot
If you are interested in rock climbing, but unsure of where to climb at Stone Mountain State Park, then this is the hike for you! Join BRIAN FRITZ from Friends of Stone Mountain and the Carolina Climbers Coalition on a hike to Cedar Rock, where you can see the entire South Face of Stone Mountain. The main goal of this hike is to observe and learn the names of the climbing routes from a distance. We will be using both printed and digital resources. Bring binoculars so you can see the different climbing routes from across the valley. The hike will begin at the Lower Trail Head Parking Lot. The total hiking distance will be 3 miles with a total of 800 feet of elevation change.
https://www.meetup.com/friends-of-stone-mountain-state-park-nc/events/292241560/
Friends of Stone Mountain State Park
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/name-that-climbing-route/
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NC Trail Days Festival
6/3/2023-10:0
6/3/2023-16:0
Downtown Elkin, NC
Come by and see us in downtown Elkin! We’re not exactly sure where our booth will be just yet, but we trust that you’ll find us. Come hang out, ask us questions and what we do and what is going on in the park, and enter our free raffle for some outdoor gear, FSM apparel, and who knows what else. We meet more future Friends on this day of the year than any other—so don’t miss out! And DEFINITELY bring your furry friends by for a snack and some scratchies.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/nc-trail-days-festival/
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Friends of Stone Mountain State Park Meet-and-Greet
6/3/2023-16:30
6/3/2023-22:0
Elkin RailYard, 203 W Depot Alley, Elkin, NC
After a long day of Festival-ing, I can tell you where the Friends of Stone Mountain will be. As soon as out gear is packed up we’ll be making a bee-line for one of our favorite watering holes in Elkin: the Elkin RailYard! We hope you’ll join us,
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/friends-of-stone-mountain-state-park-meet-and-greet/
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Skins and Skulls
7/8/2023-9:0
7/8/2023-10:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Park Office
Why didn’t the mammal skull laugh at the joke? Because it had no funny bone! Join a Ranger at the visitor center for a discussion of the amazing adaptations of certain mammal species that live in the park.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/skins-and-skulls-4/
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What a Park Ranger Does
7/9/2023-16:0
7/9/2023-17:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Park Office
Join a ranger at the park office to learn about all the different tasks a park ranger does on a day-to-day basis.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/what-a-park-ranger-does-3/
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Stream Safari
7/16/2023-14:0
7/16/2023-15:0
Stone Mountain State Park - River Parking Area
Join a ranger at the river, where the paved road meets the gravel road, to learn about the different kinds of macroinvertebrates that inhabit mountain streams and what they can indicate about the water itself.This event is weather permitting and may be canceled on short notice.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/stream-safari-2/
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Board Meeting - every month the THIRD Thursday at 7pm - location TBD
7/20/2023-19:0
7/20/2023-20:0
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https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/board-meeting-every-month-the-third-thursday-at-7pm-location-tbd/
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Papermaking
7/22/2023-15:0
7/22/2023-16:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Park Office
Join a ranger at the park office to learn how to upcycle your paper trash into functional art.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/papermaking/
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Box Turtles
7/28/2023-15:0
7/28/2023-16:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Park Office
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What do you call a lesson on turtles? A "turtorial"! Join a ranger for a turtorial on North Carolina's state reptile. Photo by K. Moore: Box turtle shell on measuring mat
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/box-turtles-3/
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Snakes of NC
7/29/2023-16:0
7/29/2023-17:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Hutchinson Homestead
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Join a ranger at the Hutchinson Homestead to learn about the different snakes in North Carolina and which ones you may see during your visit to Stone Mountain State Park.This program is weather permitting and may be canceled on short notice.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/snakes-of-nc/
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Tree ID Hike
7/30/2023-15:0
7/30/2023-16:0
Location: Picnic Area
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Join a ranger for a short hike in the picnic area to learn how to identify the trees within Stone Mountain State Park.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/tree-id-hike-3/
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Skins and Skulls
9/29/2023-15:0
9/29/2023-16:0
Stone Mountain State Park - Park Office
Why didn’t the mammal skull laugh at the joke? Because it had no funny bone! Join a Ranger at the visitor center for a discussion of the amazing adaptations of certain mammal species that live in the park.
https://friendsofstonemountainnc.com/skins-and-skulls-2/
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