Daily Events During Creek Week

Some programs and activities run every day during Forsyth Creek Week,
and to keep the main calendar clear and easy to navigate, we’ve listed them on a separate page.

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  • Creekside Zen Zone

    Long Creek Park 5801 Bethania Tobaccoville Rd, Pfafftown, NC
    Fun to Do

    Morning mindfulness with the sounds of nature.

    Free
  • Family Nature Walk

    Salem Lake Park 815 Salem Park Rd, Winston-Salem, NC
    Fun to Do

    Join Chris Marsh of Forsyth Audubon for a Family Nature Walk.  We'll explore the birds and water fowl of Salem Lake along with their habitats.

    Free
  • River Rock Painting

    Carver School Road Branch Library 4915 Lansing Dr., Winston-Salem, NC
    Fun to Do

    Spend the morning painting river rocks at Carver School Road Branch Library and learn how these smooth stones are formed […]

    Free
  • Free Fishing at Salem Lake

    Salem Lake Park 815 Salem Park Rd, Winston-Salem, NC
    Fun to Do

    Rods and bait provided, no license needed, and Salem Lake fishing fees are waived for this event only. Great for new fishers and experienced anglers alike, plus free pizza!

    Free
  • Water Discoveries

    Salem Lake Park 815 Salem Park Rd, Winston-Salem, NC
    Fix the Planet

    Learn about our waterways, get your feet wet sampling macroinvertebrates in our creek, and help restore our shoreline and wildlife habitat at Salem Lake.

    Free
  • Birding Basics

    Southside Branch Library 3185 Buchanan St., Winston-Salem, NC
    Fun to Do

    Have you heard the call? Welcome to your newest obsession! The Forsyth Audubon Society will host a 1-hour workshop on birding basics and then lead a birding walk at Southside Branch Library.

    Free
  • Planting Party at Ivey Redmon

    Ivey Redmon Park 908 Beeson Rd, Kernersville, NC
    Fix the Planet

    Be a part of restoring nature by joining Town of Kernersville Stormwater in planting beautiful plants and trees along the creek at Ivy Redmon Sports Complex.

  • YRK and Town of Lewisville Paddle

    Old US 421 River Park 7695 Old Yadkinville Road, Pfafftown, NC, United States
    Fun to Do

    Come enjoy an early paddle on the Yadkin River with the Yadkin Riverkeeper and hosted by the Town of Lewisville. Paddlers are encouraged to bring their own boats. We will have a limited number of boats to use if you do not have your own.

  • A Walking Guide to the Trees of Old Salem

    Old Salem Parking Lot at West Street and Salt Street, Winston-Salem
    Tour

    Join Adam Tran, Extension Master Gardener Volunteer and Northwest Piedmont Master Naturalist Volunteer for N.C. Cooperative Extension, as he leads a tour of Old Salem’s native trees, discussing their role in the landscape, distinguishing characteristics, and both modern-day and historical uses for the wonderful diversity of trees in the Piedmont.

    Free
  • Creek Crawl at Bethania’s Black Walnut Bottom

    Black Walnut Bottoms Trail 5393 Ham Horton Ln, Bathania, NC
    Fun to Do

    NC Sierra Club Foothills Group will lead a fun and informative creek crawl along Bethania’s Black Walnut Bottom Trail, where creeks feed into Muddy Creek. Learn about Moravian history and life in the creek.

  • Creek to Screen: From Curbside to Coastline

    Trex Cinema 755 Cinema Ct., Kernersville
    Fun to Do

    From storm drain to sea—discover how our creeks connect to the ocean, then enjoy Finding Nemo on the big screen. Experience the Creek to Coast Kids Zone, featuring light snacks, crafts, games, and engaging activities before the movie.

    Free
  • Drain Marking Volunteer Event

    Miller Park 2500 Queen St, Winston-Salem, NC
    Fix the Planet

    Join the City of Winston-Salem for a volunteer storm drain marking event!

  • Intro to Fishing

    Salem Lake Park 815 Salem Park Rd, Winston-Salem, NC
    Fun to Do

    Intro to fishing at Salem Lake.

    Free
  • Moonlight Paddle with YRK at Salem Lake

    Salem Lake Park 815 Salem Park Rd, Winston-Salem, NC
    Fun to Do

    Join the Yadkin Riverkeeper staff at Salem Lake from 5pm to 9pm for a little paddling in the moonlight. Paddlers are encouraged to bring their own boats. Yadkin Riverkeeper will have a limited number of boats if you do not have your own.