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We host multiple events throughout the year, including our popular photography & illustration contests, native plant sales, hikes in William B. Umstead State Park, service projects and many more. Check out all of our upcoming events below! We post even more events on Meetup! Join us there!
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New 2026 Event Series in Umstead! Sunset Hikes with a Naturalist
Join Julie, an Umstead Coalition Board Member and naturalist, for a series of Monday evening sunset hikes. Each hike follows a different route through Umstead State Park and surrounding open space. All hikes are free. Sign up on Meetup — spots are limited.
Monday, April 13 | 5:30–7:00pm: Sunset Hike passing Big Lake
A 3-mile loop on Sal's Branch Trail, passing Big Lake at sunset. All welcome, including older children.
Monday, May 4 | 6:00–8:30pm: Sunset Hike passing Davies Pond & Richland Lake
A 5-mile loop starting at Schenck Memorial Forest, following Richland Creek and passing Richland Lake at sunset. Recommended for older children and adults.
Monday, June 1 | 6:30–8:30pm: Sunset Hike passing Reedy Creek Lake
A 4-mile loop on the Loblolly Trail passing Reedy Creek Lake at sunset. Older children welcome.
Dress for the weather and trail conditions. Water and snacks recommended.
Register for each event on Meetup!
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