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Just for Kids
Hey kids! What do you know about your natural world? What are your favorite animals? To learn more about your natural world, or for fun activities, click on the links below or to the right.
- Science News for Students
- Become an expert plant scientist!
- Listen to bird songs!
- Learn about geography!
- Learn and play outside with Agents of Discovery!
- Smokey Bear
- Every Kid Outdoors Pass
- U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree 2022, Ruby the Red Spruce - Timeline in History
Alerts & Warnings
- Hurricane Helene: Nantahala National ClosuresForest
- Hurricane Helene: Pisgah National Forest Closures
- Uwharrie Ranger District- Kings Mountain Point Fishing Pier Closure
- Pisgah Ranger District- Catheys Creek Road Closure
- Dogs Must be Leashed in Bent Creek
- Roan Mountain Recreation Area CLOSED For 2024 Season
- Avery Creek Rd closed due to storm damages