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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.

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33 hiking Events Found

Mar 8

Science Merit Badge

Conduct experiments indoors and out at The Morton Arboretum to earn your Environmental Science Merit Badge. Hike through the west side of the Arboretum to study the environment and then design a construction plan to complete your environmental impact statement. This course meets in person at the Arboretum on two dates, with required homework between sessions. Required Reading: Environmental Merit Badge Booklet. Program is held indoors and outdoors. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable, sturdy shoes. Be prepared to walk on wood-chipped trails. Bring a notebook and pen. Course meets Sunday, March 8, 2026, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and Sunday, March 15, 2026, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Thornhill Education Center
Free
3/8/26
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Mar 15

Family Woodland Hike at NJ Botanical Garden

Family-friendly woodland hike at the New Jersey Botanical Garden. This is the second occurrence of the same event.
New Jersey Botanical Garden
Free
3/15/26
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Sourced: https://njkidsonline.com/events/128224/family-woodland-hike-at-nj-botanical-garden 02-08-2026
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Mar 16

Burritt Nature Rangers Spring Camp Wild Journey: Exploring Animals and Their Homes

Week-long day camp for grades K-5 focusing on exploring animals and their habitats. Camp runs from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM daily, March 16-20. Activities include hiking forested nature trails (weather permitting), learning about animals around the world, discovering habitats, and crafts. Students should bring sack lunch; snack provided. CPR-certified staff with 1:12 teacher-to-camper ratio. Extended day options available from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Registration opens February 1, 2026. Member discounts apply for Family/Grandparent Memberships or above.
Burritt on the Mountain
$199.00 - $199 f...
3/16/26
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Mar 21

Park After Dark - Stargazing Hike

Discover the beauty of Hunting Island after the sun goes down with this special after-hours hike. A ranger will guide you on the Nature Center Scenic Trail to Boneyard Beach where you'll enjoy a dark sky perfect for stargazing. Recurring monthly program with varying times based on sunset. What to bring: Bug Spray, Comfortable Walking Shoes, Water. Meeting Place: Nature Center.
Hunting Island State Park Nature Center
$5.00 - $5/perso...
3/21/26
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Mar 28

Trees of the Revolution

Trees have always been an important part of our lives providing us with food, shelter, and income. Some species were especially important during the early days of our nation. Join us on a hike to learn about the role that American forests had shaping the country as we know it. Registration for this program will open at 8:00 AM on February 1, 2026.
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Free Event
3/28/26
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Mar 28

North Bend State Park Green Day Hike - March 28, 2026

Join our Naturalist on a guided hike looking for the first signs of Spring! This is a family-friendly hike that's less than two miles in length on a flat, gravel trail. Earn a patch when you complete the hike! To register for this hike, please contact our Naturalist, Sarah.
North Bend State Park
Free
3/28/26
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Sourced: https://wvstateparks.com/event/north-bend-state-park-green-day-hike 02-11-2026
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Apr 9

Early Spring Bird & Nature Hike

Bird watching and nature hiking event in early spring. Different pricing for members ($5) and non-members ($10).
Virtual
$5.00 - Member $...
4/9/26
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Sourced: https://ctaudubon.org/2025/12/register-early-spring-bird-nature-hike 02-12-2026
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Apr 18

Park After Dark - Stargazing Hike

Discover the beauty of Hunting Island after the sun goes down with this special after-hours hike. A ranger will guide you on the Nature Center Scenic Trail to Boneyard Beach where you'll enjoy a dark sky perfect for stargazing. What to bring: Bug Spray, Comfortable Walking Shoes, Water. Meeting Place: Nature Center.
Hunting Island State Park Nature Center
$5.00 - $5/perso...
4/18/26
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Apr 26

Spring Wildflower Hike

Enjoy the first blooms of the year with BRDC staff on a guided walk. We'll meet at BRDC and depart from there. This event is a member-only event. Registration is required. Additional information will be sent to registered participants prior to the event.
Blue Ridge Discovery Center
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4/26/26
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Sourced: https://blueridgediscoverycenter.org/events-blog/2025/4/27/spring-wildflower-hike-6pntf 02-09-2026
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May 8

Father/Son Weekend 1 at Falling Creek Camp

Christian summer camp for boys located on 900+ private acres in western North Carolina. Father/Son Weekend activities include classic camp activities and outdoor adventure trips. Camp serves rising 1st-12th graders.
Falling Creek Camp
Free
5/8/26
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May 8

