While many people across Onslow County chose to stay indoors amid lingering winter weather impacts, some Jacksonville residents spent the day enjoying the snow at Sturgeon City Park.
Families and groups gathered at the park, finding creative ways to slide down snow-covered hills using everyday items. From boogie boards and kiddie pools to pool floats and air mattresses, residents improvised sleds to make the most of rare winter conditions in eastern North Carolina.
For brothers spending the day at the park, a simple household solution worked best.
“It was an idea from our dad,” the brothers said. “We did this last year — it works pretty good.”
News 12 also received dozens of photos from viewers showing people using truck beds, kayaks and other unconventional items to slide through the snow.
Sturgeon City Park was one of several locations across the area where residents gathered to enjoy the snowfall. Officials continue to urge caution for anyone heading out, noting that road conditions across the county remain patchy and icy following the storm.
Residents are encouraged to monitor local updates and limit travel as crews continue working to improve road conditions.