In the hours before a major winter snowstorm, the Friends of Lake James State Park hosted it’s most successful public fundraising event since the group formed in 2010.
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The fall of 2021 is shaping up to be jam packed with things to do and see in and around the park. At the time of publication, the list included:
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Volunteer opportunity on April 24 for Swim Run Lake James
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If you missed the 2nd annual Lake James Dragonboat Festival, Sept. 30, do yourself a favor and mark your calendar now for 2018. This year 14 teams participated in the event, hosted by the Lake James Healing Dragons club.
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The 14th annual Catawba RiverFest, Lake James State Park’s signature event, enjoyed enthusiastic crowds, new activities and exhibitors, expanded entertainment and food options and perfect weather.
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There’s no denying the popularity of astronomy programs at Lake James State Park. Throughout the year, Superintendent Nora Coffey hosts evenings in the upper parking lot at the Paddy’s Creek Area for participants to gaze at the moon, planets, stars and other heavenly bodies.
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Thirty years ago, McDowell and Burke counties joined together to have a state park created on Lake James. In a team effort between both chambers of commerce and county commissions, the counties lobbied their state representatives for funding for a park.
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Catherine Gamewell, a rising junior at Patton High School, makes the turn in her homemade boat at the Lake James State Park swim beach. Gamewell and other students at Patton High School were participating in Paul Gantt’s Engineering Camp.
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Save the Date! Don’t miss the fantastic camaraderie and visual spectacle of the Lake James Dragon Boat Festival, Sept. 30, at the Paddy’s Creek Area of Lake James State Park.
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There’s Something for Everyone at RiverFest! The 14th annual Catawba RiverFest will take place on Sept. 16th.
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Lake James State Park will experience a 96-percent eclipse of the sun during the August 21st solar eclipse.
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The 14th Annual Catawba RiverFest will be Sept. 16. The Friends of Lake James State Park is seeking volunteers to serve on the festival planning committee. Vendors and exhibitors are also being sought for this family-friendly event.
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Lake James State Park hosted the Statewide Star Party on Saturday, April 22.
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