Beloved Bobcat Kirby Has Passed

Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium is deeply saddened to announce the death of Kirby the bobcat. Kirby died peacefully in his sleep under the care of naturalist staff in his enclosure during the morning of March 10, 2022. At 18 years old,…

Summer Naturalist Internship

Want to spend your summer at Bays Mountain Park? We're looking for a naturalist intern! Review the information below, and submit your application by April 4, 2022 for consideration. Qualifications: Applicant must be a current student having…

50th Anniversary Books Unveiled

Last night, November 16, the two books created for Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium’s 50th Anniversary were officially unveiled to a crowd of supporters and local media. The winner of the “I am Bays Mountain” stories contest was announced…

Bays Mountain Wants to Hear from You!

None of what goes on at Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium would be possible without your support—so the staff at Bays Mountain wants to hear from you. Bays Mountain is asking visitors to help out the park by taking 10 minutes out of…

A Night With Rangers

Join Bays Mountain Park at Bays Mountain Brewing Company this Thursday, October 21 for “A Night with Rangers.” It’s a little like stand-up comedy, but with real nature stories from Bays Mountain Park naturalists. Rangers are a wealth…