# Eager Explorers: Going on a Bear Hunt at Wilkerson Nature Preserve

> Event for families in the Raleigh–Cary area (NC). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Thu, Dec 10 · 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- Where: Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve, 5229 Awls Haven Dr., Raleigh, NC 27614
- Ages: Ages 3–7
- Price: $4 per child (adults free)
- Organizer: City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources
- Official page: https://ncraleighweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/iteminfo.html?Module=AR&FMID=516869723
- Last checked: Tue, Nov 3

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## About

Preschool nature program at Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve — a Going on a Bear Hunt adventure with stories, crafts and a nature-trail activity (trail is not stroller accessible). A parent or adult attends with the child; no charge for adults.

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