Fire is a natural process in almost all North American ecosystems. But when it enters the human environment as a wildfire, it can be disastrous. Learn about the landscape management practices that play a key role in reducing wildfire impacts. More information is available HERE.
This prescribed fire workshop for private landowners includes a morning classroom session that will address financial assistance for prescribed burning and prescribed fire laws. An afternoon field tour will give participants the opportunity to help conduct a prescribed fire under the supervision of experienced mentors. No experience is necessary to attend the workshop, but registration...
Project WILD workshops are for adults interested in teaching young people about wildlife. Participants receive the Project WILD K-12 educator guide along with materials specifically about North Carolina wildlife. The educator guide contains more than 150 hands-on activities that focus on wildlife and natural resources. Participants are eligible for Criteria I credit of NC OEE...
Join a ranger on a guided hike through areas of the park that have seen prescribed fire at a different time. While walking through these areas, you will learn about the benefits of prescribed fire and how we implement it here at the park.
Ever wonder what snakes’ species are at home in eastern North Carolina? Which ones are venomous? Join a park ranger at the Visitor Center in exploring the various snakes in this area and the other unique species found throughout our great state.
The Brunswick County Extension Center is hosting this lunch meeting. For more information call 910-253-2610.
A powerpoint presentation detailing how to stay safe outdoors. Topics covered include animal safety, poisonous plants, cliffs and edges, rock climbing, fires, weather and appropriate gear, first aid kits and what to include in a daypack.
Prior to the 1930s, the Eastern Bluebird was one of North Carolina's most common songbirds. By 1979, bluebirds were declared rare and uncommon by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Learn what you can do in preparation for the 2019 Spring nesting season to save these beloved birds.
Meet at the Ivey Gut parking lot for a moderate hike through an early succession pine forest. You will be able to explore some of the remaining tar kilns along the way.
Join a ranger to learn how land managers use fire as a tool to benefit plant and animal communities. See some of the tools used and planning that takes place to safely prepare for using fire on the landscape. The program will conclude with a short walk to see the effects of recent fire.
