NCWF Featured Events
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City Nature Challenge: Charlotte BioBlitz
City Nature Challenge: Charlotte BioBlitz
Join NCWF Charlotte Wildlife Stewards Chapter and Central Carolina Master Naturalists to participate in the City Nature Challenge. Using nets, bug jars, and other field equipment, we will photograph plants, animals, and other WILDlife; and contribute to community science by uploading our observations to iNaturalist! The City Nature Challenge is an international community science effort…
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NC Bird Atlas Outing (Clyde)
NC Bird Atlas Outing (Clyde)
The NC Bird Atlas is a statewide community science project to map birds during the breeding and wintering seasons. The goal of the bird atlas is to help us understand the current and future distribution and abundance of our state’s birds. Having this detailed picture as a result of the atlas will be an incredibly…
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Cerulean Warbler & Avian Diversity Study
Cerulean Warbler & Avian Diversity Study
Join the North Carolina Wildlife Federation, National Parks Conservation Association, the Center for Biological Diversity, Defenders of Wildlife, MountainTrue, and the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission with support from the U.S. Forest Service to help with a cerulean warbler and avian diversity survey project focused on the last remaining patches of old-growth forests and maturing second-growth…
Creating a Backyard Grassland Habitat (Online)
Creating a Backyard Grassland Habitat (Online)
Amidst increasing public demand for alternatives to turf grass lawns, and a burgeoning awareness of the historic role grasslands and prairies have played in the ecological fabric of North Carolina, demand for large-scale herbaceous plantings is growing. However, information and precedents from regions north and west of the state (as well as Europe), where climate…
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NCWF’s 60th Annual Governor’s Conservation Achievement Awards
The Governor's Conservation Achievement Awards honor individuals, associations, businesses and others who have exhibited an unwavering commitment to conservation in North Carolina. By recognizing, publicizing and honoring these conservation leaders – from professionals and volunteers to young conservationists and lifelong conservation heroes – the North Carolina Wildlife Federation hopes to inspire all North Carolinians to…
High Country Wild Kick-Off Event (Boone)
High Country Wild Kick-Off Event (Boone)
NCWF has a new Community Wildlife Chapter forming… High Country Wild! Join us as we get together to celebrate with a nature walk at Brookshire Park in Boone. The walk will begin on a peaceful and paved path that winds through wetland and meadow habitat along the South Fork of the New River. As we…
Pop Up Pot Up (Marvin)
Pop Up Pot Up (Marvin)
Habitat Builders plants a lot of trees and we have aspirations to plant a lot more. Because we are interested in supporting wildlife, we like to plant native trees, but native trees can be difficult to find. So we decided to create our own Mini Tree Farm. Drop in any time and help us pot…
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Wildlife Rescue: Carolina Waterfowl Rescue (Concord)
Wildlife Rescue: Carolina Waterfowl Rescue (Concord)
Learn more about the Carolina Waterfowl Rescue, the “go-to place” in the region for help with injured or abandoned wild or domestic ducks, geese, swans, other water birds, songbirds, various farm fowl and other farm animals, and many more. Director Jennifer Gordon is excited to share her passion for wildlife and rescue with CWA. Don’t…
Guided Frog Walk (Charlotte)
Guided Frog Walk (Charlotte)
Join the NCWF Habitat and Wildlife Keepers (HAWK) chapter for a guided frog walk through the wetland habitat along Four Mile Creek Greenway! Master Naturalist and Chief Forgologist Taylor Piephoff will help us identify local frogs by sight and sound! In addition to frogs, dusk hours are active times for many other critters like deer,…
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Iris Basketry with Pocosin Arts (Columbia)
Iris Basketry with Pocosin Arts (Columbia)
NCWF, Pocosin Lakes NWR, and Pocosin Arts School of Fine Craft invites participants of all ages to join us for an iris basketry class! Participants will learn the art of basket weaving using both dried and freshly pulled iris leaves. As part of a larger habitat restoration project at the Pocosin Lakes NWR Visitor Center,…
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Guided Bird Walk (Concord)
Guided Bird Walk (Concord)
We are at the tail end of spring migration, and summer is rapidly approaching! Many of our summer breeders, like the prothonotary warbler, have already arrived, while others are still traveling north from Central and South America. There are over 60 species of neotropical migrants like vireos, tanagers, buntings, and warblers that nest in North…
