About us
Looking for fun things to do in your free time? look no further! Stevens Creek Outdoor Recreation is based out of the new nature center in Mint hill. We are going to be offering a wide variety of adventure programs in the county as well as day trips out of the county. From longboarding on greenways to campfires at our preserve, we will be offering all kinds of fun programs to get you off your couch and to meet new people in your community. All skill levels are welcome to our programs!
Upcoming events
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- $120.00
Wilderness Workshop - Adult Summer Camp - Saturdays, July 11, 18, & 25, 2026
Stevens Creek Nature Preserve, 15700 Thompson Rd, Mint Hill, NC, US# Wilderness Workshop - Adult Summer Camp - Saturdays, July 11, 18, & 25, 2026
Let your inner child play and explore during this adult summer camp. Over 3 Saturday mornings, relive summer fun with our nature-focused activities. Make friendship bracelets, interact with native wildlife, and practice classic outdoor skills like archery and fire building! This half-day weekend camp is the perfect bite-size of summer nostalgia.
## Meeting dates: Saturdays, July 11, 18, & 25, 2026; 9am-1pm daily
RSVP's are closed. Follow link below to register and pay.
SCNP: Wilderness Workshop - Adult Summer Camp
Ages 18 and older
Mecklenburg County Residents $100.00
Non-Residents $120.00
Stevens Creek Nature Center
15700 Thompson Road
980.314.25261 attendee - $12.00
The Joy of (Spray) Painting (7/17)
Stevens Creek Nature Preserve, 15700 Thompson Rd, Mint Hill, NC, USExperience an exciting medium for making vivid, fun, creative works of art - spray paint! Tap into your modern Bob Ross vibes, following step-by-step instructions to practice the basics techniques. Then, use what you've learned to design a few masterpieces of your own; you'll take home at least 3 paintings. This class is designed for beginners; no prior experience needed.
RSVP's are closed. Follow link below to register and pay.
SCNP: The Joy of (Spray) Painting (7/17)
Ages 8 and older
Mecklenburg County Residents $10.00
Non-Residents $12.00Stevens Creek Nature Center
15700 Thompson Road
980.314.25261 attendee 
Adult/Senior Bingo (drop-in; 7/24)
Stevens Creek Nature Preserve, 15700 Thompson Rd, Mint Hill, NC, USBring a friend or make new ones at Stevens Creek's new monthly drop-in bingo. Standard and themed bingo will be called each month, with prizes provided. BYO snacks and beverages as desired.
RSVP's are closed. Follow link below to register and pay.
SCNP: Adult/Senior Bingo (drop-in; 7/24)
Ages 18 and older
Mecklenburg County Residents FREE
Non-Residents FREEStevens Creek Nature Center
15700 Thompson Road
980.314.25261 attendee- $14.00
SCNP: Borrow a Kayak @ Col. Francis Beatty Park (8/1)
Colonel Francis J. Beatty Park, 4330 Weddington Rd, Matthews, NC, USBorrow a Boat - August 1
Want to go kayaking but don't have your own? Have one but just don't want to haul it out today? Borrow one of ours! We provide all gear and safety equipment, you provide the paddling power. Our boats are stable and comfortable - perfect for beginners and experienced paddlers alike. Enjoy the lake for a full 1 or 2 or 3 hours in your single or tandem (2-person) kayak.This event takes place Col. Francis Beatty Park. Registered participants will receive additional details by email closer to the program date.
RSVP's are closed. Follow link below to register and pay.
SCNP: Borrow a Boat @ Col. Francis Beatty Park (8/1)
Single kayak: Ages 10+
Mecklenburg County Resident $10.00
Non-Resident $14.00
Tandem kayak Ages 5+; must register one adult age 18+
Mecklenburg County Resident $12.00
Non-Resident $16.001 attendee
Past events
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