Weekend activities at Lake Red Rock

There's always something happening at Lake Red Rock. Check out these upcoming activities:

• 9 p.m. Friday — Creatures of the Night Hike, Wallashuck Campground

Hike along a woodland trail in search of the night shift. Follow the tracks left behind by critters of the night and listen for owl calls and other lurking creatures.

• 8 a.m. Saturday — Birdwatching Hike, North Overlook Picnic

Take a journey on a quest to discover Red Rock's winged wonders!Learn some of the basics of spotting birds and identifying them by sight and sound. Bring your binoculars or borrow a pair from us. Closed-toe shoes and long pants recommended.

• 10:30 a.m. Saturday — Nature Science, Visitor Center

Let's break out the microscopes and take a closer look at what nature has to offer. No lab coat? No problem. Just bring your inquisitive mind.

1 to 3 p.m. Saturday — Let's Go Paddling!, Roberts Creek

Enjoy the chance to experience both canoeing and kayaking in the same day. Give one or both types of watercraft a try and see how much fun paddling can be. You must be at least 10 years old to use kayaks. Life jackets will be provided. Programs may be canceled if inclement weather and wind conditions.

7 p.m. Saturday — Geocaching, Whitebreast Campground

You're never too old for hide-and-seek: have some fun and give geocaching a try. This sport uses the technology of GPS (Global Positioning System) to hunt for caches hidden in an area. Bring your own GPS unit or borrow one from us. Learn some of the basics, then try it on your own anywhere you travel.

Programs are free of charge and reservations are not needed. Outdoor activities will be canceled if raining. For more information, contact Lake Red Rock at 641-828-7522 or via email at lakeredrock@usace.army.mil.