Bowditch Bottoms Invasive Removal (Burnsville)
Bowditch Bottoms Invasive Removal (Burnsville)
Join the North Carolina Wildlife Federation and the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy for an invasive species removal at Bowditch Bottoms in Yancey County. Bowditch Bottoms contains mixed hardwood forest, cleared agricultural fields, valuable wetland habitat within the South Toe River Watershed, and a riparian area that buffers over a half mile of Ayles Creek. We…
Main Street Park Invasive Plant Removal (Rolesville)
Main Street Park Invasive Plant Removal (Rolesville)
Join NCWF's Neuse River Hawks Conservationists Chapter in removing invasive plants from Main Street Park in Rolesville! Volunteers will help remove privet, English ivy, and thorny olive from the area behind the playground and along the trails in the park. This effort will help us protect the native plants (installed last year!) from being outcompeted…
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Herpetology Basics with ecoEXPLORE (Columbia)
Herpetology Basics with ecoEXPLORE (Columbia)
Join NCWF, Pocosin Lakes NWR, and Tyrrell County Library for a fun program and activity all about herpetology, also known as the study of reptiles and amphibians! ecoEXPLORErs will have the opportunity to ask all of their herp questions and complete an activity to help them earn points for this season’s badge! ecoEXPLORE is a…
Backyard Conservation (Charlotte)
Backyard Conservation (Charlotte)
Join NCWF Charlotte Wildlife Stewards Chapter and Mecklenburg Soil and Water Conservation District staff Allison Channell for an informative presentation on backyard wildlife and the vital role conservation practices play in urban environments in North Carolina. Explore practical tips and strategies to create a thriving habitat for local wildlife, from native plants to water conservation,…
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Island Habitat Kickoff Event (Moorseville)
Island Habitat Kickoff Event (Moorseville)
The Island Habitat Program (IHP), managed by the NCWF Lake Norman Wildlife Conservationists (LNWC) chapter, enhances island habitats for wildlife on Lake Norman through volunteer efforts like native plantings and shoreline restoration, litter sweeps, and bird nest box installations. Wildlife and lake enthusiasts interested in adopting an island are invited to join NCWF and LNWC…
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Wildlife and Habitat Management Bus Tour in the Uwharrie Region of North Carolina
Wildlife and Habitat Management Bus Tour in the Uwharrie Region of North Carolina
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…
Pembroke Creek Park Community Planting (Edenton)
Pembroke Creek Park Community Planting (Edenton)
Join NCWF Wildlife Habitat Stewards of Northeastern NC Chapter for an afternoon of planting native wetland plants at Pembroke Creek Park in Edenton! This location is a beloved community hub for recreation and it is also home to a diverse variety of plant and animal species that call Pembroke Creek home. Volunteers of all ages…
Lake Tomahawk Nature Walk (Black Mountain)
Lake Tomahawk Nature Walk (Black Mountain)
NCWF is forming a chapter in the Swannanoa Valley. The community has expressed a lot of interest in projects around Lake Tomahawk - pollinator gardens, invasive species removal, wildlife nesting boxes, tree plantings. All that good stuff! Join NCWF staff, Town of Black Mountain Recreation staff, and Swannanoa Valley chapter leaders as we walk around…
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Stream Walk (Monroe)
Stream Walk (Monroe)
Join NCWF Union County Wildlife Chapter and City of Monroe Environmental Educator, Ellen Dowling, for a stream walk and talk. Investigate a local waterway with others in your community. We will start indoors with an engaging presentation before walking to a nearby stream. Outside we will work together to assess the stream by observing its…
Invasive Removal with FLOHA (Pittsboro)
Invasive Removal with FLOHA (Pittsboro)
Join NCWF Tri-County Conservationists Chapter for an invasive removal workday with Friends of Lower Haw River. Volunteers will help remove invasive plants from the pollinator garden at the Lower Haw River State Natural Area. Come out and help us protect native plants in the pollinator garden from an onslaught of invasives! REGISTER HERE
Saved by a Salamander (Grassy Creek)
Saved by a Salamander (Grassy Creek)
Join High Country Wild as they support New River Conservancy’s third annual Saved by a Salamander Day. Saved by a Salamander Day is a family friendly day of events that not only share the story of the New River, but teach us about conservation efforts that will help us enjoy the New River and its…
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LCFW Monthly Cleanup (Southport)
LCFW Monthly Cleanup (Southport)
Join the NCWF Lower Cape Fear Wildlife chapter for their monthly clean up. Keep our intracoastal plastic free! All clean up materials will be provided. REGISTER HERE
