Join staff from the NC Wildlife Resources Commission, NC Wildlife Federation, and NC Museum of Natural Sciences for a bus tour of wildlife and habitat management in the Uwharrie region of North Carolina.

The tour will start, and bus will load at Solar Pointe at the NC Zoo.  Tour stops will be at privately owned properties where landowners are actively managing to enhance wildlife habitat and plant diversity. Tour participants will get a first-hand look at longleaf pine in the piedmont, management of loblolly pine stands, invasive plant species, and early succession management.

Highlights of the tour will include a bird mist netting demonstration and a hands-on pollinator identification demonstration. The tour is a great way to network with like-minded landowners, engage with natural resource professionals, and explore wildlife and habitat management options for your property. Lunch will be provided.

Attire: Be prepared for field conditions that may include tall vegetation, and varied weather. Closed toe shoes, long pants, hats, sunscreen, and rain gear are recommended. Each stop will include a short walk, 300 yards or less, on level ground.

Registration: Pre-registration is required to attend this tour, and the cost is $15 per person, which includes the tour bus, box lunch, and snacks along the way. Space is limited to the first 30 participants, so register early.

Note: This tour is limited to 30 participants and is being offered at a discounted rate so please register for this tour only if you plan to attend and arrive no later than 8:45 am on May 15th. Also, all participants must attend the entire tour from 8:45 am until 3:00 pm.

REGISTER HERE