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Digging in the Dirt: December Chapter Highlights

December 28, 2023

North Carolina Wildlife Federation staff and Community Wildlife Chapter volunteers did a whole lot of birdhouse installing, native planting, nature walking, invasive removing, wildlife educating, kids in nature inspiring, litter…

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Wildlife Resolutions: 5 Powerful Ways to Make A New Year’s Impact for NC Wildlife

December 19, 2023

What are your resolutions for this new year? The arrival of a new year is always a bustling and hectic time, yet undoubtedly a period for celebration. People come together…

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Wintering Wildlife – 3 Ways North Carolina Species Brave the Cold Season

December 14, 2023

What do you know about wintering wildlife? In December, the coldest months of the year are upon us. In the winter, you’re probably sitting in a temperature-controlled building, or wearing…

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Digging in the Dirt: November Chapter Highlights

December 5, 2023

North Carolina Wildlife Federation staff and Community Wildlife Chapter volunteers did a whole lot of invasive plant removing, wildlife educating, nature walking, tree planting, kids in nature inspiring, conservation fundraising,…

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A Year for Wildlife: NCWF 2023 Year in Review

November 29, 2023

Many thoughts and emotions come to the surface at the end of each year, and they vary from person to person. However, a shared reality unites us all: a year…

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NCWF and the North Carolina Museum of Art Celebrate the Opening of All Access Eco Trail

November 22, 2023

In October, 2023, a ribbon cutting ceremony was held at the North Carolina Museum of Art’s Ann and Jim Goodnight Park for the opening of a brand new All Access…

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Standing Among Giants: A Journey Through the Black River’s Ancient Bald Cypress Forest

November 16, 2023

In the wake of large-scale urbanization, degradation, and fragmentation, wildlife and habitat in North Carolina are facing increasingly hostile conditions. These habitats – and the species within them – are…

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Exciting News: Red Wolf Cams Are Down, but for a Great Reason!

November 6, 2023

If you’re a fan of the red wolves at the Red Wolf Center, you may have noticed that the live cameras are currently offline. Don’t worry, it’s not a technical…

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NCWF Announces 5th Annual Photo Contest Winners

November 1, 2023

Snakes and birds of prey with hard-earned catches. Galaxies photographed from mountain peaks. Ocean stormfronts looming over the Outer Banks. Photographers across the state perfectly captured the beauty and diversity…

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Duke Energy Senior Vice President of EHS & CCP Jessica Bednarcik Joins N.C. Wildlife Federation’s Board of Directors

November 1, 2023

Charlotte resident Jessica Bednarcik, Senior Vice President of EHS & CCP at Duke Energy, has joined North Carolina Wildlife Federation’s Board of Directors. “Duke Energy has been a partner of NCWF for years,…

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Digging in the Dirt: October Chapter Highlights

October 31, 2023

North Carolina Wildlife Federation staff and Community Wildlife Chapter volunteers did a whole lot of red wolf educating, invasive plant removing, elk watching, wildlife garden planting, kids in nature inspiring,…

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“Not Just Us”: A Charlotte Community’s Fight for Wildlife and Habitat

October 30, 2023

In both the backcountry and developed urban centers, land has limits. Each parcel of land possesses its own carrying capacity, especially in areas predominantly designated for human use, such as…

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