Bird Walk at Chantilly Ecological Sanctuary (Charlotte)
Bird Walk at Chantilly Ecological Sanctuary (Charlotte)
With guidance from biologist Tony Lombardino, this tour offers a unique opportunity to hear and observe both resident and migratory songbirds and waterfowl. As we explore the sanctuary, NCWF will highlight its collaborative efforts with Charlotte Stormwater and dedicated volunteers to restore vital wildlife habitat, reduce flooding in nearby neighborhoods, and improve water quality by…
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Wildlife Trivia (Matthews)
Wildlife Trivia (Matthews)
Join us for Wildlife Trivia at 6 Grogs Game Bar in Matthews! Enjoy free snacks while you sip a frosty beverage and test your knowledge against other Nature Nerds! Win prizes and, more importantly, BRAGGING RIGHTS! Learn about the wildlife all around us while having fun with like-minded folks! Proceeds from the evening support the…
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Lake Tomahawk Wildlife Garden Workday (Black Mountain)
Lake Tomahawk Wildlife Garden Workday (Black Mountain)
NCWF is forming a chapter in the Swannanoa Valley. The community has expressed a lot of interest in projects around Lake Tomahawk. Join NCWF staff and Swannanoa Valley chapter leaders as we kick things off with a garden workday at the edge of Lake Tomahawk in Black Mountain. We’ll be primarily focusing on removing invasive…
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Cerulean Warbler & Avian Diversity Study
Cerulean Warbler & Avian Diversity Study
Join the North Carolina Wildlife Federation, National Parks Conservation Association, the Center for Biological Diversity, Defenders of Wildlife, MountainTrue, and the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission with support from the U.S. Forest Service to help with a cerulean warbler and avian diversity survey project focused on the last remaining patches of old-growth forests and maturing second-growth…
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Butterflies and Native Plants: Partners in Pollination (Camden)
Butterflies and Native Plants: Partners in Pollination (Camden)
Discover the fascinating relationship between butterflies and native plants at this engaging presentation hosted by the NCWF Wildlife Habitat Stewards of Northeastern NC Chapter. Local butterflies rely on native plants at every stage of their life cycle—offering food, shelter, and support in ways non-native species often cannot. In return, butterflies play a critical role in…
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Bowditch Bottoms Invasive Removal (Burnsville)
Bowditch Bottoms Invasive Removal (Burnsville)
Join the North Carolina Wildlife Federation and the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy for an invasive species removal at Bowditch Bottoms in Yancey County. Bowditch Bottoms contains mixed hardwood forest, cleared agricultural fields, valuable wetland habitat within the South Toe River Watershed, and a riparian area that buffers over a half mile of Ayles Creek. We…
Trash Cleanup at Walnut Creek Wetland Park (Raleigh)
Trash Cleanup at Walnut Creek Wetland Park (Raleigh)
Let’s keep our watersheds clean! Join NCWF South Wake Conservationists Chapter for a trash clean up at Walnut Creek Wetland Park. SWC has adopted a slightly raised area of the park -- the same area where they assisted in an ephemeral survey earlier this spring. Recent rains have washed a significant amount of trash from…
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Cerulean Warbler & Avian Diversity Study
Cerulean Warbler & Avian Diversity Study
Join the North Carolina Wildlife Federation, National Parks Conservation Association, the Center for Biological Diversity, Defenders of Wildlife, MountainTrue, and the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission with support from the U.S. Forest Service to help with a cerulean warbler and avian diversity survey project focused on the last remaining patches of old-growth forests and maturing second-growth…
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The River Roving Tour (Washington)
The River Roving Tour (Washington)
Join NCWF Inner Banks Wildlife Chapter at the North Carolina Estuarium for a 1.5 hour educational pontoon boat ride on the Tar-Pamlico River. Participants will be able to learn more about the history and ecology of the area with the potential to observe a variety of wildlife such as freshwater turtles, river otters, migratory warblers,…
Invasive Removal with FLOHA (Pittsboro)
Invasive Removal with FLOHA (Pittsboro)
Join NCWF Tri-County Conservationists Chapter for an invasive removal workday with Friends of Lower Haw River. Volunteers will help remove invasive plants from the pollinator garden at the Lower Haw River State Natural Area. Come out and help us protect native plants in the pollinator garden from an onslaught of invasives! REGISTER HERE
NC Bird Atlas Outing (Clyde)
Wildlife Trivia (Matthews)
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