On Saturday, May 11th, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM ET, NCTC (698 Conservation Way, Shepherdstown, WV) will welcome the surrounding community to its Open House.
You're invited to come learn more about the importance of conservation and NCTC’s role in supporting the mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Whether it’s leading conservation training and education, practicing sustainable solutions, managing invasive species around the property, or preserving our agency’s history through our museum and archives, they have a lot to show you!
Come rain or shine! There will be fun and interactive activities for all ages. While there, you can learn about the work they do across campus, in the local community, as part of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and beyond. There will be tours, presentations, interactive exhibits, demonstrations, bird walks, children’s activities, and more. Experience what life is like inside a life-size bald eagle nest replica and see a real-life bald eagle’s nest in the distance. Go on a bird walk to spot many of their feathered friends and get up close to birds of prey like hawks and owls. Take a cinematic journey of family-friendly films, go on a StoryWalk around their trails, and discover the critters that live in and around our ponds.
We aim to inspire you through our conservation mission!
NCTC's campus is accessible, and volunteers will be available to direct you to each activity. Lunch will be available for purchase at the dining hall from 11:00AM to 2:00PM. Shuttles from designated areas will be provided throughout the day.
Mark your calendars and bring your family and friends to an unforgettable day at the National Conservation Training Center—we hope to see you there!
