Beginning Fly-tying Workshop

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 simple...

Animal Tracks

Pilot Mountain State Park 1792 Pilot Knob Park Road, Pinnacle, NC, United States

Animal Tracks is an engaging program that introduces participants to wildlife through the study of animal footprints. Suitable for all ages, it includes a guided nature walk to observe and identify...

Bird Hike

Cliffs of the Neuse State Park 240 Park Entrance Road, Seven Springs, NC, United States

Join us at Cliffs of the Neuse State Park for a beginner bird hike! During this hike we will discuss common birds in the area and beginner birding tips as...

North Carolina Bird Count

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

Fly on over to the park Visitor Center  to take part  in the 2025 NC Bird Count! This community citizen science opportunity is open to all ages and birding skill...

Great Backyard Bird Count

Hanging Rock State Park 1790 Hanging Rock Park Road, Danbury, NC, United States

Join a Park Ranger on a hike along the Riverbluff’s Trail to identify and count birds. All bird sightings will become part of a national database used by scientists to...

Eagle Nest Hike

Pilot Mountain State Park 1792 Pilot Knob Park Road, Pinnacle, NC, United States

Weather permitting, we will be meeting at the end of the road at Bean Shoals at the picnic shelter. Learn about our nation's national bird, the Bald Eagle, their home...

Owl Prowl

Hammocks Beach State Park 1572 Hammocks Beach Road, Swansboro, NC, United States

Who gives a hoot? You will learn about some of our owl species, their habitats, and tips of what you can do to help these night watchers. Optional: Bring your...