Guided Mushroom Hike

Holmes Educational State Forest 1299 Crab Creek Road, Hendersonville, NC, United States

This is a guided introduction to the world of fungi. Program includes discussion of the history, toxicity, ecology, biology, medicinal uses and edibility of mushrooms that are common to the area followed by a foray into the forest. Registration required.

Great American Backyard Camp Out

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

Novice campers are invited to join the Rangers at Elk Knob State Park for an enjoyable night of camping. This is the tenth year that Elk Knob has participated in the campout which introduces families to the joy of camping without the expense of buying equipment. It is a great event for two main reasons: it...

Free

Wild Turkey Observations

The Wildlife Commission is seeking the public's assistance in reporting observations of wild turkeys this summer. The online survey will be available on the Commission's website from July 1 until Aug. 31. Information entered during that two-month period gives an indication of annual wild turkey productivity, gobbler carryover and other population trends that help agency...

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 Fishing 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.

Free Fishing Day

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission invites anglers and would-be anglers of all ages to go fishing for free on July 4. From 12 a.m. until 11:59 p.m., everyone in North Carolina — resident and non-residents alike — can fish in any public body of water, including coastal waters, without purchasing a fishing license or additional...

Basic Rod Building Course

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

This course is free of charge and all tools and materials are provided. Students will learn the basic techniques necessary to assemble their own custom fishing rod. Each student will build a 6ft medium action spinning rod from an IM6 blank, which they may keep on completion of the course. Topics covered in this course...

Free

Family Fishing Workshop

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

Fishing is a great way to bring families together to create lifelong memories. Our workshop is designed to teach families with children 7 years old and older, the basic skills needed to go fishing. If you have never gone fishing before, this workshop will help get everyone started on the path to creating an outdoor...

Free

North Carolina Archery: Today’s Bowhunter

Cumberland County Wildlife Club 2611 MELLWOOD DR., FAYETTEVILLE, United States

The Today's Bowhunter ® curriculum is approved by the National Bowhunter Education Foundation and meets or exceeds all standards as set forth by the International Hunter Education Association.

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