Central Carolina Amphibian and Reptile Initiative
NCWF is a proud partner in CCARI,
which has the primary goal of facilitating and coordinating amphibian and reptile conservation
and education in the Central Carolina region.
NCWF sponsors the Catawba River Corridor Coverboard Project, a program providing for scientific
study and educational opportunities about wildlife in the Catawba River corridor.
NCWF is one of the sponsors of an exciting new NC Snake book:
A Guide to the Snakes of North Carolina
Dr.
Michael Dorcas, winner of NCWF’s “ Environmental Educator of the
Year” award in the 2003 Governor’s Conservation Achievement Awards
programs, is the author of a new book, A
Guide to the Snakes of North Carolina. This book provides detailed, easy-to-read
descriptions of all 37 species of North Carolina’s snakes. Loaded with
color photographs of all snake species in the state, it also includes sections
on Frequently Asked Questions, snakebite, and conservation. Designed to foster
the public’s appreciation of snakes as fascinating and valuable parts
of our natural heritage worthy of conservation. A
Guide to the Snakes of North Carolina is sponsored by a wide range of organizations
interested in the conservation of our North Carolina natural heritage, including
the North Carolina Wildlife Federation. The books are $10.00(at the office)
or add $1.95 for shipping and handling. Please contact the NCWF Charlotte office
to order, at (704) 332-5696.
*A 13
question study guide is available upon request!