Come make a trio of 12 inch plant stakes to add some fun to your Spring potted plants! You can choose from a wide variety of colored beads and charms.

April 15, 2026

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

$25 per person

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.

Join Oak Island Recreation for our series of education programs at both the Oak Island Nature Center and the Oak Island Ocean Education Center! These programs are 1.5 hour sessions for kids that cover a wide array of topics pertaining to the natural world around us, and the varying ecosystems found here in our backyard. on Oak Island. This program is open to all students within the 6-12 age range. For each offering during a month, there will be two sessions: one in the day, one in the afternoon. This is to ensure access for students in our homeschool networks, as well as access for students in public or private education institutions. If you have any questions about this program, please reach out to Jacob Hyle (jhyle@oakislandnc.gov) for more information!

Registration Information:

• For registration, only the student needs to be registered to ensure participation. Parents are welcome to watch the activity, and help assist in learning, but we do ask that no parent registers themselves to ensure accurate numbers. This is not a drop off/pickup program. If you have any confusion or concerns about this, please reach out to Jacob Hyle.

Pricing:

• Residents: $10
• Non-Residents: $12

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

Lights! Camera! Confidence! Acting classes for teens aged 14–18, focused on film-style performance, audition skills, and creative self-expression through scene study.

WHERE: Recreation center

1 DAY PER WEEK 

There will be 4 session dates that are every Wednesday in April

4/1/2026 - 4/22/2026

Time: 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

COST: $100 / month

and screen-focused techniques! All in a fun, encouraging space. Taught by Actor & Filmmaker KAMRYN SANDS.

Cardboard Boat Race

When: Saturday, August 1, 2026• 10:00 AM
Where: Dutchman Creek Park • 4750 Fish Factory Road

Helmets are required for youth 12 and under. 
Youth division must be two 12 and under person crew. 
If you have 1 adult and 1 youth you are in the adult division. 
All participants must bring their own life jacket!! 


Objective:
  To build a Dutchman Creek Worthy" vessel; using cardboard, duct tape, and glue that will successfully carry two passengers from a starting line at the kayak launch to the finish line at the end.

Entry Fee:
Donation of at least $10.00 in non-perishable goods (canned food, utensils, ect.), for use in future donation events. 

Schedule

Boat Registration                    10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Boat Introductions                  10:30 AM - 10:45 AM

Boater safety briefing             10:45 AM - 11:00 AM

Youth Race                             11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Adult Race                              12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Award Ceremony                      1:15 PM - 2:15 PM

Conclusion                                2:15 PM - 3:00 PM

Time could vary based on participants.

See The Link Below for the EVENT RULES and the participant information and waiver. You can print off the waiver and bring signed to the event. 

2025 Dutchman Dingy reg packet (2).pdf