Western North Carolina Nature Center

The WNC Nature Center connects people with the animals and plants of the Southern Appalachian Mountain region by inspiring appreciation, nurturing understanding, and advancing conservation.

About

Sector:

Service Area: Statewide

Address

75 Gashes Creek Road
Asheville NC 28805

The Young Naturalists program is a highly successful teen volunteer program, enriching the lives of local teens throu…

Themes
Wildlife & Naturalist Skills, Animal Care, Interpretation
Offerings
Direct teaching
Teen volunteer service
Audiences
Students: Grade 6-8
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Summer camps at the Nature Center are fun, educational experiences designed to involve campers in the wonders of the …

Themes
Offerings
Direct teaching
Audiences
Students: Grade K-5
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The Nature Center models nature-based play spaces throughout the grounds with nature “play pockets” along the pat…

Themes
Outdoor Learning
Offerings
Direct teaching
Play spaces
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Experience a full sampling of all the different roles environmental educators take on—no two days will be exactly t…

Themes
Animal Care
Offerings
Internships
Audiences
Pre-Service Educators/College Students
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