Blue Jay Point County Park offers programs covering history, nature and recreational topics. Public programs are open for registration to the general public.
2025 Update:
We've got some exciting news that we're in the process of park updates and construction planning. This will impact our ability to offer regularly scheduled public programs for the fall.
Please keep checking back here as we'll add in programs where we can but it will be more sporadic that typical. You can also sign up for our that tells you what's happening in the park and programming that's going on and follow us on for updates.
We'll also be offering some fun programs at Green Hills County Park in the meantime!
Nature Peekers
A monthly program series for very young children, ages 18 months–3 years (and their grown-ups!), where we listen to a story, practice developmentally appropriate skills, interact with other youngsters and enjoy nature outside whenever possible. Preregistration is required for these free, 30-minute programs. Walk-ups are not guaranteed a spot.
Check back here for future offerings!
Nature Stories
Nature Stories is a 1-hour program for children ages 3–6, with a participating parent/adult, and includes a combination of inside time and outside nature exploration. Preregistration is required for these free, 1-hour programs. Walk-ups are not guaranteed a spot.
Check back here for future offerings!
Family Wildlife Series
Family Wildlife Series (FWS) programs are usually open to all ages, although information and activities are most appropriate for ages 5 years and up. Occasionally there will be a FWS program with a higher age limit – if so, it will be indicated in the description. All members of the family in attendance must be registered to attend the program – if you are unable to register a family member, either the size limit of the class has been reached, or that child does not meet the age limit to attend. Don't forget, kids are not required to attend – individual adults are welcome!
Preregistration is required for all Family Wildlife Series Programs unless otherwise stated. Walk-ups are not guaranteed a spot.
Saturday, August 23, 10-11 a.m.
Bats often seen as mysterious and nocturnal, but they’re ever so critical for our environment. Discover why bats are important and learn about threats to bats and what families can do to help. Learn the ins and outs of building bat houses and gardens, then craft your own bat house model and take home some bat-friendly garden seeds!
This program will be presented as part of a Girl Scout Gold Award project
Serious Skills for Adults
Whether you are an outdoor buff wanting to hone your skills, or a dabbler who would just like to try something new, come hang with the Blue Jay staff and work on some Serious Skills! Criteria II or III or CEU credit may be available for participants in the NC EE Certification Program, depending on the session. Preregistration is required for all SSA sessions. SSA session topics run the gamut from Field ID workshops to Eco-Crafts and Upcycling! Preregistration is required.
(at Green Hills County Park)
Saturday, October 11, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
How does a landfill become a park? Take a walking tour up the Big Hill to discover how Green Hills came to be. You’ll learn how landfills work, what we can do with them when they’re full, and ways to reduce your waste to extend landfill life. We'll see what wildlife we can spot along the way as well!
This program will involve hiking about 1.5 miles total up and downhill on gravel terrain. There will also be extended periods of standing.
For 16yrs & up. Counts towards NCEE Criteria II or III
Educator Workshops
Blue Jay Point offers a variety of educator programs, including a number of workshops for NC Environmental Education Certification or CEU credits.
If you don't see any Educator Workshops listed then check out our Serious Skills of Adults for some great opportunities for Criteria II and III or Continuing Education hours.
Become a Junior Park Explorer!
Do you like to explore parks and preserves? Do you like winning prizes? Our Junior Park Explorers program is for you! Learn more here.