IN LATTA NATURE PRESERVE
6345 SAMPLE ROAD
HUNTERSVILLE, NC 28078
In honor of Mountain Island Lake's 100th year, Quest is hosting a centennial celebration in 2024! The lake supports our community in a number of ways, including electricity generation, drinking water, and recreation opportunities. Visit Quest any time from April through September to learn more and make Mountain Island Lake a part of your life.
Events
PAST EVENT
Sat April 13
10:00am-3:00pm
Discover the value of water through a variety of hands-on Science activities generously provided by partner organizations including Charlotte Water, Duke Energy, and Catawba Riverkeeper.
Paddle out to enjoy a day on the lake! We'll have reservable canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards, or sign up to bring your own. There will be music, games, and plenty of open water for all!
Registration is required. Participants will receive an identifier and a swag bag upon registration.
FREE EVENT
Sat September 28
10:00am-3:00pm
Celebrate the 100th birthday of Mountain Island Lake by sharing your stories and fond memories of time spent in, on, or around the water. Family friendly event will also have free frozen treats, face painting, tie-dye, and more!
Programs
H2O Fun and Discovery
Sat August 11th 1:00pm
Join Charlotte Water at Quest for H2O fun and discovery! Through hands-on games and trivia, we’ll be diving into how Charlotte Water serves our region through providing clean drinking water and treating wastewater. Get ready to win fantastic prizes and soak up essential water wisdom!
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With guests:
Charlotte Water
Water Cycle Wonders
Mon Aug 12 (age 6-9)
Thu Aug 15 (age 10-12)
Dive into the world of water as we journey through the water cycle. Kids will explore through hands-on experiments, cool activities, and fun games.
It's Our Water
Sun Aug 25 1:00pm
Discover the importance of Mountain Island Lake any why water is a unique resource to us all. Get ready to participate in water sampling/testing, making a homemade filter, and participating in a few water-related activities. For ages 4-12.
Stargazing Kayak Tour on Mountain Island Lake
Tue September 3
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Search the night sky for shooting stars while paddling a kayak through the calm waters off the shore at Latta Nature Preserve. ACA certified staff and educators will be on hand to identify and share the stories behind some of your favorite constellations. All paddling equipment is provided.
*This program will meet at the Gar Creek Kayak Launch*
Kayak Tour on Mountain Island Lake
Various Saturdays and Sundays through October
It's time to dip our paddles into the water at Mountain Island Lake. Enjoy a tour of the coves, shorelines, and returning signs of spring. Our ACA certified staff are there to make this an enjoyable experience for paddlers of all skill levels. All equipment provided.
All skill levels welcome. Beginner friendly.
Muddy Boots Hits the Water
Ages 11-17
Tue September 17 10:00am
Spend the day fine-tuning your paddle strokes while keeping your eyes peeled for ospreys and herons…Muddy Boots is going kayaking! The group will begin at Neck Rd boat launch and end at paddlesport pavilion with a stop for lunch on the sandbar.