• Introduction to Pier Fishing

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

    This is a two-part program consisting of a 1.5 hr. classroom seminar followed by an optional field trip to a coastal pier on May 22nd, 2018. Topics include the bait,...

    Free
  • Air Quality 101 for Foresters and Prescribed Burners

    This webinar will cover topics such as national ambient air quality standards, ozone, fine particulate matter (PM2.5), nonattainment areas in the Southeast, regional haze and more. In addition, there will...

    Free
  • Becoming an Outdoor Woman: Fly Fishing Weekend

    North Mills River Recreation Area and Campground

    For women of all skill levels who want to learn more about fly fishing. In the stream ecology session, discover tiny aquatic species that support a much larger food web....

    $125
  • Fun in the Forest

    Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area 625 Virginia Cates Road, Hillsborough, NC, United States

    Investigate trees, the parts of trees and how they live. Study the trees of Occoneechee Mountain and their life cycle. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Start Location: Occoneechee...

  • Wildflower Walk: Grandfather Mountain

    Grandfather Mountain State Park 9872 Hwy 105 S (Suite #6), Banner Elk, NC, United States

    Grandfather Mountain produces an amazing variety of wildflowers, which change from week to week, so join Grandfather Mountain rangers throughout the season to experience the changes! This hike is easy- all experience...

  • Introduction to Kayak Fishing (Level II)

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

    Prepare to get wet, this free clinic is the second in a series of two designed to give anglers and paddlers the information and skills required to safely and successfully...

    Free
  • Beginning Fly-tying Course

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

    This Fly-tying Course is designed to provide the student with a basic knowledge of fly tying tools, materials, patterns, and tying techniques. We teach the course in progression beginning with...

  • Leave It to the Beavers

    Lake Norman State Park at 759 State Park Road, Troutman, NC, United States

    Join a Ranger to learn about North America’s biggest rodent, the beaver. Learn about beavers then paddle into Park Lake to find evidence of these tree-gnawing neighbors. Registration is required due...

  • Wildflower Walk

    Elk Knob State Park 5564 Meat Camp Road, Todd, NC, United States

    Walk with a ranger along the Beech Tree Trail to see the wildflowers and learn a bit about their nature. Meet at the trailhead parking lot.

  • Dangerous Plants and Animals

    Falls Lake State Recreation Area 13304 Creedmoor Rd, Wake Forest, NC, United States

    Learn about the plants and animals to be cautious around at Falls Lake. Snakes, bugs and poison ivy are all part of the natural world, so make sure to be...