Survival Camp 201 Survival Camp 201 Daniel Stowe Conservancy 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 704-825-4490 Campers will learn skills for survival in the outdoors, including shelter building, knot tying, archery, and more. After camp, they will feel more confident in the outdoors and have skills to keep them safe in the wilderness. Our professional instructors provide summer campers with top-level lessons and materials to learn with, while maintaining a supportive and fun environment in the outdoors. Give your young survivalists a reason to unplug and advance their skills this summer! Survival 101 Camp will contain some similar information to this camp but new topics and activities. Campers are welcome to sign up for both camps if interested.   July 28-August 1 | Ages 10-14 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Nellie Ashford Gaston County Museum LEARN MORE Belmont Farmers Market Stowe Park LEARN MORE Magic Tree House Space Mission Schiele Museum LEARN MORE Restaurant Week Drift LEARN MORE

Wild Wonderful Water Camp Wild Wonderful Water Camp Daniel Stowe Conservancy 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 704-825-4490 Wild Wonderful Water Camp Campers will dive into the amazing world of water and how all of nature depends on it. Through pond ecology, they’ll study aquatic insects and animals, and enjoy experiments, art activities, and games. This camp is offered as a full-day camp for ages 9 – 12 and as a half-day camp for ages 6 – 8. July 21-25 Full Day Camp | Ages 9-12 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Nellie Ashford Gaston County Museum LEARN MORE Belmont Farmers Market Stowe Park LEARN MORE Magic Tree House Space Mission Schiele Museum LEARN MORE Restaurant Week Drift LEARN MORE

Friends, Not Foes: Snakes of the Carolinas Friends, Not Foes: Snakes of the Carolinas Schiele Museum 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 704-866-6900 Step into the captivating world of reptiles as The Schiele Museum proudly presents "Friends, Not Foes: Snakes of the Carolinas." Opening its doors on Saturday, May 18, 2024, this exhibition promises an eye-opening journey into the lives of snakes native to the Carolinas. As you explore the exhibit, you'll encounter an impressive array of snake species, each intricately showcased for their unique traits and ecological significance. From the subtle elegance of the DeKay's brown snake to the vibrant patterns of the corn snake, and the majestic presence of the eastern king snake, you'll marvel at the diversity of these misunderstood creatures. But beyond their striking appearances, "Friends, Not Foes" seeks to challenge common misconceptions about snakes. Through interactive displays and informative presentations, visitors will discover the vital role snakes play in maintaining ecological balance. As natural predators of pests, these slithering allies serve as guardians of our ecosystems, contributing to a healthier environment for all. Guided by the museum's passionate experts, guests will gain a newfound appreciation for these often-misunderstood creatures. Through engaging narratives and fascinating facts, visitors will learn to see snakes not as adversaries, but as essential allies in our shared natural world. LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Nellie Ashford Gaston County Museum LEARN MORE Belmont Farmers Market Stowe Park LEARN MORE Magic Tree House Space Mission Schiele Museum LEARN MORE Restaurant Week Drift LEARN MORE

Victory Through Persecution Victory Through Persecution Billy Graham Library 4330 Westmont Dr, Charlotte, NC, USA 704-401-3200 Learn the amazing story of Holocaust survivor and author Corrie Ten Boom. LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Kids Bowl Free Summer Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Sport Shot Singles No Commit League Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Blast from the Past Summer Camp Dallas Park LEARN MORE Free Summer Lunch Harold Rankin Park LEARN MORE

Woodland Naturalist Camp Woodland Naturalist Camp Daniel Stowe Conservancy 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 704-825-4490 Calling all young nature lovers! Campers will learn about our forest environment and its creatures, small and big, shy and friendly, sharing their unique habitats with us. Campers will be outside rain or shine with hands-on, engaging activities led by our Education staff and camp counselors. June 9-13 | Ages 8-12 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Kids Bowl Free Summer Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Sport Shot Singles No Commit League Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Blast from the Past Summer Camp Dallas Park LEARN MORE Free Summer Lunch Harold Rankin Park LEARN MORE

