Wildlife Architects: Nests, Burrows, and other Animal Homes

Photo by: Lynn Carter

Protecting, conserving and restoring North Carolina wildlife and habitat since 1945.

Since 1945, North Carolina Wildlife Federation has worked for all wildlife and habitat, bringing together conservationists, wildlife enthusiasts, hunters and anglers, government and industry to protect North Carolina’s natural resources. From the Great Smoky Mountains to the Outer Banks, NCWF is a diverse community of people who value wildlife and wild places and the many ways to enjoy them.

Common sense conservation, supported by science.

NCWF Overall Impact by the Numbers

16,332

Certified Wildlife Habitats in NC

38,303

Acres of pollinator habitat restored

122,310

Youth and their families learned about nature

300,000

Venison meals distributed to food banks and pantries

70

Osprey platforms installed along Catawba River

372,827

Pounds of litter removed

7,330

Volunteers restoring habitat

73,681

Trees and native pollinator plants planted

Join Us for an Upcoming Event

Voices Rising: Save Our Sounds (Black Mountain)

Join NCWF Swannanoa Valley WILD! at Highland Farms in Black Mountain for a conversation about...
Learn More about Voices Rising: Save Our Sounds (Black Mountain)

Pollinator Garden Workday at Dismal Swamp State Park (South Mills)

Join NCWF’s Wildlife Habitat Stewards of Northeastern NC Chapter at Dismal Swamp State Park on...
Learn More about Pollinator Garden Workday at Dismal Swamp State Park (South Mills)

Bear Pint Night (Asheville)

Join Artemis Sportswomen, NC Wildlife Federation, and special guest North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission Special...
Learn More about Bear Pint Night (Asheville)

Birds at the Battlefield (Currie)

Join NCWF and Cape Fear Audubon for a bird walk at Moores Creek National Battlefield....
Learn More about Birds at the Battlefield (Currie)

Wildlife and nature lovers can get a 24/7 glimpse into the life of a pair of captive red wolves at the Red Wolf Center in Columbia, N.C., located on Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge. Red wolves are rare and naturally shy, making it nearly impossible to view them in the wild. With one webcam in their den and the other in their outdoor enclosure, viewers can watch (and occasionally hear) the wolves anytime. An active osprey nest and a heron rookery are the stars of our other wildlife cams. Enjoy this rare opportunity to observe these amazing creatures up close and personal!

Watch Osprey Cam

Watch Heron Rookery

Watch Red Wolf Den

Watch Red Wolf Enclosure