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Thanks to Our Volunteers! – January 2025 Community Wildlife Chapter Updates
North Carolina Wildlife Federation staff and Community Wildlife Chapter volunteers were in full swing throughout the month of January, although they took a short hiatus for the holiday they still…
Family Matters – Explore North Carolina’s Wildlife Family Units
For some, it’s the sound of chicks chirping from a porchside wren nest. For others, it’s the sight of a doe and her yearling fawns from a deer stand. Or…
Wintering Wildlife – 3 Ways North Carolina Species Brave the Cold Season
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…
Exciting News for North Carolina Wildlife: A $25 Million Investment In Wildlife Crossings and Road Safety
Road Crossings Secure Safe Passage for NC Wildlife The Federal Highway Administration awarded $25 million to North Carolina for wildlife crossings, making roads safer for wildlife and people. This is…
A Significant Step Forward for Red Wolf Recovery: NCWRC’s New Resolution
On December 5, 2024, the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (WRC) took a crucial step forward in collaboration toward Red Wolf recovery efforts by adopting a resolution that supersedes previous state agency…
The State of Our Wildlife – 2024 Year In Review
“When I consider that the nobler animals have been exterminated here – the cougar, the panther, lynx, wolverine, wolf, bear, moose, deer, the beaver, the turkey and so forth, I…
Post-Hurricane Helene Cleanups: The North Carolina Wildlife Federation’s Efforts to Restore Lake Norman
When Hurricane Helene swept through North Carolina, the impact on Lake Norman’s waterways and shorelines was devastating – destroying critical wildlife habitat and millions of dollars of infrastructure. In the…
Patriot Pier Celebration: Enhancing Habitat and Honoring Veterans at Lake Norman
On November 11, 2024, a remarkable event took place at Patriot Pier on Lake Norman—a project designed to celebrate and support veterans while improving aquatic habitats for future generations. This…
Thanks to Our Volunteers! – November 2024 Community Wildlife Chapter Updates
North Carolina Wildlife Federation staff and Community Wildlife Chapter volunteers were in full swing throughout the month of November, they did a whole lot of webinar hosting, engaging kids in…
Bridging the Gap – Meet NCWF’s 2024 Scholarship Recipients
Woodpeckers, marine studies, wildlife education, urban ecology, and biodiversity science. Seven undergraduate, graduate and Ph.D. students attending NC State University, Duke University, UNC Charlotte and UNC Wilmington received 2024 scholarships…
Hunting for Hope: Supporting North Carolinians in Need Through Deer Donations
As Thanksgiving approaches, we find ourselves reflecting on gratitude and community support—values that resonate deeply, especially in these challenging times. This year, as many North Carolinians continue to recover from…
