# Nocturnal Animals at Crowder County Park

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

- When: Thu, Oct 29 · 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
- Where: Crowder County Park, 4709 Ten-Ten Road, Apex, NC 27539
- Ages: 1 yr +; For all ages
- Price: FREE
- Organizer: Wake County Parks, Recreation and Open Space
- Official page: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/wakeparks/activity/search/detail/9309?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US
- Last checked: Sat, Oct 24

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## About

An evening nature program at Crowder County Park in Apex about what comes alive after dark. A park naturalist explains what local critters do when the sun goes down, then the group heads out to look for some of them in the park at dusk. It is for all ages — the listing says ages 1 and up — and every participant, child and adult, must register; children need an adult with them. Meet at the Upper Pavilion, to the left of the upper playground; bring a flashlight and dress for a cool evening. Free, one hour.

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