• 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 to handle Hummingbirds. This program is weather permitting. Call the park office prior to the event to confirm that banding is taking place.

    Free
  • Fly Tying Level II

    Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education

    If you have learned the basics of fly tying and feel ready to take the next step, then come spend a day with our experienced fly-tiers who will teach you a few more advanced patterns and techniques.  Equipment and materials provided.

  • Trapping 101

    Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education

    This course will cover equipment, scent control, regulations and setting traps.  This hands-on course is appropriate for beginners and higher skill levels. Ages 12 and up.

  • Project Learning Tree K-12 Workshop

    Cape Fear Museum of History and Science 814 Market Street, Wilmington, NC, United States

    Classroom and nonformal educators will explore activities in the Project Learning Tree K-8 Curriculum Guide and the Forests of the World secondary module. CEU renewal credits are available. This workshop qualifies for Criteria I or II in the EE Certification Program. For more information, contact Pepper Hill at phill@ncgov.com Register HERE.

    $20
  • 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 sundews, bladderworts, butterworts, pitcher plants and the Venus fly trap.  Meet at the end of Nature Trail Lane.

    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 sundews, bladderworts, butterworts, pitcher plants and the Venus fly trap.  Meet at the end of Nature Trail Lane.

    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. North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission fishing regulations apply. Meet at the Visitor Center.

  • 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 conservation and management, firearms, wildlife identification, survival and first aid, specialty hunting, and tree stand safety. The course is accepted in every state and province...

  • 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 to handle Hummingbirds. This program is weather permitting. Call the park office prior to the event to confirm that banding is taking place.

    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 overhead cast, roll cast, and the art of false casting. All equipment and materials are provided. Bring a lunch. Ages 12 and up.

    Free