Island Activities All Ages

Chop With A Cop
Chop With A Cop
Tuesday , June 25 , 2024 • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM at Throw Baxe (806 N Howe Street • Southport , NC 
Calling all teens, let's bury the hatchet!
Chop with a Cop is an exciting and FREE program that allows teens aged 13-18 to join officers from four different agencies in axe throwing competition. Only 48 spaces available! 
Teams will be randomly assigned; however selected time slots will be honored. Competition will be held in two sessions: 10:00 AM - NOON and 1:00 PM - 3:00PM.
Register online at www.OakIslandNC.gov/EVENTS (waivers must be signed by parent or guardian day of event.)
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Chop With A Cop 06/25/2024
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 806 N HOWE STREET 13–18 Years 0/24
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Chop With A Cop 06/25/2024
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 806 N HOWE STREET 13–18 Years 0/24
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Crabbing to Cuisine
Crabbing to Cuisine

Join Steve's Crab Shack learning all about the Blue Crab! Discussions include methods of catching crabs, types of bait, local areas where crabbing is permitted, as well as how to prepare and steam your catch. Participants receive hands on practice in picking Blue Crab for a taste test that is sure to have your tastebuds screaming for more!

*Participants under age 16 must attend with a registered participant age 18 and up

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May Class 05/17/2024
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 3003 E. Oak Island Drive 12+ Years 4/20
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June Class 06/21/2024
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 3003 E. Oak Island Drive 12+ Years 0/20
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July Class 07/19/2024
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 3003 E. Oak Island Drive 12+ Years 0/20
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August Class 08/16/2024
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 3003 E. Oak Island Drive 12+ Years 2/20
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Effective Positive Reinforcement Dog Training
Effective Positive Reinforcement Dog Training

Training pet parents on HOW and WHY to turn daily interactions with pets into FUN and EFFECTIVE training opportunities. While dogs are NOT invited to this seminar, you are ENCOURAGED to bring questions specific to your dog's behavior problems.

Participants will have the opportunity to apply the information learned in this seminar to build fun and effective training strategies. This class is FREE to attend. Presentation copies will be available for $20.00. Please feel free to bring snacks and drinks. Bring your learning caps for this 4-hour class. For the Dog owners not the dogs. 

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Effective Positive Dog Training 05/11/2024
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 Oak Island Community Center 1/30
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Explore The Davis Canal Kayak Tours
Explore The Davis Canal Kayak Tours
Enjoy Oak Island's beauty from the water!  Guided trips are available through the Oak Island Recreation Department.  Trips last approximately 2 hours and include kayak rentals, paddle, PFD and experienced guides.  Paddle difficulty is easy.

For more information, call Recreation Programs Supervisor, Ryan Gordon at (910) 278-4747 or email rgordon@oakislandnc.gov.
 

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Explore The Davis Canal Kayak Tours - May 9, 2024 05/09/2024
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 Tidalwaves Kayak & Canoe Launch - SE 31st Street 18+ Years 10/10
Explore The Davis Canal Kayak Tours - May 23, 2024 05/23/2024
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 Tidalwaves Kayak & Canoe Launch - SE 31st Street 18+ Years 10/10
Explore The Davis Canal Kayak Tours - June 6, 2024 06/06/2024
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 Tidalwaves Kayak & Canoe Launch - SE 31st Street 18+ Years 10/10
Explore The Davis Canal Kayak Tours - June 25, 2024 06/25/2024
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 Tidalwaves Kayak & Canoe Launch - SE 31st Street 18+ Years 7/10
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Explore The Davis Canal Kayak Tours - July 9, 2024 07/09/2024
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 Tidalwaves Kayak & Canoe Launch - SE 31st Street 18+ Years 1/10
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Explore The Davis Canal Kayak Tours - July 23, 2024 07/23/2024
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 Tidalwaves Kayak & Canoe Launch - SE 31st Street 18+ Years 2/10
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Explore The Davis Canal Kayak Tours - August 6, 2024 08/06/2024
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 Tidalwaves Kayak & Canoe Launch - SE 31st Street 18+ Years 0/10
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Explore The Davis Canal Kayak Tours - August 22, 2024 08/22/2024
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Grief and Loss Support Sessions
Grief and Loss Support Sessions

When: Last Wednesday of each month.

June 26 , July 31 , August 28 , 2024 • 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

When: Last Wednesday of each month.

June 26 , July 31 , August 28 , 2024 • 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

 


A safe and inclusive space to share the challenges of coping with loss of love , purpose, or place.