Gabriel's Bend Overlook Hike

Our second event in our 'Take a Walk on the Wild Side' hiking series. Join NC Guide & Haw River native Ben Clarke and his trusty dog Rocco once again for a spectacular 1.5 mile round-trip hike down the west bank of the Haw from Highway 64. We'll pass some of the most famous rapids on the river and lots of native mountain laurel, which should be at the peak of their flowering season! Our hike will take us to Gabriel's Bend, a Class III rapid where the Haw has cut a mighty cliff out of the riverbank. The trail climbs this cliff to a unique overlook surveying more than a mile of the river! Please be aware that this hike involves plenty of rock scrabbling, uneven ground on informal trails, and the risk of poison ivy, ticks, and mosquitos. Sturdy shoes, bug spray, and water recommended! Friendly dogs on leash are welcome but may struggle with the terrain.
US 64 Haw River Canoe Access
Free
5/8/26
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Sourced: https://lowerhaw.org/events 01-17-2026
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May 15

Father/Son Weekend 2 at Falling Creek Camp

Christian summer camp for boys located on 900+ private acres in western North Carolina. Father/Son Weekend activities include classic camp activities and outdoor adventure trips. Camp serves rising 1st-12th graders.
Falling Creek Camp
Free
5/15/26
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May 16

Park After Dark - Stargazing Hike

Discover the beauty of Hunting Island after the sun goes down with this special after-hours hike. A ranger will guide you on the Nature Center Scenic Trail to Boneyard Beach where you'll enjoy a dark sky perfect for stargazing. What to bring: Bug Spray, Comfortable Walking Shoes, Water. Meeting Place: Nature Center.
Hunting Island State Park Nature Center
$5.00 - $5/perso...
5/16/26
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May 22

Father/Son Weekend 3 at Falling Creek Camp

Christian summer camp for boys located on 900+ private acres in western North Carolina. Father/Son Weekend activities include classic camp activities and outdoor adventure trips. Camp serves rising 1st-12th graders.
Falling Creek Camp
Free
5/22/26
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Sourced: https://charlotte.kidsoutandabout.com/content/falling-creek-camp 01-17-2026
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May 26

Teton Valley Ranch Camp - Summer 2026

Western heritage camp with concentration on horseback skills and backcountry backpacking and pack trips. Total staff: 95 (15 international staff) aged 19+. Co-ed camp for 130 campers. Staff roles include Nature, Science, Wildlife, Orienteering, Outdoor Adventure, Hiking, and various support positions. Staff receive 24-hour time off per week (5pm-5pm). Looking for individuals interested in youth development, comfortable outdoors, and excited for adventure.
Teton Valley Ranch Camp
Free
5/26/26
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Sourced: https://campamerica.co.uk/camps/teton-valley-ranch-camp 02-10-2026
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Jun 1

Camp Cape Romain

Week-long summer camp for ages 8-11 at Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge. Daily activities include seining & crabbing, hiking maritime forest trails on Bulls Island, birds of prey flight demonstration, kayaking, Sewee Center activities (meeting native reptiles, fishing, hiking), swimming and shell seeking, environmental stewardship, native plants study, and birding. Campers meet at Park West Recreation Fields playground each morning and take Coastal Expeditions van to Sewee Visitor & Environmental Center as basecamp. 2026 registration opens February 4 at 10 a.m.
Park West Recreation Fields
$525.00 - $525/w...
6/1/26
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Sourced: https://coastalexpeditions.com/project/summer-camp-camp-cape-romain 02-12-2026
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Jun 7

June Camp Session at Falling Creek Camp

Multi-week summer camp session for boys (rising 1st-12th grade) at Christian camp in western North Carolina. Activities include classic camp programs and outdoor adventure trips ranging from one-day to five-day expeditions.
Falling Creek Camp
Free
6/7/26
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Jun 8

Fledgling Overnight Camp - First-Time Camper Adventure

Perfect for first-time campers and returning adventurers ages 7-12. Kids will explore nature, try hands-on science, enjoy campfire fun, and make new friends in a safe, exciting environment. Activities include guided hikes, campfire traditions with s'mores, mini night hike, group games, hands-on science lessons, and small group activities. Students stay in ONSC's lodges assigned by age and gender. Scholarships available through Walton Family Foundation grant. Registration requires purchasing tickets and completing camper registration form. Chaperones available with interview and background check required.
ONSC - Main Campus
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6/8/26
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Jun 20

