05/03/2024
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Jones Lake State Park is hosting various programs during the month of December. Program dates and times are as follows:

*December 9, 2017 @ 10 a.m.

Discovery Hike

Join a park ranger for a hike through the bay forest at Jones Lake State Park and “discover” why this environment is unique.  Discussion on the hike will include the flora and fauna of the forest, and why Carolina Bays are important.  Participants should meet at the Visitor Center at 10:00 am for this program. Please bring bug spray, water, and hiking shoes.  This event is free of charge and is open to the general public.  Contact the park office at (910) 588-4550 with any questions.

*December 16, 2017 @ 10 a.m.

Introduction to Carolina Bays
Join a park ranger and learn about the geological mysteries of the Carolina Bays. Formation theories and the natural communities associated with Carolina Bays will be discussed. Participants should meet at the Jones Lake State Park Visitor Center at 10:00am.  Call the Park office at 910-588-4550 for more information. This event is free of charge and open to the general public.

*December 23, 2017 @ 10 a.m.

Waterfowl 101
Join a park ranger and learn about the waterfowl that can be found in the area.  How to ID and migration routes will be discussed. Participants should meet at the Jones Lake State Park Visitor Center at 10:00am.  Call the Park office at 910-588-4550 for more information. This event is free of charge and open to the general public.

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