Union County Parks and Recreation Newsletter

Union County Parks and Recreation Newsletter
January 2013
The Great Backyard Bird Count
Saturday, February 16th from
10:00am-12:00pm
Join us at Cane Creek Park to help us
participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count.
We will have ranger led nature walks at 10 am
and 11am. We will meet at the nature trail
outdoor classroom. If we are lucky, we may
spot one of the two bald eagles that reside in
the park. Beginners and experienced
birdwatchers are welcome. Bring your
binoculars and identification guides. This is a
free event that does not require preregistration. (Regular entrance fees apply.)
Contact David Paschal for more information
at david.paschal@co.union.nc.us or
704-843-3919.
DID YOU KNOW…..
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That Union County Parks and
Recreation now offers an Annual
Entrance Pass for $40 for Union County
residents and $60 for non-residents?
It’s true! You can purchase this entrance
permit at the Operations Center at Cane
Creek Park. It entitles you free entrance to
any of our parks when they are open. Just
think; this pays for itself in ten trips!
WHAT A DEAL!!!
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That Cane Creek Park’s Campground is
opened all year?
True as well! Winter is one of the best
times to camp! The air is crisp and the
campfire feels better than ever!
SO, GRAB YOUR SMORES AND
COME ON OUT!
FROM DECEMBER-FEBRUARY,
CABIN PRICES ARE
$30 a NIGHT!!
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
1
Great Backyard Bird Count
1
DID YOU KNOW…
2
What’s been happening?
2
Spotlight on JHP
3
Camping Information and Maps
4
Plan Your Own Event
What’s Been Happening
WE HAVE BEEN BUSY!
Our staff has been working hard to develop a new nature trail and outdoor classroom for our
community. Everyone from school and service groups to a family out for a day in the park will
be able to use and benefit from this trail. It’s a great way to celebrate all the natural beauty of
the park in an easily accessible way. Our hope is that folks using the trail will not only have fun,
but learn something as well.
SPOTLIGHT ON JESSE HELMS PARK
Jesse Helms Park Soccer Complex opened for public use on July 25, 2009 and is located at
1505 Summerlin Dairy Road, Wingate, NC 28174. The park has the following amenities:
(6) full-size “game” soccer fields
25’ x 35’ covered shelter with grill
Concession Stand
(1) Playground
Paved walking trail (approximately 1/2 mile)
Restroom facilities
Four individual Concrete Picnic Sites
6 -Station Workout Platform
We have a camping option
for all types of campers!
CHECK IT OUT!
-Sites with Water, Electric, and Sewer
-Sites with Water and Electric
Please take the opportunity to drive
through our Family Camping Area and
see all that we offer for yourself!
-Wilderness Tent Sites
Please drive slowly through this area and remain
in your vehicle.
-Horse Camping Sites
- Group Tent Sites
-Cabins with Heating and Air Conditioning
5301 Cane Creek Rd.
Waxhaw, NC 28173
NOT A MAILING ADDRESS
Use for GPS locating only
Reservations for 2013
are in full swing!
Call to make your
reservations soon!
PLAN YOUR OWN EVENT!
RESERVE YOUR SPOT AHEAD OF TIME
PICNIC PADS
We offer reservable picnic areas that
have a concrete pad with a picnic table
and grill. These are perfect for a
water-front picnic with the family any
day of the year. (12 person max.)
Need something bigger? Try our:
SHELTERS
Perfect for family reunions, company
picnics, and birthday parties! We offer
a variety of sizes and locations to meet
your needs! (150 person max for our
largest shelters)
Need something even bigger? Try our:
FESTIVAL AREA AND AMPHITHEATER
AT CANE CREEK PARK
Weddings, concerts, company outings,
and festivals are just some of the
things that can be held in our rentable
Festival Area. When you reserve this
area parking is separate from other
park patrons so you truly feel like you
have the park to yourself! Our
Amphitheater with panoramic views of
the lake is a magnificent backdrop for
any occasion! Water and electricity
are available.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT:
www.co.union.nc.us/parks
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND RESERVATION
REQUESTS