Parks and Recreation to Host Family-Friendly Events

Greensboro Parks and Recreation will host family-friendly events in the coming weeks with its Family Fishing Evenings, Beginner Archery Clinic, and Urban Foraging.

Family Fishing Evenings
Friday, October 10, and Friday, October 24 | 5-6:30 pm | Lake Higgins, 4235 Hamburg Mill Rd.

This is a catch and release fishing program designed for people of all ages. Bait, fishing poles, and chairs will be provided if necessary. The event will set up around the Education Pond at Lake Higgins, which is located immediately to the left of the Marina office. Registration is required with a fee of $5 per person. Each person who plans to fish must sign up separately.

Beginner Archery Clinic
Thursday, October 16, and Thursday, October 30 | 5-6:30 pm | Shelter 10 at Bryan Park, 6275 Bryan Park Rd.

This event is open to all, regardless of archery experience, and will take place at the archery range at Bryan Park Shelter 10. Equipment will be provided, and personal equipment will not be allowed to be used at the range for these clinics. Please be aware that there will be limited targets, so participants will take turns using the targets. Shelter 10 in Bryan Park is located just before the turn into Lake Townsend Marina. Registration is required with a fee of $5 per person.

Urban Foraging
Wednesday, October 22 | 5:30-6:30 pm | Meeting Place Park, 801 W. Smith St.

Join the Greensboro Parks and Recreation Department to learn about sustainable foraging techniques. This session will introduce participants to the basics of urban foraging, including gathering wild foods, medicinal herbs, and craft materials. This program will take place along the Downtown Greenway, at Meeting Place Park- at the corner of Smith and Prescott streets. Registration is required. Drop-ins welcome, space permitting.