We offer official NWF training to become Habitat Stewards with NWF
"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
The Charlotte Wildlife Stewards partner with other environmental organizations to host educational training through the National Wildlife Federation. This 24 hour training process results in the creation of "Habitat Stewards" who will work within their communities to promote wildlife conservation.
We just completed another National Wildlife Federation Habitat Steward Training class!
The North Carolina Wildlife Federation, in collaboration with two local chapters; Charlotte Wildlife Stewards (Charlotte) and HAWK (Matthews), completed a National Wildlife Federation Habitat Stewards Training course in March 2022. This was a great opportunity for individuals interested in learning how to create certified wildlife habitats, the value and benefits of native plants, native NC wildlife, nature training, understanding the major elements of a healthy ecosystem , and important conservation initiatives.
Habitat Steward Training took place at Matthews Community Center, located in downtown Matthews. Habitat Steward Training included 24-hours of class time, expert regional speakers, and related materials. Class size was 30 individuals from all over North Carolina. Volunteer commitment of 30 hours post-course is required for certification.
NCWF members were eligible for a special discounted registration rate. Non-members were asked to register at the general registration rate, but NC Wildlife Federation was pleased to extend a complimentary year of NCWF membership to those registrants.
Dates: March 3rd through the 6th, 2022
Thurs 5PM-9PM 3/3
Fri 8AM-5PM 3/4
Sat 8AM-5PM 3/5
Sun 11AM-5PM 3/6
In addition to being issued several key nature related books and materials, course topics included:
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!
We just completed another National Wildlife Federation Habitat Steward Training class!
The North Carolina Wildlife Federation, in collaboration with two local chapters; Charlotte Wildlife Stewards (Charlotte) and HAWK (Matthews), completed a National Wildlife Federation Habitat Stewards Training course in March 2022. This was a great opportunity for individuals interested in learning how to create certified wildlife habitats, the value and benefits of native plants, native NC wildlife, nature training, understanding the major elements of a healthy ecosystem , and important conservation initiatives.
Habitat Steward Training took place at Matthews Community Center, located in downtown Matthews. Habitat Steward Training included 24-hours of class time, expert regional speakers, and related materials. Class size was 30 individuals from all over North Carolina. Volunteer commitment of 30 hours post-course is required for certification.
NCWF members were eligible for a special discounted registration rate. Non-members were asked to register at the general registration rate, but NC Wildlife Federation was pleased to extend a complimentary year of NCWF membership to those registrants.
Dates: March 3rd through the 6th, 2022
Thurs 5PM-9PM 3/3
Fri 8AM-5PM 3/4
Sat 8AM-5PM 3/5
Sun 11AM-5PM 3/6
In addition to being issued several key nature related books and materials, course topics included:
- 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
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 past graduates of our Habitat Steward training classes. Participants are given the opportunity to become part of the solution to the many issues and challenges facing the natural world right here in the Charlotte region. Are you interested in creating a beautiful native plant habitat that invites wildlife and improves water quality? Share your enthusiasm to encourage friends and neighbors to create wildlife habitat for butterflies, pollinators and birds!
