Guided Kayak Fishing Experience

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

This free clinic is the last in a series of three designed to give anglers and paddlers the information required to safely and successfully fish in sheltered waters from a kayak. This session features a hands on guided kayak fishing experience with Commission staff and volunteers. Destination to be decided. This course is suitable for...

Free

America’s Boating Course 3 Boating Safety Course

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

The basic boating knowledge topics include: Introduction to Boating Boating Law Boat Safety Equipment Safe Boating Navigation Trailering, Storing and Protecting Your Boat Hunting and Fishing, Water-skiing and River Boating The course itself is free of charge. Participants may purchase the accompanying book for $25. Books may be picked up at the Pechmann Center in...

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. Class is offered every Sunday until August 19. Visit the South Mountains State Park website for a...

Tackle Rigging for Fly Fishing

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. Create dropper rigs, euro style nymphing rigs and much more. The course will also cover material selection,  techniques and care. Ages 12 and up.

Wildflower Walk: Grandfather Mountain

Grandfather Mountain State Park 9872 Hwy 105 S (Suite #6), Banner Elk, NC, United States

Join a park ranger for a guided wildflower walk in Grandfather Mountain State Park. Grandfather Mountain produces an amazing variety of wildflowers, which change from week to week, so join us throughout the season to experience the changes! This hike is moderate and the pace will be slow - all experience levels welcome. We will see spring...

Free

Birding Hike

Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education

Take a short hike through the Pisgah National Forest as we learn to identify common bird species. This class is designed for the beginner birder. Good shoes, water & a snack are a must for this hike. Ages 12 & up.

Black Bears

Mount Mitchell State Park 2388 State Highway 128, Burnsville, NC, United States

Learn about the similarities and differences between the grizzly bear and the black bear. Learn their different behaviors, food sources and what to do if you see one. Start Location: Upper Summit Parking Lot

Park Invaders

Eno River State Park 6101 Cole Mill Road, Durham, NC, United States

Native, non-native or invasive? Join our park naturalist for a hike on Buckquarter Creek Trail to identify invasive species that bloom, crawl, and creep in the park. Bring work gloves and closed toe shoes, sunscreen/a hat, and long sleeves/long pants to minimize ticks. This is a great opportunity for high school students to gain some...

Wildflower Walk: Grandfather Mountain

Grandfather Mountain State Park 9872 Hwy 105 S (Suite #6), Banner Elk, NC, United States

Join a park ranger for a guided wildflower walk in Grandfather Mountain State Park. Grandfather Mountain produces an amazing variety of wildflowers, which change from week to week, so join us throughout the season to experience the changes! This hike is moderate and the pace will be slow - all experience levels welcome. We will see spring...

Fire in the Toolbox

Weymouth Woods 1024 N Fort Bragg Rd, Southern Pines, NC, United States

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.