Wings & Wolves Guided Wildlife Tour

Come spend the day with Sylvan Heights Bird Park as we embark on a full day excursion exploring both Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge and Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge in search of migrating waterfowl. Our team of educators will take you on a guided adventure to see large populations of ducks, geese and swans that winter in eastern NC. Included in this adventure is a trip to the Red Wolf Center in Columbia, NC to learn about eastern NC’s endangered red wolves. Both wolves and waterfowl share these habitats, and this area offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities.

What’s Included:

– Round-trip transportation from Sylvan Heights Bird Park in Scotland Neck, NC
– Guided tours of Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge and Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge.
– A visit to the Red Wolf Center in Columbia, NC
– Snacks
– Water

Lunch is not provided, but we will be stopping at Martelle’s Feed House restaurant in Engelhard, NC where guests may purchase their own lunch.

Itinerary

9:20 am – Depart from Sylvan Heights Bird Park

11:00 am—12: 00pm – Visit Red Wolf Center

12:50 – 1:50 pm – Lunch at Martelle’s Feed House

2:05pm—3:30pm – Birdwatching at Mattamuskeet NWR

4:15pm-5:30pm – Birdwatching at Pungo Unit of Pocosin Lakes NWR

7:10pm – Return to Sylvan Heights Bird Park

What to bring

– Bird identification guides will be available, however you are encouraged to bring your favorite guide. If you journal or keep sketch books, don’t forget to bring those, too.
– Binoculars (we will have extras for anyone needing to borrow a pair)
– Dress for the weather and possible muddy situations within the refuge, even with most viewing from the van. Plan to layer for comfort.

Cancellation Policy

Please contact us as soon as possible if you are unable to attend so that we may open your spot up for other guests. Cancellations made within 48 hours of departure are not eligible for refunds.