NCWF Featured Events

Do you ever set get snacky while out on the trail? Is trail mix just not satisfying your hunger anymore? Join NCWF Triad Wild! Chapter for a short hike followed by a book talk about Trails & Treats: A Hiker and Runner's Guide To Great Trails and Good Eats in North Carolina with authors Hollis…

Join Swannanoa Valley WILD! Chapter of NCWF in partnership with the Friends of Fox Creek Park as we welcome Carolina Corona for a nature journaling workshop at one of our favorite places in the whole world! Fox Creek Park in Swannanoa. Reconnecting with the natural world after a disaster can be difficult. We can hold…

Kristofer Blankenship from the NC Wildlife Resources Commission will explore the critical role hunting plays in maintaining balanced ecosystems. Attendees will learn how regulated hunting can help control wildlife populations, prevent habitat degradation, and contribute to the overall health of the environment. Hunting, when managed properly, serves as a tool for biodiversity conservation, habitat restoration,…

Providing backyard habitat is a great way to support local wildlife, but what do you do when wild animals make themselves too at home on your property? Join NCWF South Wake Conservationists Chapter and hear from wildlife conflict expert Falyn Owens about what you can do to prevent common issues, manage the ones already you…

Join NCWF and City of Wilmington Parks to remove encroaching Wisteria at Halyburton Park. Bring your own gloves and preferred vine cutting tools for a fun morning freeing the understory from these strong and spreading vines. REGISTER HERE

The Schweinitz’s sunflower (Helianthus schweinitzii) was federally listed as endangered in 1991 by the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Occurring only in the Piedmont of North and South Carolina, Schweintiz’s sunflower grows in open woodlands and prairie-like habitats. Populations occur in the western Piedmont, including Union County. Join NCWF Union County Wildlife Chapter and Catawba…

Join NCWF Neuse River Hawks Conservationists Chapter and the Town of Rolesville Parks and Recreation Department for a native planting day at Main Street Park in Rolesville! After multiple workdays to clear the invasive plants from this spot, our team will work to plant native shrubs that will allow wildlife to reclaim the area. Volunteers…

Join NCWF Triad Wild Chapter and staff from the U.S. Forest Service for a hike on the Uwharrie Trail up to the summit of Little Long Mountain! Darren Stebbins (Forester) and Noah Clements (Biological Science Technician) with Uwharrie National Forest will be leading the hike. Topics for discussion will include fire ecology, forestry, invasive species…

Join the NCWF Southeastern Swamp Stewards chapter for a bird walk on the boardwalk at Fair Bluff River Walk! Meet our year-round resident birds and learn about the Lumber river ecosystems. REGISTER HERE

The North Carolina Wildlife Federation is forming a Community Wildlife Chapter in Asheville. The Chapter, officially named ReWIld AVL, will focus their effort on three key areas. 1.) Restore and promote wildlife habitat in Asheville. 2.) Serve as the voice for wildlife as Asheville is rebuilding. 3.) Connect people in Asheville with the outdoors and…

Join NCWF Union County Wildlife Chapter for an evening all about bats! North Carolina is home to 17 species of bats. Three of these species, the Virginia big-eared bat, gray bat, and the Indiana bat, are federally endangered. Many others are a species of greatest conservation need. Bats are aerial insectivores helping to keep populations…

Join NCWF Union County Wildlife Chapter for an evening all about bats! North Carolina is home to 17 species of bats. Three of these species, the Virginia big-eared bat, gray bat, and the Indiana bat, are federally endangered. Many others are a species of greatest conservation need. Bats are aerial insectivores helping to keep populations…

Join NCWF Neuse River Hawks Conservationists Chapter for a garden workday at Holding Park in Wake Forest. Volunteers will help mulch the garden in preparation for winter. Come lend a hand! REGISTER HERE

Step into the stillness of nature and rediscover your connection through the art of archery. Drawn to Nature is a unique program designed for environmental enthusiasts who seek to understand why we aim to protect and preserve. No competition, just focus, connection, and nature. This program requires participants to wear closed-toed shoes and dress for…

What is a “reptile,” and why do some biologists say that there is no such thing? We will investigate this categorical conundrum and discuss some of our own upscale residents: turtles, lizards, and snakes…oh my, yes…the snakes! Please come be part of this program. What you don’t know can hurt them! REGISTER HERE

Join NCWF Neuse River Hawks Conservations Chapter as we improve habitat for pollinators in a native plant garden. Come make a positive impact for local wildlife as you learn about the benefits of gardening with native plants. We will mulch the garden, hand pull weeds, and prepare the garden for the winter. REGISTER HERE

Join NCWF Concord Wildlife Alliance chapter on December 2 for a family-friendly meeting filled with learning and creativity. Adults will explore the BearWise program to learn practical ways to coexist with black bears, followed by a hands-on activity to make holiday cards or bookmarks. Meanwhile, children will enjoy a reading of Bear Snores On and…

Join NCWF Neuse River Hawks Conservations Chapter for an invasive removal and stream cleanup workday in a unique granite outcropping. Come make a positive impact for local wildlife as we clean up around the stream. REGISTER HERE