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Celebrate National Get Outdoors Day in Southwest Louisiana: Events and Family Activities

Celebrate National Get Outdoors Day in Southwest Louisiana: Events and Family ActivitiesJoin us for National Get Outdoors Day on Saturday, June 10! Disconnect from screens, apply sunscreen and bug spray, stay hydrated, and embrace the great outdoors for healthy, active fun.

National Get Outdoors Day (GO Day) promotes outdoor activities tailored to your interests—hiking, kayaking, camping, trail biking, nature walks, fishing, paddle boarding, or a leisurely park stroll with your dog.

For family-friendly inspiration, attend the free Get Outdoors Day event at Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point on Saturday, June 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This premier visitor center equips kids and adults with essential information to explore the Creole Nature Trail.

Celebrate National Get Outdoors Day in Southwest Louisiana: Events and Family Activities

Expect hands-on experiences with baby alligators, educational displays from Friends of Southwest Louisiana National Wildlife Refuges & Wetlands, appearances by Gumbeaux Gator, coloring books, and a craft to create your own outdoor adventure journal.

Celebrate National Get Outdoors Day in Southwest Louisiana: Events and Family Activities

10 Must-Try Outdoor Activities

  1. Exploring the Creole Nature Trail
  2. Hiking
  3. Trail Biking/Riding
  4. Paddle Boarding
  5. Kayaking
  6. Fishing
  7. Park Walking
  8. Birding
  9. Shelling
  10. Beachin’

Discover more ideas in our Outdoor Adventures itinerary. Share your GO Day experiences with #VisitLakeCharles and #GODay.

Learn more about National Get Outdoors Day.

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