Grandfather Mountain is the region’s premier and most ecologically diverse nature preserve; a vast wild place, where knowledgeable guides and modern conveniences make a personal mountain adventure accessible to all.

The Harris Energy & Environmental Center features interactive exhibits on electricity, energy efficiency and the benefits of nuclear power.

Howell Woods is the perfect spot for environmental group field trips. Get hands-on experience with native reptiles in the live museum, learn about their ecological footprint, or discover the inner-workings of an ecosystem.

Hub Farm is a 30 acre farm, forest, and aquatic educational center that provides experiential, outdoor learning for the greater Durham community in environmental stewardship, health and nutrition, and career development.

Located along the Cape Fear River Trail, the scenic woodlands at J. Bayard Clark Park & Nature Center provide opportunities for groups to enjoy outdoor education, camping, hiking, and other recreational activities.

Explore interactive science exhibits and learn about renewable energy at Jennette’s Pier. Features large aquariums inside the pier house, world-class fishing, clean public beaches, and bathhouse.

Long Branch Environmental Education Center is an ecological sanctuary, land trust and educational center for environmental design, organic food production, renewable energy, recycling, wildlife protection and more. 

Since 1991, Kanuga’s Mountain Trail Outdoor School has taught experiential outdoor education in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina.

Situated on 55 acres of land along the Neuse River in Kinston the Neuseway Nature Park contains a Nature Center, Planetarium, Health & Science Museum, fishing ponds, picnic tables, and plenty of room to run around and explore.

The North Carolina Zoo protects wildlife and wild places and inspires people to join us in conserving the natural world. The Zoo is the world’s largest natural habitat zoo, sitting on 2,600 total acres.

Environmental Education is crucial to what RiverLink does. The education programs focus on getting students out in the watershed for hands-on experiential learning, fostering a love and appreciation for their water resources.

Schoolhouse of Wonder is a place where everyone can play, learn, and grow. Guided by its core values, their team of professionals mentor children ages 3-17 through nature-based outdoor adventures.