Expedition Reef Expedition Reef Schiele Museum 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 704-866-6900 Expedition Reef will immerse you in a vibrant undersea adventure. Along the way, discover how corals grow, feed, reproduce, and support over 25% of all marine life on Earth—while facing unprecedented threats from climate change, habitat destruction, and overfishing. Narrated by Tony Award® winner Lea Salonga. Now Showing Daily Recommended for all ages LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Kids Bowl Free Summer Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Sport Shot Singles No Commit League Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Blast from the Past Summer Camp Dallas Park LEARN MORE Free Summer Lunch Harold Rankin Park LEARN MORE

Apollo Story Apollo Story Schiele Museum 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 704-866-6900 Weekend Showings Recommended for all ages Over fifty years ago, Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins made history as the first crew to land on the surface of the Moon. Discover the feat that was our first lunar exploration and how this mission will inspire future generations of astronauts and space travel! LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Kids Bowl Free Summer Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Sport Shot Singles No Commit League Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Blast from the Past Summer Camp Dallas Park LEARN MORE Free Summer Lunch Harold Rankin Park LEARN MORE

Adventure Camp Adventure Camp Crowders Ridge 130 Camp Rotary Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 704-915-1096 Adventures Out There Go on an Adventure with your group! Book a week of Adventure Camp with your small group, church group, or just a group of friends! Perfect for small-scale groups looking for an authentic and high-quality experience! Email noah@crowderscamps.com for more information. 6th - 12th graders 2025 Dates June 16 - June 19 June 23 - June 26 July 7 - July 10 July 14 - July 17 LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Kids Bowl Free Summer Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Sport Shot Singles No Commit League Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Blast from the Past Summer Camp Dallas Park LEARN MORE Free Summer Lunch Harold Rankin Park LEARN MORE

Dynamic Earth Dynamic Earth Schiele Museum 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 704-866-6900 View the Earth from space! Explore the inner workings of Earth’s climate, following a trail of energy that flows from our Sun into the interconnected systems that create our weather systems. Ride on swirling ocean and wind currents, dive into the heart of the hurricane, come face-to-face with sharks and whales, and fly into fiery volcanoes. LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Kids Bowl Free Summer Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Sport Shot Singles No Commit League Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Blast from the Past Summer Camp Dallas Park LEARN MORE Free Summer Lunch Harold Rankin Park LEARN MORE

Survival Camp 101 Survival Camp 101 Daniel Stowe Conservancy 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 704-825-4490 Survival Camp 101 Campers will learn skills for survival in the outdoors including first aid, hiking, venomous plant and animal identification, and more.  After camp, they will feel more comfortable in the outdoors and grow a new appreciation of the wild world around them. Our professional instructors provide summer campers with top-level lessons and materials to learn with, while maintaining a supportive and fun environment in the outdoors. Give your young adventurers a reason to unplug and advance their skills this summer! Survival 201 Camp will have some similar information to this camp, but contains new topics and activities. Campers are welcome to sign up for both camps if interested. July 14-18 | Ages 10-14 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Kids Bowl Free Summer Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Sport Shot Singles No Commit League Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Blast from the Past Summer Camp Dallas Park LEARN MORE Free Summer Lunch Harold Rankin Park LEARN MORE

Paddling Camp Paddling Camp Daniel Stowe Conservancy 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 704-825-4490 In partnership with the Catawba Riverkeeper, Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden campers will spend five days learning skills from beginner to intermediate while exploring different locations on the South Fork and/or Catawba River in Gaston County.    Whether you are a true beginner or have experience on the water, we have something that will keep campers active, busy, and having fun! Paddling programs at DSBG build confidence, new skills, and education about their water resources and the environment and will create memories that your kids will remember for their entire lives! June 23-27 | Ages 12-15 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Kids Bowl Free Summer Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Sport Shot Singles No Commit League Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Blast from the Past Summer Camp Dallas Park LEARN MORE Free Summer Lunch Harold Rankin Park LEARN MORE

Worlds Beyond Earth Worlds Beyond Earth Schiele Museum 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 704-866-6900 Planetarium show of Worlds Beyond Earth showing weekly at the Schiele. For the first time, we have the technology to capture the Universe in incredible detail. This exciting look into cutting-edge astronomy explores the universe far beyond our human senses. LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Kids Bowl Free Summer Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Sport Shot Singles No Commit League Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Blast from the Past Summer Camp Dallas Park LEARN MORE Free Summer Lunch Harold Rankin Park LEARN MORE