Pisgah center for Wildlife Education

We will focus on the interesting world of bats! Learn all about their natural history, how they communicate and what is causing their current populations to decline. Ages 4-7. ** registration required: http://www.ncwildlife.org/Learning/Education-Centers/Pisgah/Event-Registration

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. This 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 […]

Learn the information necessary to start trapping on your own. This course will cover equipment, scent control, regulations, and setting your traps. this is a hands-on course appropriate for beginners and higher skill levels. Ages 12 and up.** registration required: http://www.ncwildlife.org/Learning/Education-Centers/Pisgah/Event-Registration

The hunting skills of birds of prey have always captured the imagination of nature lovers but few can identify the call of an owl's hoot or recognize a hawk by its silhouette and screech. Learn these skills in the classroom and then put them into practice in the field. Be prepared for a light hike. […]

Learn the basics of fly fishing. Topics include appropriate equipment, knots, casting techniques and aquatic entomology. Equipment and materials provided. Bring a lunch and non-slip shoes or waders. Limited to 6 participants. For ages 12 and up.** registration required: http://www.ncwildlife.org/Learning/Education-Centers/Pisgah/Event-Registration

Hands-on activities for all ages will include: outdoor cooking, tree stand safety, fly tying and casting, tracking, and much more! No registration required. All ages.

Learn the basics to fly fishing on a local lake. Topics covered will include equipment, knots, casting techniques, and aquatic entomology. Equipment and materials provided. Bring a lunch and meet at High Falls parking area in DuPont State Recreational Forest. Limited to 6 participants. *Must have completed Intro to Fly Fishing or have equivalent experience […]

Learn how to create different tackle setups for fly fishing in a variety of situations. Create dropper rigs, euro style nymphing rigs and more. The course will also cover material selection, techniques and care. All materials are provided. Ages 12 and up.** registration required: http://www.ncwildlife.org/Learning/Education-Centers/Pisgah/Event-Registration

This is the perfect introductory class for beginners. Topics include casting theory, mechanics and practice techniques. Learn the overhead cast, roll cast, and the art of false casting. Advanced instruction is available upon request. This class is held at Lake Imaging in DuPont State Forest. All equipment and materials are provided. Bring a lunch. Ages […]

Join us for a weeklong series of hands-on classes that focus on water quality and the fish and wildlife that depend on our local eater systems. Ages 6-10.** registration required: http://www.ncwildlife.org/Learning/Education-Centers/Pisgah/Event-Registration