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Harvest Moon Paddle, Haw River/Saxapahaw Lake :: Haw River/Saxapahaw Lake :: 336-260-6465
7 pm to 10 PM - Participants must arrive at our meeting location by 6:00 p.m.
Nothing can be more beautiful than a full moon rising above a Piedmont lake. There is just something magical about moonbeams and sharing the experience of looking at the moon with someone special, even if that someone special is just you.
Participants arrive early enough in the evening to practice paddling, enjoy a beautiful sunset and adjust their eyes to the night sky. As the moonlight gets brighter, we will paddle around the lake to enjoy the night sounds. Eventually, we will “raft-up” and lay back to fully take in our surroundings.
Full Moon Paddles are held on the Haw River upstream of the dam at Saxapahaw, NC. Participants must arrive at our meeting location by 6:00 p.m. if they want canoe instruction. The trip will begin at 7:00 p.m. and conclude by 10:00 p.m.
What We Provide:
A canoe or kayak, PFD (Personal Floatation Device), paddle and at least one experienced guide/naturalist are provided.
Your Responsibility:
Guests are responsible for transportation to and from our meeting location, foot wear that can get dirty and/or wet, dry clothes to leave in your vehicle, appropriate clothing for the season, hat, insect repellant, water bottle and flashlight. A camera and binoculars are recommended, but optional. The flashlight is essential for sure footing at the end of the trip.
The trip fee is $25.00 per person. If you bring a canoe or kayak, the trip fee is $20 per person. You must be registered and paid in full before being allowed to go on the trip. You will be required to read and sign a liability waiver and pay attention to the safety briefing presented before the trip begins.
To register, please call 336-260-6465. When your registration has been confirmed, send payment to The Haw River Canoe & Kayak Company, P.O. Box 22, Saxapahaw, NC 27340. Registrations are filled on a first come, first serve basis when payment is received.
Old Fashioned Farmer’s Day :: Silk Hope, NC ::
For over twenty years the good folks of the Silk Hope Ruritan Club have sponsored the Silk Hope Old Fashioned Farmers Day each Labor Day weekend, Thursday night through Sunday. See molasses made, see antique farming equipment like grain thrashers and steam tractors working in a re-creation of years gone by. Enjoy steam cranked ice cream and join in a barbecue lunch. A highlight of the occasion is a fully operating steam powered saw mill. This event takes the whole community to put on. They do it to preserve their memories and to share their heritage with you. So drive on out to Silk Hope and join in the home grown fun.Eno Park Rock Quarry :: Howe Street park entrance ::
The Eno River Park Rock Quarry is the most relaxing place to cool off on a hot summer day just floating on an inner tube. Located in Northwest Durham right off I-85, this body of water makes a great place for an afternoon swim. Find your way to Sparger Road between Hillsborough Road and Cole Mill Road; just north of crossing I-85 turn on Howe Street. The Eno River Park entrance is at the end of the street. About a half mile walk from the parking lot to the quarry also makes it a good chance to get some exercise and enjoy the beauty of the forest. History buffs might enjoy knowing that the granite from this quarry was used in the construction of I-85 from Greensboro to Durham.CenterFest Arts Festival :: Downtown Durham, North Carolina :: 919.560.2722
In its 36th year, the CenterFest Arts Festival has become the largest arts and community street festival in Durham, North Carolina. The event features over 150 artists and street performers, a plethora of food and great music. The mid-September event also provides many educational activities for children of all ages. The festival is located in Durham Central Park, where many art galleries, new restaurants and a farmers market are located. The city of Durham usually expects between 20,000 to 30,000 visitors to attend this event put on by the non-profit Durham Arts Council.Durham Craft Market :: On Foster Street and across from Durham Farmer's Market ::
Supporting local crafts people is a vital part of connecting with the rich traditions of our area. It just feels good to buy something from someone who put the care, time, and attention into creating something of beauty. And sometimes a handmade gift means much more. A contribution of beauty and often function is appreciated and respected here. You will find the artists here on Saturdays, from the first Saturday in April until November between 8 AM and 12 PM. For more information, you may wish to visit their website: http://www.durhamcraftmarket.com/home.htmlBass Mountain :: Snow Camp, North Carolina :: 336-229-9055
On Memorial Day and Labor Day Bass Mountain Music Park can take you back in time with a weekend of Blue Grass and Ole Time Gospel music. Come for a day or bring your tent to camp for the weekend. Sit under the trees and listen to the music from an open air stage. Bass Mountain Music Park is located just north and west of Snow Camp, NC. From Chapel Hill take Jones Ferry Road to Greensboro Chapel Hill road. Snow Camp is about 15 miles west. Enjoy the ride. Greensboro Chapel Hill Road is an official senic highway.