Friends of the Bay Lakes

05/13/2026

This Sunday at Jones Lake State Park. Call the park office at 910-588-4550 to reserve your spot, space is limited. Ages 10 and up, minors must be accompanied by an adult.

05/07/2026

Mark your calendar and make plans to drop by.

05/07/2026

There's still time to register! This Saturday at Jones Lake State Park.

04/20/2026

Raffle drawing for Prize bundle #2 and the winner is.... Kevin Oldham!

Congratulations and we will be calling to set up a pick up time!

04/20/2026

Raffle drawing for Prize bundle #1 and the winner is.... Scott Idol!

Congratulations and we will be calling to set up a pick up time!

04/17/2026

This is a free event! Hope to see you tomorrow!

Jones Lake State Park's EXPLORATION EXPO (a NC Science Festival Event) on Saturday, April 18th. This family-friendly event is packed with exciting opportunities for kids to explore, create, and learn through interactive stations and activities.

🍔 Hungry after exploring? Grab a bite from the BCC Food Truck and finish your day with a sweet treat from J&S Ice Cream!

Bring your curiosity, your friends, and the whole family for a fun-filled day of exploration! ADMISSION IS FREE!

04/16/2026

It's going to be beautiful weather Saturday! Bring the kids for the event and plan to stay to have lunch, supporting the Bladen Community College Culinary students, and don't forget to save room for my favorite ice cream, J&S Ice Cream & Treats!

Jones Lake State Park's EXPLORATION EXPO (a NC Science Festival Event) on Saturday, April 18th. This family-friendly event is packed with exciting opportunities for kids to explore, create, and learn through interactive stations and activities.

🍔 Hungry after exploring? Grab a bite from the BCC Food Truck and finish your day with a sweet treat from J&S Ice Cream!

Bring your curiosity, your friends, and the whole family for a fun-filled day of exploration! ADMISSION IS FREE!

04/14/2026

Jones Lake State Park's EXPLORATION EXPO (a NC Science Festival Event) on Saturday, April 18th. This family-friendly event is packed with exciting opportunities for kids to explore, create, and learn through interactive stations and activities.

🍔 Hungry after exploring? Grab a bite from the BCC Food Truck and finish your day with a sweet treat from J&S Ice Cream!

Bring your curiosity, your friends, and the whole family for a fun-filled day of exploration! ADMISSION IS FREE!

04/13/2026

Come out this weekend to Jones Lake! It's going to be a beautiful weekend!

Jones Lake State Park's EXPLORATION EXPO (a NC Science Festival Event) on Saturday, April 18th. This family-friendly event is packed with exciting opportunities for kids to explore, create, and learn through interactive stations and activities.

🍔 Hungry after exploring? Grab a bite from the BCC Food Truck and finish your day with a sweet treat from J&S Ice Cream!

Bring your curiosity, your friends, and the whole family for a fun-filled day of exploration! ADMISSION IS FREE!