Events
Trees4Trash Challenge
October 31st-November 7th
Whether it’s acorns filling the bellies of black bear, maple trees providing leaves for caterpillars to munch, or clumps of pine trees offering nesting for brown-headed nuthatches, trees are essential for wildlife. Trees also improve water and air quality, reduce pollution and help lower temperatures by providing shade. Trees make significant contributions to our communities…
Read MoreNCWF Challenges You to Get Outside Every Day!
With schools closed and group activities canceled, it is more important than ever to get outside. Time outdoors supports overall well-being for everyone, especially children! We challenge you to get outside with the kids in your life or engage in nature-based activities for at least 30 minutes a day . Take the Outside Every Day…
Read MoreNCWF’s Second Annual Photography Contest
Calling all amateur photographers! North Carolina Wildlife Federation invites you to submit entries for our Second Annual Wildlife Photography Contest from May 1st to July 31st. Submit your favorite NC photos to share with other North Carolinians and be one of the four winners of our second photography contest. Images should highlight the beauty of…
Read MoreGovernor’s Conservation Achievement Awards Banquet
The North Carolina Wildlife Federation presented the 56th Annual Governor’s Conservation Achievement Awards last Saturday evening. This year’s winners are exceedingly notable conservation devotees who work for wildlife, habitat, and those who cherish natural resources. They are land stewardship champions, water advocates, and leaders in the preservation of unique ecosystems. The award winners include agency…
Read MoreDeer Hunting and Processing Seminars Offered in Raleigh, Fayetteville
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission and the N.C. Wildlife Federation will offer eight free deer hunting and processing seminars in Raleigh and Fayetteville in September and October. The “Introduction to Deer Hunting” and the “Practical Deer Processing: From Field to Freezer” seminars are intended for individuals who have never hunted or are new to hunting.…
Read MoreNCWF Corporate Action Day for Pollinators at the Boys & Girls Club
It is an honor to work with NC communities and locals for wildlife and habitats across the state because that’s where real change happens. Recently, NCWF’s Tara Moore and Mary Bures organized volunteers from Optima Engineering to plant pollinator and vegetable gardens and clear a nature trail at Milton Road Boys and Girls Club. Click…
Read More2018 Summer Programs at Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge
Summer is here and so are some new and exciting programs at Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge! Do you want to learn more about red wolves, black bears, or waterfowl? Would you like the chance to see a live red wolf up close? Have you ever wondered, “What is a Pocosin anyways?” Join NCWF’s Refuge…
Read MoreFree Deer Hunting and Processing Seminars Coming in September
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission and the N.C. Wildlife Federation are offering four free deer hunting and processing seminars in Raleigh and Fayetteville in September. The “Introduction to Deer Hunting” and the “Practical Deer Processing: From Field to Freezer” seminars are ideal for novice hunters, although hunters and their mentees are encouraged to attend. Topics…
Read MoreCelebrating Governor’s Conservation Heroes at annual awards banquet
North Carolina Wildlife Federation presented its 53rd Annual Governor’s Conservation Achievement Awards on Sept. 10 to 19 winners dedicated to conservation in North Carolina. This year’s winners are a who’s who of conservation stalwarts who work for species ranging from elk, amphibians, fish and bear and from water quality experts, land stewardship advocates and those…
Read MoreKick off the season of gratitude by supporting and celebrating wildlife!
Join us for a wildly fun and informative evening to give thanks for our state’s rich and diverse wildlife and habitat. Tickets are on sale now for Give Thanks for Wildlife, our first signature fundraising event in Charlotte, held Saturday, Nov. 19, in the Urban Garden at Bank of America. Teaming with our host sponsor,…
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