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NewsMolly SandfossMay 24, 2022events

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:

NewsMolly SandfossNovember 7, 2021events

Get Ready for Juneteenth!

NewsMolly SandfossMay 9, 2021events

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Volunteer opportunity on April 24 for Swim Run Lake James

VolunteersMolly SandfossMay 6, 2021events

2nd Annual Dragon Boat Festival

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.

NewsMolly SandfossNovember 7, 2017dragon boat, events, featured

Park Celebrates Another Successful RiverFest

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.

NewsMolly SandfossNovember 7, 2017celebration, events, featured, RiverFest

Astronomy Equipment Donated to Park

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.

News, VolunteersMolly SandfossNovember 7, 2017astronomy, events, featured

Park Celebrates 30 Years

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.

NewsMolly SandfossNovember 7, 2017birthday, celebration, events, featured, staff

Sea Tests for Young Boat Builders Successful

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.

NewsMolly SandfossSeptember 5, 2017events

2nd Annual Lake James Dragon Boat Festival

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.

NewsMolly SandfossSeptember 5, 2017events, featured

14th Annual Catawba RiverFest

There’s Something for Everyone at RiverFest! The 14th annual Catawba RiverFest will take place on Sept. 16th.

NewsMolly SandfossSeptember 5, 2017events, featured, RiverFest

Save the Date

Lake James State Park will experience a 96-percent eclipse of the sun during the August 21st solar eclipse.

NewsMolly SandfossJuly 12, 2017events, featured

Save the Date

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.

NewsMolly SandfossMay 19, 2017events, RiverFest