Pre-Register at www.OakIslandNC.gov/EVENTS

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Grief and Loss Support Sessions 06/26/2024
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 Town Of Oak Island Recreation Center 2/20
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Grief and Loss Support Sessions 07/31/2024
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 Town Of Oak Island Recreation Center 1/20
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Grief and Loss Support Sessions 08/28/2024
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Introduction to Drawing
Introduction to Drawing
Students develop black/white drawing techniques & principles. Students use various dry media and ink. Creativity is encouraged! Students must be 15 and older. Supplies needed for the class 10x12 sketchbook, larger paper (student’s choice), ink. Pencils, Erasers and Blending stubs will be provided by the Recreation Department. The following topics are covered: Control of lines, Control of shapes, Control of values, suggesting visual textures, Composition, Drawing from observation, Contour drawing and gesture drawing and Linear perspective. For more information, please contact Emily Kincer at 910-278-5518 or Ekincer@OakIslandNC.gov. To register please visit www.OakIslandNC.gov/EVENTS.
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Introduction to Drawing 05/07/2024–06/06/2024
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 Town Of Oak Island Recreation Center 13+ Years 8/16
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Introduction to History of Art
Introduction to History of Art
Students learn to distinguish painting, sculpture, architecture and Photography styles that occur in different historical periods. Students gain chronological understanding of art movements and how they relate to social history and religion. Supplies needed for class is just a notebook, no textbook used and no test! Selected works to be examined: Paleolithic cave paintings, Egyptian art, Minoan Painting & Cycladic idols, Greek sculpture & architecture, Early Christian symbolism & architecture, Roman art & architecture, Romanesque/Gothic architecture, Renaissance Art, 19th Century Painting: Neo-Classical/Romantic, Impressionism & Post- Impressionism, 20th Century art, Pop Art, Contemporary Painting, sculpture. For More information Contact Emily Kincer 910-278-5518 or Ekincer@oakislandnc.gov. To Register Visit www.OakIslandNC.gov/EVENTS.
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Introduction to History of Art 05/11/2024–06/08/2024
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 Town Of Oak Island Recreation Center 18+ Years 1/14
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Parking Lot Picasso
Parking Lot Picasso
Parking Lot Picasso is an event where participants will be given a space on the sidewalk going around the recreation center to be creative with chalk. Participants will create their piece of art work in their given space. There will be judges and the winners will receive a ribbon. Participants will have an hour-and-a-half to create their masterpieces and then they will be judged. For more information and to register visit www.OakIslandNC.gov/EVENTS or call 910-278-5518.
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Parking Lot Picasso 06/15/2024
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 Town Of Oak Island Recreation Center 0/30
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Surf Fishing Seminars with Ian Sands
Surf Fishing Seminars with Ian Sands
You'll learn everything you need to take a fish from the surf sand to the frying pan.  In this class, specifically designed for Oak Island anglers, we'll discuss the different fish in our surf and talk about the right rig and bait for the fish you want to catch.  

For more information, call Recreation Programs Supervisor at (910) 278-4747 or email rgordon@oakislandnc.gov
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Surf Fishing Seminars with Ian Sands 05/24/2024–05/25/2024
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Surf Fishing Seminars with Ian Sands 06/21/2024–06/22/2024
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Surf Fishing Seminars with Ian Sands 09/27/2024–09/28/2024
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 Ocean Education Building - 4700 E. Oak Island Dr. (across from Town Hall), TBD at Friday's Class 1/15
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Surf Fishing Seminars with Ian Sands 10/18/2024–10/19/2024
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Between The Lines: Book Club
Between The Lines: Book Club
Share your love of reading with other members of your community will Oak Island Recreation Department’s first book club. “Between The Lines” will feature a new book each month for participants to dive into tantalizing discussion as we navigate through a variety of genres. Bring your book, and a chair, as we meet at different parks throughout Oak Island (We will move indoors in the event of inclement weather). Light refreshments will be served. Participants are responsible for purchasing their own copy of their book with pre-registration required. "Between the Lines" will meet monthly from 2:00 -3:00 PM at TBA locations. Spaces are limited to be sure to reserve your seat today!

Upcoming Meeting Dates:
Friday, March 15, 2024: "The Little Old Lady Who Broke All The Rules" By Catherina Ingelman-Sunberg
Friday, April 19, 2024: "A Good Neighborhood" By Theresa Anne Fowler
Friday, May 17, 2024: "The Villa" By Rachel Hawkins
Friday, June 21, 2024: "Hello Sunshine" By Laura Davis


For questions, simply reach out to Carrie Jennewein at cjennewein@oakislandnc.gov.
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Between The Lines Book Club: May- "The Villa" 05/17/2024
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 Oak Island Nature Center 18+ Years 8/24
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Between The Lines Book Club: June - "Hello Sunshine" 06/21/2024
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 Bill Smith Park 18+ Years 4/24
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Between The Lines Book Club: July- "Tropic of Stupid" 07/26/2024
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 Register Park (5202 E Yacht Dr, Oak Island, NC 28465) 18+ Years 0/24
Between The Lines Book Club: August - "Skinny Dip" 08/23/2024
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 Veterans Park (1408 E Yacht Dr, Oak Island, NC 28465) 18+ Years 0/24
Between The Lines Book Club: September- "A Spoonful of Murder" 09/27/2024
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 Middleton Park ( 102 SE 47th St., Oak Island, NC 28465) 18+ Years 0/24
Between The Lines Book Club: October- "The Candy House" 10/18/2024
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 Bill Smith Park (4446 Fish Factory Rd SE, Southport, NC 28461) 18+ Years 0/24
Between The Lines Book Club: November- "The Wishing Game" 11/15/2024
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 Oak Island Ocean Education Center (4700 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island NC 28465) 18+ Years 0/24
Between The Lines Book Club: December- "The Paper Bag Christmas" 12/13/2024
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 Oak Island Ocean Education Center(4700 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island NC 28465) 18+ Years 0/24