Introduction to Hunting

Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education

Hunting has a long tradition as a challenging yet rewarding outdoor pursuit. For those new to the sport, getting started can be just as challenging. The course is designed to introduce a variety of topics new hunters will benefit from learning. This will include hunting skills and methods, game species and signs, hunting safety, game...

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

Firescaping Workshop: Preparing for Wildfires With Fire-Resistant Landscaping

N.C. Zoo North Carolina Zoo Educational Building, 4401 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro, NC, United States

North Carolina has a long history of wild fires. As more people move into natural areas, risk from wildfires increases. Fortunately, there are modifications that homeowners can make to their home and landscape to be more fire resistant. this hands-on workshop is intended to teach community members, Master Gardeners and natural resource and Extension professionals...

$10

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

The 10 Essentials for Hiking

South Mountains State Park 3001 South Mountain Park Avenue, Connelly Springs, NC, United States

Learn what items you should always carry with you when hiking.

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.

Introduction to Fly Casting

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

Free

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 for the Beginner

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.

Free