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Sustainable building design, rain gardens and a wetland. Most programs free of charge. Hands-on activities allow visitors to practice technology skills in the field and learn how wildlife scientists collect data and do research. Regular calendar of events and classes for the public, preschool through senior citizen. Group programs available on-site or through distance learning. Teacher workshops available on-site or as outreach. Individuals or small groups can visit our interactive exhibit hall where touchscreen computers and other technologies will help them explore the species and habitats of the Piedmont, including wildlife in urban settings. The Wildlife Explorer Program with self-directed booklet of activities is available for parents with children in grades K-5.

February Fish and Wildlife Seminar: American Oystercatcher
Centennial Campus Center for Wildlife Education
Wednesday, Feb 24, 2010 3:30 PM to 5 PM
Centennial Campus Center for Wildlife Education - Dr. Ted Simons, Assistant Unit Leader of the Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit at NC State University, will present his research on American Oystercatchers. These striking black-and-white shorebirds with long reddish-orange bills nest on our coastal beaches...
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Friday, Feb 26, 2010 9 AM to 12 PM
Centennial Campus Center for Wildlife Education - Take advantage of cold winter days and stay inside with us for an introductory class on Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and learn how it's used with wildlife. Our wildlife biologists use this same high-powered GIS program to study wildlife distribution and habitats...
Family Frog Call Lunch Series
Wednesday, Mar 10, 2010 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Centennial Campus Center for Wildlife Education - Come enjoy your lunch while we listen and learn frog and toad calls, identification, and ecology of the more common Piedmont species. Limit: 20 people. To register call 919-707-0209.
March Fish and Wildlife Seminar: The North American Model
Centennial Campus Center for Wildlife Education
Wednesday, Mar 10, 2010 3:30 PM to 5 PM
Centennial Campus Center for Wildlife Education - Dr. David Cobb will discuss the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation. Dr. Cobb is the chief of the Wildlife Management Division for the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission...
Digital Nature Photography
Wednesday, Apr 21, 2010 9 AM to 12 PM
Centennial Campus Center for Wildlife Education - Here is the perfect class for educators and outdoor enthusiasts. Discuss the basics of light, perspective, and composition using both point-and-shoot and SLR digital cameras...
Digital Nature Journaling
Friday, May 14, 2010 9 AM to 12 PM
Centennial Campus Center for Wildlife Education - Take digital photography to the next level. Incorporate scrap-booking techniques to help turn photos of family outdoor adventures into memorable treasures you can share. Digital cameras provided. Limit: 10 adults. To register call 919-707-0209. Free
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Raleigh, NC 27699-1712

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 		Centennial Campus Center for Wildlife Education

Hours of Operation
Open Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.; closed on state holidays

Address
1751 Varsity DR
Raleigh, NC 27606
Directions
The Centennial Campus Center for Wildlife Education is located at 1751 Varsity Drive on the Centennial Campus of N.C. State University. Centennial Campus is accessible from Avent Ferry Road and Centennial Parkway, and is convenient to I-40.

Phone
(919) 707-0201
(919) 707-0210 (fax)

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Contacts


Beth Gunn
(919) 707-0205  Program Coordinator, Centennial Campus Center for Wildlife Education
Marti Kane
(919) 707-0203  Center Director, Centennial Campus Center for Wildlife Education

Mission
To increase awareness and understanding of natural resources, build an appreciation of the outdoors and develop stewardship of North Carolina’s wildlife.

Cost of Programs/Admission
Admission and most programs are free of charge. Call for information on public programs. Group leaders should contact the Center at least one month in advance to schedule a program for your group. All programs done on-site at the Center. Distance learning programs available for those who cannot visit the Center. Outreach services (workshops and consultations) are available to teachers and other adult educators

Features
The Center is located in the Wildlife Commission’s headquarters building. This sustainable building – the first of its kind on the NCSU campus – includes rain gardens and a wetland that work together to manage stormwater runoff while also providing wildlife habitat. A greenway connects the Center to other sections of Centennial Campus including North Creek, Walnut Creek and Lake Raleigh. A variety of urban wildlife is easily seen such as deer, beaver, raccoons, rabbits, foxes, hawks, geese, herons and songbirds.

Accessibility
The sustainable building, exhibits and classrooms fully comply with ADA accessibility guidelines. Paved sidewalks provide viewing access to the rain gardens and a wetland. The Center is connected to an accessible greenway that links various natural habitats on Centennial Campus.

Eco Region(s)
Piedmont (Ecoregion 45)

River Basin(s)
Neuse River Basin

Related Topics
  • Auditorium
  • Biking Trail
  • Bus Parking
  • Canoeing or Kayaking
  • Computer Center
  • Educational Laboratory
  • Environmental Education Center
  • Environmental Education Organization
  • Exhibits
  • Fishing
  • Garden
  • Gift Shop
  • Hiking Trail
  • Permanent Education Staff
  • Restrooms
Posted 9/22/2006 3:50 PM
Updated   1/21/2010


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