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Introduction to Fly Fishing: Lake Fishing
2018-08-29 08:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Dupont State Recreational Forest
Join experienced and knowledgeable instructors for the day as they introduce you to the basics of fly-fishing on a local lake. Topics covered will include equipment, knots, casting techniques, and aquatic entomology. Equipment and materials provided. Must have completed Intro to Fly Fishing or have equivalent experience before taking this class. Ages 12 and up.

Fly Fishin' 101
2018-08-26 14:00, 2018-08-19 14:00, 2018-08-12 14:00, 2018-08-05 14:00 | South Mountains State Park, 3001 South Mountain Park Avenue, Connelly Springs, NC, 28612, 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.

Carnivorous Plant Hike
2018-08-26 10:00, 2018-08-25 10:00, 2018-08-19 10:00, 2018-08-18 10:00, 2018-08-12 10:00, 2018-08-11 10:00, 2018-08-05 10:00, 2018-08-04 10:00 | Carolina Beach State Park, 1010 State Park Road, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428, 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.

Project Learning Tree K-8 Workshop
2018-08-25 09:00 - 15:30 | Agapé Center for Environmental Education, 1369 Tyler Dewar Lane, Fuquay-Varina, NC, 27526, United States

Tackle Rigging for Fly Fishing
2018-08-24 09:00 - 12:00 | 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 dropper rigs, euro style nymphing rigs and much more. The course will also cover material selection, techniques and care. Ages 12 and up.

Fly-tying Forum
2018-08-23 18:30 - 20:30 | John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center, 7489 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28304, 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 various new tying techniques and development of tying skills.

Casting for Beginners
2018-08-23 10:00 - 15:00 | 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.

Hummingbird Banding
2018-08-22 08:30, 2018-08-15 08:30, 2018-08-08 08:30 | Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve, 1024 Ft. Bragg Road, Southern Pines, NC, 28387, 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.

Hunter Education Course
2018-08-21 18:00 - 2018-08-22 21:00 | 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 in North America. There is no minimum age requirement for the course. This course is offered over a two day period. Attendees must be present both days.

Project Learning Tree K-12 Workshop
2018-08-18 09:00 - 15:00 | Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, 814 Market Street, Wilmington, NC, 28401, 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.

Trapping 101
2018-08-18 09:00 - 15:00 | 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.

Fly Tying Level II
2018-08-18 09:00 - 12:00 | 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.

Beginning Fly Tying Course
2018-08-14 18:30 - 2018-08-16 21:00 | John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center, 7489 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28304, 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 simple fly patterns and steadily advance toward more complex flies allowing the students to build on their skills. In this course, students will complete 6 fly patterns over approximately 8 hours of instruction.

Mountain Streams
2018-08-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Elk Knob State Park, 5564 Meat Camp Road, Todd, NC, 28684, United States
Learn about the techniques used in the field to study our mountain streams and the fish and wildlife that inhabit them. Workshop will include actual survey and identification of fish and aquatic insects. We will also learn about trout management in NC, with an emphasis on Brook Trout populations, and discuss some of the factors affecting our mountain waterways. Participants will try out several activities they can take back to the classroom. Participants should come prepared to get in the water, so bring waders and/or rubber boots if possible.
Contact kevin.hining@ncwildlife.org to register for this workshop.

Streamside Hike
2018-08-11 11:00 | South Mountains State Park, 3001 South Mountain Park Avenue, Connelly Springs, NC, 28612, United States
Join a Park Ranger for an easy walk to learn more about the Jacob Fork River. Discussion will include watersheds, common plants and animals, and water quality. Meet at the Jacob Fork Parking Area.

Fly Tying for the Beginner
2018-08-11 09:00 - 12:00 | Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education
Learn the basics of fly tying during this introductory level class. Work at your own pace to tie a basic pattern. Equipment and materials provided. Ages 12 and up.

Introduction to Fly Casting
2018-08-07 18:00 - 21:00 | John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center, 7489 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28304, United States
This course is designed as a fun and easy way for beginning fly anglers to give fly-casting a try and for those with some experience to refine their fly-casting skills. This course presents a great way to improve your casting using tactile and visual cues that are easy to understand. No experience necessary for this course.

The 10 Essentials for Hiking
2018-08-04 11:00 | South Mountains State Park, 3001 South Mountain Park Avenue, Connelly Springs, NC, 28612, United States
Learn what items you should always carry with you when hiking.
