July-September 2014 Programs at Historic Yates Mill County Park Please register for programs at Historic Yates Mill. Call the park office at (919) 856-6675, or go to our website at www.wakegov.com/parks/yatesmill for registration or for more information on our programs. Weekend Mill Tours A variety of tour types are available. All funds raised through tours go to the non-profit group Yates Mill Associates (www.yatesmill.org) and support the mill’s ongoing maintenance and operations. Saturdays at the Old Mill Tours July 5, 12 & 26, Aug. 2, 9, 23 & 30 and Sept. 6, 13 & 27; between 1-3 pm Join us for a half-hour guided tour (starting at 1 pm, 1:30 pm, 2 pm, 2:30 pm or 3 pm) to view the historic mill’s main power drive and milling machinery, and explore aspects of the mill's history and preservation. For all ages; fee: $5/Adult, $4/Senior (ages 60+), $3/Child (ages 7-16), Children ages 6 & younger are free. Preregistration is encouraged. Mill Heritage and Local History Tours July 6, 13 & 27, Aug. 3, 10, 24 & 31 and Sept. 7, 14 & 28; from 2-3 pm Discover Historic Yates Mill - a place of business, community and exciting local history! Explore the inner workings of the mill itself and witness the power of water as it turns the milling machinery. For all ages; fee: $5/Adult, $4/Senior (ages 60+), $3/Child (ages 7-16), Children ages 6 & younger are free. Most appropriate for ages 7 and older. Preregistration is encouraged. Corn Milling Demonstrations Yates Mill’s full corn grinding operation is demonstrated on the third weekend of each month from March through November and can be viewed by taking a half-hour corn grinding tour with a costumed guide. Costumed Corn Grinding Tours Saturdays, July 19, Aug. 16 & Sept. 20; 10 am-12 pm & 1-4 pm Sundays, July 20, Aug. 17 & Sept. 21; 1-4 pm It`s 1863 at Yates Mill and the yard is alive with activity! Step back in time with our 19th century costumed interpreters and watch the millstones at work grinding corn into meal. Tour fee: $5/Adult, $4/Senior (ages 60 & over), $3/Child (ages 7-16), Children ages 6 & under are free. Preregistration is encouraged. Tours are not available between 12-1 pm and the last tour of the day begins at 3:40 pm. Yates Mill merchandise is for sale during the corn grinding weekends, while stone-ground cornmeal and mill postcards are available daily 8:30 am to 5 pm in the visitor center. Weekday Mill Tours & School Programs Organized groups and schools can explore the mill’s history and operations by participating in a guided mill tour and other hands-on park programs such as pond studies, nature hikes and more. Preregistration is required. For details and to schedule a visit to the park, call staff at (919) 856-5638 or visit our website, www.wakegov.com/parks/yatesmill. Historic Trades Demonstration Free demos and displays for all ages are available each month from March to November. Preregistration is not required. Stop by anytime! Ice Suppliers and Tradesmen Saturday, July 19; between 1-4 pm Cool summer treats like ice cream, snow cones, and popsicles all have one thing in common. Ice! Valued around the world for its cooling purposes for thousands of years, it was first harvested as a sale-able commodity in the United States in the early 1800s. Explore the history of this often overlooked essential ingredient and try out ice bowling. For all ages; fee: FREE! The Candy Maker Saturday, August 16; between 1-4 pm Did you know that candy was originally a form of medicine either used to calm the digestive system or cool a sore throat? Due to the high cost of sugar and the specialized knowledge needed to make candy, it did not become widely available in the United States until the early 1800s. Join us to learn about the trade of candy making, taste some penny candy, and take a trip around the globe to explore the world’s favorite sugary treats. For all ages; fee: FREE! Kids' History Detective Tour Saturday, July 12; 11 am-12 pm Do you have what it takes to be a History Detective? Come to Yates Mill and find out! Solve puzzles, hunt for clues, and investigate the mystery of milling with real historical artifacts. Most appropriate for ages 5-12. Fee: $4/Child (ages 5-16), Children ages 4 & younger are free. Fee for accompanying adults: $5/Adult and $4/Senior (ages 60+). Preregistration is required. Special Event: 9th Annual Fall Harvest Festival Saturday, September 20 11am-3 pm This free family-oriented event includes costumed corn grinding tours of Yates Mill, a fun children’s scavenger hunt activity, live music and dance, story-tellers, community displays, hand-craft demonstrations and sales, antique vehicles, farm tool displays, food vendors, and much more! Preregistration is not required. Quarter Year Programs at Historic Yates Mill County Park continued Family Programs For families of all ages to enjoy a park experience together. Fee: $5/family or $3/Person. Preregistration is required. Up, Up and Away Astronomy: Stories in the Sky Friday, July 18, 7-8 pm Make a sky chart and learn what constellations are in the sky this season. Learn some sky-related myths, then write your own! For ages 8 and up. This program is weather dependent. Yates by Night: Night Riddles Friday, August 8; 8-9 pm Join a park naturalist for a walk in the park after dark. No flashlights allowed! Find hidden clues along the way to answer a night time riddle. For ages 8 and up (with an accompanying adult). Recreational Adventures Preregistration is required. Space is limited so register early! Paddle the Pond Saturdays, July 26, Aug. 23 and Sept. 27 10-11 am and 2-3 pm Come out to Yates Mill Pond for a morning canoe float. After basic instruction, explore the pond’s many features as seen only from the water. Canoes, paddles and life jackets will be provided. This program is subject to suitable weather conditions. For ages 6+ (with at least one accompanying adult); fee: $10/Boat. Family Fishing Fun Sundays, July 27, Aug. 24 and Sept. 28; 9-10 am Natural Explorations These programs encourage families and friends of all ages to enjoy a park experience together. FREE! Preregistration is required. Take a Child Outside Monday, September 29, 5:30 – 6:30 pm Spend some quality time enjoying the great outdoors with your family while getting some fresh air and exercise. Develop your child’s interest in nature and listen to a park naturalist as they share their knowledge of and experiences with nature and wildlife. Summer Camps Yates Mill’s camps offer your child hands-on history and nature activities including tours of the old mill, visits with live animals, hikes, crafts, games, and more. Each day offers a different theme. There will be 2 adult staff with the kids at all times. Kids bring their own lunch and snacks. Preregistration is required. Time Detectives Monday—Thursday, July 7–10; 9 am–4 pm Ages 8–12; Fee: $154/child (Track 4, traditional and homeschool) Attention Gumshoes, there's been a burglary at Yates Mill and we need your help! Collect clues, solve puzzles and bring the thieves to justice! Using science, art, archaeology and interviews with historical people, we'll learn how real historians solve history mysteries every day. Keep up with all of the park’s events and happenings! www.facebook.com/yatesmill www.twitter.com/YatesMillPark Come out to the millpond and fish the old-fashioned way - we'll provide you with a cane pole, tackle, and bait, along with basic instructions and assistance with identifying fish species. You'll need to bring your own luck and patience! For ages 5 & up, with accompanying adult; fee: $5/Family or $3/Person. Track Out Days Track out at Yates Mill! Children in Grades K-5 participate in curriculum-correlated activities, together and by grade-level. Great for homeschoolers and track outs! Join us for one, two or all three days. Fee: $12/Day or $30/For all three days. Preregistration is required. Carolina Clues Tuesday-Thursday, Aug. 26-28; 1-4 pm Attention budding detectives, there's been a burglary at Yates Mill and we need your help. Collect clues, solve puzzles and bring the thieves to justice! Using science, art, and archaeology we`ll learn how real historians solve history mysteries every day. Volunteer Interest Session Friday, September 5, 5:30-6:30 pm Want to do more to help out your community park? Consider volunteering at Yates Mill! Join us to learn about the exciting ways you can lend a hand. Call for details: (919) 856-6675. Visit www.wakegov.com/parks/yatesmill and sign up for our email list to receive program and volunteer information! July-September 2014 Programs at Historic Yates Mill County Park continued Home-School Days Little Historians Preregistration is required. For ages 5-7; $4/child (or $10 for 3 LH programs). Preregistration is required. Messing About in Boats Monday, July 21; 10:30 am –12 pm Ratty, Badger and Mr. Toad love spending leisurely summer days boating on the river. Folks coming to Yates Mill did, too! Make your own simple boat and enter it in our Mill Pond Regatta. One never knows what sorts of adventures a simple day on the water can bring. For ages 6 and up (with an accompanying adult); fee: $4/Child. This program is available upon request for organized groups during the month of July. Flights of Fancy Tuesday, August 19; 10 am –12 pm What do Leonardo da Vinci, Otto Lilienthal, Orville and Wilbur Wright and Amelia Earhart all have in common? They all studied aviation or piloted airplanes. In celebration of National Aviation Day, join us to learn the history of flight and the historical figures that made it possible through fun experiments, games, and crafts. For ages 8-12, fee: $4/Child. The World of Beatrix Potter Thursday, September 25; 10 am –12 pm Beatrix Potter was a naturalist who used art to tell stories. Learn from her techniques to make stories of your own! Celebrate National Comic Book Day with this outdoor creative experience for "Take A Child Outside" week. For all ages; fee: $4/Child. A Teddy Bear Picnic Thursday, July 10; 12-1 pm A "Teddy Bears' Picnic" is a song with a 1907 melody by American composer John Walter Bratton and lyrics by Irish songwriter Jimmy Kennedy in 1932. It remains popular as a children's song today. Grab your own lunch and teddy bear from home, and join us as we "go down to the woods today" for a fun picnic together in the park. We'll explore the history of the Teddy Bear and play some sweet bear games. Light The Way Thursday, August 7; 11 am-12 pm August 7th is National Lighthouse Day! North Carolina is home to nine lighthouses including Cape Hatteras, the tallest in the United States. Join us to hear the true heroic tale of Abbie Burgess, a young woman who was forced to run her family's lighthouse alone in the winter of 1856. Play a lighthouse game and make your own model lighthouse to take home. Constitution Day Wednesday, September 17; 11 am-12 pm On this day we celebrate the adoption of the United States Constitution. Join us to learn about why the constitution is important and make your own Statue of Liberty hat and torch to take home. New Series! Art in the Park Golden Years Nature Walk Wednesday, September 10; 8:30 – 9:30 am Walking helps you stay strong and fit! Join us for a short nature walk (3/4-mile) just for seniors. Learn to identify native plants and wildlife and visit the park's two boardwalks for some nature viewing. Binoculars will be provided or you can bring your own. Make sure to bring water and wear sturdy hiking shoes! For ages 55 and older. * Project Friendship * Sunday, August 3; 8:30 am—5 pm Come by the park center anytime to participate in a collaborative community art project celebrating Friendship Day. A variety of artistic materials will be provided to help you to express your vision of friendship and goodwill. For all ages; FREE! Little Sprouts For ages 3-5 with accompanying adult; $4/Child (or $10 for three LS programs). Preregistration is required. Helping Our Animal Friends Let’s Play Outside! Apple Seeds and Orchard Fun Wednesday, July 23; 11 am-12 pm Wednesday, August 20; 2-3 pm Friday, September 26; 11 am-12 pm Our pets need our care every day. But did you know there are ways we can help wild animals, too? Join us for an educational story on the back porch. Then go for a nature walk to see the ways our park helps our wild animal friends. Come to the park for some outdoor fun! Try some new games from around the world. Learn how baby animals play and why play is important. Listen to a story about Johnny Appleseed, who's based on John Chapman, the American frontier nurseryman. Play "fruit dash" and "apple bushel toss". Then create a seed work of art!