• Wild Turkey Observations

    The Wildlife Commission is seeking the public's assistance in reporting observations of wild turkeys this summer. The online survey will be available on the Commission's website from July 1 until...

  • Hunter Education Course

    Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education

    All unlicensed sportsmen and sportswomen must successfully complete a hunter education course before they can hunt in North Carolina or purchase a hunting license. This course covers hunter responsibility, wildlife...

  • Hummingbird Banding

    Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve 1024 Ft. Bragg Road, Southern Pines, NC, United States

    Join Ornithologist Susan Campbell Wednesday mornings at Weymouth Woods for a rare opportunity to see Hummingbirds up close. Susan Campbell is one of the few individuals worldwide who are licensed...

    Free
  • Casting for Beginners

    Dupont State Recreational Forest

    This is the perfect introductory class for beginners. Topics include casting theory, mechanics and practice techniques. Experienced instructors allow you to learn at your own pace as they teach the...

    Free
  • Fly-tying Forum

    John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center 7489 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC, United States

    This class provides tyers with an opportunity to increase their skills. Open to fly-tiers of all skill levels, the fly patterns change each month as a way to encourage learning...

    Free
  • Tackle Rigging for Fly Fishing

    Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education

    Rigging tackle is one of the most important components of fly fishing. Learn how to create different tackle setups for fly fishing in a variety of situations. We will create...

    Free
  • Carnivorous Plant Hike

    Carolina Beach State Park 1010 State Park Road, Carolina Beach, NC, United States

    Take a hike with a park ranger and learn about the fascinating world of carnivorous plants that grow at Carolina Beach State Park. See plants that “bite back" such as...

    Free
  • Carnivorous Plant Hike

    Carolina Beach State Park 1010 State Park Road, Carolina Beach, NC, United States

    Take a hike with a park ranger and learn about the fascinating world of carnivorous plants that grow at Carolina Beach State Park. See plants that “bite back" such as...

    Free
  • Fly Fishin’ 101

    South Mountains State Park 3001 South Mountain Park Avenue, Connelly Springs, NC, United States

    Get Hooked! Join a volunteer angler for an introductory class on fly fishing. Please bring all personal equipment. Classes may vary based on interest and skill level of the participants....