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Little Moments of Wonder – Shaw Society’s Daniel and Megan Shank

March 28, 2023

Daniel and Megan Shank share similar memories of camping with family as kids. Both their parents fostered a love of the outdoors at an early age, and they are passing…

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Birds of a Feather – Famous Ospreys Return to Lake Norman Nesting Platform

March 23, 2023

Lake Norman’s most famous pair of ospreys have returned to their nesting platform for the spring! Fresh from their wintering grounds, the pair are getting busy preparing a nest for…

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Backyard Basics – How to Identify Native Trees in Your Backyard

March 21, 2023

Standing tall and stately among the southeastern savanna. Reaching gnarled and spindly arms over the teaming swamplands. Adorning the mountains and the piedmont with their bold colors. And standing dependable…

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Digging in the Dirt: February Chapter & Planting Highlights

February 28, 2023

February chapter and planting highlights North Carolina Wildlife Federation staff and Community Wildlife Chapter volunteers did a whole lot of environmental educating, wildlife watching, trail hiking, habitat restoring and more…

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A Golden Ticket for Wildlife and Habitat – Governor Cooper declares February “Prescribed Fire Awareness Month”

February 24, 2023
prescribed fire working through a pine forest

We are now in what is known as “prescribed burn season”, and with it comes North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper’s proclamation that the month of February will now be “Prescribed…

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Taking Action Against Invasive Wildlife Species in North Carolina – National Invasive Species Awareness Week Blog 2

February 20, 2023

– Written by Bates Whitaker, NCWF Communications & Marketing Manager In recognition of National Invasive Species Awareness Week (February 20-26), NCWF is highlighting the top invasive plant and animal species in…

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Taking Action Against Invasive Plants in North Carolina – National Invasive Species Awareness Week Blog 1

February 20, 2023

– Written by Luke Bennett, NCWF Conservation Coordinator In recognition of National Invasive Species Awareness Week (February 20-26), NCWF is highlighting the top invasive plant and animal species in North Carolina…

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Registration Open for 2023 Ocean Advocacy Workshop (OAW)

February 15, 2023

The North Carolina Ocean Advocacy Workshop (OAW) is designed to teach participants how to be champions for oceans and the environment. Join us on March 31 – April 2 at…

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Guest Blog: Gardening for Life Community Event Featuring Bestselling Author Douglas Tallamy

February 13, 2023

Bestselling Conservation Author Inspires a Community to Take Action – Written by Corrie Woods, Gardening For Life Project Leadership Team “[A] proactive approach to earth stewardship will no longer be…

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World Wetlands Day : Everything You Need to Know About NC Wetlands

February 1, 2023

From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the sandhills to the coastal plain, North Carolina boasts a variety of ecosystems, and positioned throughout these regions are some of the state’s most…

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In Celebration of Conservation: 2022 Year in Review

January 30, 2023

There are many things that bind people together: common interest, shared duty or experience, or belonging to a community. North Carolina Wildlife Federation is proud to be a part of…

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Digging in the Dirt: January Chapter & Planting Highlights

January 30, 2023

January chapter and planting highlights North Carolina Wildlife Federation staff and Community Wildlife Chapter volunteers did a whole lot of environmental educating, wildlife watching, trail hiking, habitat restoring and more…

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