Wildlife Habitat Steward class is being rescheduled for Nov. 2020. Stay tuned.
CROWN has officially changed our name to "Charlotte Wildlife Stewards"!
This new name clearly reveals our very soul and defines our mission which is to create, preserve, and protect wildlife habitat through education, engagement, and enjoyment. (Additional information on our name change: click here.)
To celebrate our new name and logo, we have created an exciting sweepstakes in which we hope you will participate.
Here’s how the sweepstakes works:
Beginning July 1, 2020 any Charlotte property that is officially certified as a National Wildlife Federation “Wildlife Habitat” will be entered in a drawing for prizes. These prizes are nature related and will enhance your wildlife habitat and your enjoyment of the natural world. Multiple prizes will be awarded so there are many chances to win. Sweepstakes ends on August 31, 2020.
Sweepstakes Rules:
As a special bonus, bring your new NWF certification document into the Wild Birds Unlimited - Charlotte store and receive a 20% discount on one regular priced item of your choice. This offer good during August and September 2020.
So, go ahead and visit https://www.nwf.org/Garden-for-Wildlife/Certify to learn more about wildlife habitat and view the certification process. Charlotte currently has over 1,280 certified habitats. Help us create more and do something good for nature. We welcome and encourage your involvement. Please share this email and help us spread the word.
Have a great summer filled with nature!
The Leadership Team
Charlotte Wildlife Stewards
Background:
As CROWN celebrated its fifth anniversary during 2019, we took a serious look at our organization, utilizing the help of Leadership Charlotte with the focus on taking CROWN to the next level. During this nine-month process, one of the key elements discussed was our name. It was determined that the name CROWN, by itself, did not clearly identify us and took a bit of explanation in order to reveal who we are. CROWN stands for Charlotte Reconnecting Ourselves With Nature. It is also used by numerous businesses and organizations that are located in the Queen City. Simply put, the name was confusing. Our leadership team spent many hours researching and testing possible “new and improved” names which would immediately paint a clear picture of what we are about. In late 2019, our group came up with the new name and logo along with renewed determination to work toward our mission and vision.
To celebrate our new name and logo, we have created an exciting sweepstakes in which we hope you will participate.
Here’s how the sweepstakes works:
Beginning July 1, 2020 any Charlotte property that is officially certified as a National Wildlife Federation “Wildlife Habitat” will be entered in a drawing for prizes. These prizes are nature related and will enhance your wildlife habitat and your enjoyment of the natural world. Multiple prizes will be awarded so there are many chances to win. Sweepstakes ends on August 31, 2020.
Sweepstakes Rules:
- Only those properties officially certified by the National Wildlife Federation between July 1, 2020 and August 31, 2020 are eligible.
- Properties may include homes, businesses, schools, parks, and places of worship.
- Properties must be located within the city of Charlotte, NC.
- All prizes will be randomly selected through a drawing by the Charlotte Wildlife Steward Leadership Team and announced during our September community program. (Program details will be posted on our website: www.charlottewildlife.org)
- A partial list of prizes to be awarded include:
- A solar powered birdbath/fountain valued at $179. (courtesy of Wild Birds Unlimited)
- A squirrel proof bird feeder valued at $69.(courtesy of Wild Birds Unlimited)
- A Bluebird House
- A tube style bird feeder
- A bird feeder and bird field guide combo
- An exclusive, one-of-a-kind butterfly water dish
- A three volume set of “A Guide to Bird Behavior” by Donald W. Stokes
- A copy of “The Birder’s Handbook. A Field Guide to The Natural History of North American Birds”
- A copy of "The Complete Composting Gardening Guide"
- An assortment of native perennials that attract pollinators
- An assortment of very gently used, top quality bird feeders
- A membership to the North Carolina Wildlife Federation or a NWF yard sign if already a member
As a special bonus, bring your new NWF certification document into the Wild Birds Unlimited - Charlotte store and receive a 20% discount on one regular priced item of your choice. This offer good during August and September 2020.
So, go ahead and visit https://www.nwf.org/Garden-for-Wildlife/Certify to learn more about wildlife habitat and view the certification process. Charlotte currently has over 1,280 certified habitats. Help us create more and do something good for nature. We welcome and encourage your involvement. Please share this email and help us spread the word.
Have a great summer filled with nature!
The Leadership Team
Charlotte Wildlife Stewards
Background:
As CROWN celebrated its fifth anniversary during 2019, we took a serious look at our organization, utilizing the help of Leadership Charlotte with the focus on taking CROWN to the next level. During this nine-month process, one of the key elements discussed was our name. It was determined that the name CROWN, by itself, did not clearly identify us and took a bit of explanation in order to reveal who we are. CROWN stands for Charlotte Reconnecting Ourselves With Nature. It is also used by numerous businesses and organizations that are located in the Queen City. Simply put, the name was confusing. Our leadership team spent many hours researching and testing possible “new and improved” names which would immediately paint a clear picture of what we are about. In late 2019, our group came up with the new name and logo along with renewed determination to work toward our mission and vision.
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One of 18 chapters of the North Carolina Wildlife Federation, we are focused on the Charlotte region with its mission: "To create, preserve, and protect wildlife habitat through education, engagement, and enjoyment." We believe there can be both economic growth while providing healthy ecosystems for wildlife to thrive.
Did you know that this organization worked to certify Charlotte as a NWF "Wildlife Friendly Community"? Contact us with your thoughts, questions, or share your love of nature with us. |
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Members of Charlotte Wildlife Stewards Leadership Team attended the NCWF Governor's Conservation Achievement Award Banquet in Cary, NC. We were recognized as the 2019 Chapter of the Year.
Special thanks to our team, our volunteers and community partners who contributed to an amazing year. Let's continue to work together, for wildlife and their habitat.
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Charlotte Wildlife Stewards were recognized by Trees Charlotte and the Charlotte Tree Advisory Commission for our work in the community. We are a 2019 "Proud Partner of the Canopy"! Trees are important to all life in our region. Listen to the story on WFAE. |
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We are celebrating our 6th year connecting the greater Charlotte region with the wonders of nature! We welcome your participation as we continue our mission, grow our partners, and encourage wildlife conservation at home, school, places of worship, and work.
Check out one of our latest videos!
Check out one of our latest videos!
Preserving HabitatWhether it's your home, business, or place of worship, your landscape can become a wildlife habitat.
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Creating StewardsFrom kids to seniors, indoors our out, let us help you become stewards of this great earth!
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Being InformedOur monthly community programs are free and cover a wide range of environmental topics.
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Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength
that will endure as long as life lasts. - Rachel Carson
that will endure as long as life lasts. - Rachel Carson