Park After Dark - Stargazing Hike

Discover the beauty of Hunting Island after the sun goes down with this special after-hours hike. A ranger will guide you on the Nature Center Scenic Trail to Boneyard Beach where you'll enjoy a dark sky perfect for stargazing. What to bring: Bug Spray, Comfortable Walking Shoes, Water. Meeting Place: Nature Center.
Hunting Island State Park Nature Center
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6/20/26
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Jun 22

Haw River Lowlands Hike

Our third event in our 'Take a Walk on the Wild Side' hiking series. Join NC Guide & Haw River native Ben Clarke and his trusty dog Rocco once again for a lovely 2 mile round-trip loop hike along the east bank of the Haw between Highway 64 and the start of Jordan Lake. We'll cross several creeks, pass some of the river's most famous rapids, and marvel at unique sights like the cactus boulder and cedar rock! Please wear sturdy shoes for walking on uneven ground and bring adequate water. Friendly dogs are welcome on leash! No pre-registration required. Parking is limited - please carpool.
Lower Haw River State Natural Area
Free
6/22/26
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Jun 22

OHDAKA - 2026 Nature Day Camp

A week-long nature day camp featuring outdoor exploration, wilderness skill-building, and nature-inspired activities. Program includes age-appropriate groups: Mini Stars (ages 4-6), Planet Pioneers (ages 7-8), Comet Crew (ages 9-12), and Galaxy Guides Junior Counselor program (ages 13-15). Daily schedule runs 9am-3:30pm. Financial aid available for those who register with deposit by May 15th and complete application.
Oxbow Regional Park
$350.00 - includ...
6/22/26
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Sourced: https://shootingstaradventures.org/event/ohdaka2026 02-13-2026
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Jun 28

Main Camp Session at Falling Creek Camp

Multi-week main summer camp session for boys (rising 1st-12th grade) at Christian camp in western North Carolina. Activities include classic camp programs and outdoor adventure trips ranging from one-day to five-day expeditions.
Falling Creek Camp
Free
6/28/26
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Jul 1

OMSI Backpacking Camps

Three backpacking trips where participants learn about ecology in wilderness settings. Grab your pack and head to the trails with OMSI in the Wallowas and Three Sisters Wilderness areas. Registration opens February 10th at 10am.
Wallowas and Three Sisters Wilderness
$550.00 - Camps...
7/1/26
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Sourced: https://omsi.edu/camps 01-19-2026
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Jul 8

Webb Junior Scholars Summer Program

Calling all junior scholars! Join us for a summer of discovery at Webb's Junior Scholars Program for rising 7th-, 8th- and 9th-graders. Immerse yourself in a world of endless possibilities through our boarding-only experience. Choose from five program tracks: Paleontology, Science and Engineering, Digital Arts, Medical Science, and Global Changemaker. Session 1 is July 8-17; Bridge Session is July 17-19; Session 2 is July 19-28. Nestled at the foothills of the majestic San Gabriel Mountains, our campus provides the perfect backdrop for your journey of exploration and growth. Experience includes afternoon and evening activities, field trips to Southern California destinations, beach trips, aquatics center, hiking, fire pits, and dining hall meals.
Webb School
$3,225.00 - Tuit...
7/8/26
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Sourced: https://summercamps.com/camp/webb-junior-scholars-summer-program 02-13-2026
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Jul 13

Discovery Camp

This adventure-filled camp is perfect for naturalists ages 11-14 interested in all things outdoors. Campers will hike some of the highest peaks in Virginia, kayak the oldest river in North America, and explore one of the rarest ecosystems- the spruce-fir forest. All they while, they will discover the countless species that call these places home. Beside hiking and kayaking, activities include fly fishing, snorkeling, backpacking, birding, and more. Camp runs from Monday, July 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM through Friday, July 17, 2026 at 11:00 AM.
Blue Ridge Discovery Center
Free
7/13/26
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Sourced: https://blueridgediscoverycenter.org/events-blog/2024/01/07/discovery-summer-camp-ax8zt 02-09-2026
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