"It is our collective and individual responsibility to protect and nurture the global family,
to support its weaker members and to preserve and tend to the environment
in which we all live." ~Dalai Lama
to support its weaker members and to preserve and tend to the environment
in which we all live." ~Dalai Lama
Announcing the National Wildlife Federation Habitat Steward Training class for spring 2020
The North Carolina Wildlife Federation, in collaboration with two local chapters; Charlotte Wildlife Stewards (Charlotte) and HAWK (Matthews), will be hosting a National Wildlife Federation Habitat Stewards Training course. This is a great opportunity for individuals interested in learning how to create certified wildlife habitats, the value and benefits of native plants, native NC wildlife, understanding the major elements of a healthy ecosystem , and important conservation initiatives.
Habitat Steward Training will take place April 21 (6-9pm) and April 24-26 (9-5, 9-5, 9-2) at Matthews Community Center, located in downtown Matthews. Habitat Steward Training includes 24-hours of class time, expert regional speakers, and related materials. Participants must attend entire training. Class size is limited to 30 individuals. Volunteer commitment of 30 hours post-course is required for certification.
NCWF members are eligible for a special discounted registration rate. Non-members are asked to register at the general registration rate, but NC Wildlife Federation is pleased to extend a complimentary year of NCWF membership to those registrants.
In addition to being issued several key nature related books and materials, course topics will include:
Register now to reserve your seat for this unique and timely course: Click here to register
We need more stewards of this Earth who understand the importance of healthy ecosystems, providing native plants for pollinators, and sharing the basic science of natural habitats with others. There are limited seats available, so if interested, please register as soon as possible to secure your seat for this inspiring, informative course. Become a NWF Certified Wildlife Habitat Steward!
The North Carolina Wildlife Federation, in collaboration with two local chapters; Charlotte Wildlife Stewards (Charlotte) and HAWK (Matthews), will be hosting a National Wildlife Federation Habitat Stewards Training course. This is a great opportunity for individuals interested in learning how to create certified wildlife habitats, the value and benefits of native plants, native NC wildlife, understanding the major elements of a healthy ecosystem , and important conservation initiatives.
Habitat Steward Training will take place April 21 (6-9pm) and April 24-26 (9-5, 9-5, 9-2) at Matthews Community Center, located in downtown Matthews. Habitat Steward Training includes 24-hours of class time, expert regional speakers, and related materials. Participants must attend entire training. Class size is limited to 30 individuals. Volunteer commitment of 30 hours post-course is required for certification.
NCWF members are eligible for a special discounted registration rate. Non-members are asked to register at the general registration rate, but NC Wildlife Federation is pleased to extend a complimentary year of NCWF membership to those registrants.
In addition to being issued several key nature related books and materials, course topics will include:
- North Carolina Wildlife Federation and local Chapters
- Elements of a wildlife habitat
- Trees of the region
- Mammals of Mecklenburg County
- Native Plants
- Insects / Arthropods
- Amphibians
- Ecology
- Birds
- Invasive Plants
- Soil Micro fauna
- Soil and Water Conservation
- Water Quality
- Turtles and Reptiles
- Hands on Habitat Assessment
- Advocating for wildlife
Register now to reserve your seat for this unique and timely course: Click here to register
We need more stewards of this Earth who understand the importance of healthy ecosystems, providing native plants for pollinators, and sharing the basic science of natural habitats with others. There are limited seats available, so if interested, please register as soon as possible to secure your seat for this inspiring, informative course. Become a NWF Certified Wildlife Habitat Steward!
Charlotte Wildlife Stewards and our regional partners wish to congratulate the graduates of our 2016 Habitat Steward training class. The class offered participants the opportunity to become part of the solution to the many issues facing the natural world right here in the Charlotte region. The National Wildlife Federation's Habitat Steward Training program empowers you with the tools, support, resources and contacts that will give you the knowledge and confidence to make a positive difference in your community. Attend of our upcoming chapter meetings and meet these newly empowered stewards. Hear their stories and discover how they will help transform the future of Charlotte.
