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Survey seabirds in Antarctica

Earth Day at Sturgeon City: A Day of Fun and Education! Join us for a FREE public event on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10am-2pm. What to expect: Engaging Science Stations: Explore a variety of hands-on STEM activities, both indoors and outdoors. Delicious Food Trucks: Satisfy your cravings with a variety of delicious food options. Face Painting Fun: Add a touch of whimsy with face painting. Exciting Games: Keep everyone entertained with a variety of games. Craft Fair: Shop for unique handmade items from local artisans. Live Music: Live Music from 11am to 2pm by 2Digh4

National Public Lands Day (NPLD) is the nation’s largest single-day volunteer event for public lands. NPLD is also a “Fee-Free Day”—one of only five days a year when entrance fees are waived at national parks and other public lands. Because of this everyone can enjoy the Cradle of Forestry for FREE this day! Come explore our exhibit hall, film, gift shop and over 3 miles of paved hiking trails featuring seven historical buildings from the time of the first forestry school in America, the Biltmore Forest School. Our film, First in Forestry plays every half hour. Come explore all the magic the Cradle of Forestry has to offer!