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Instructors taking a break from a lecture at the Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Park: Instructors take a break from a lecture at the Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Park. The park provides educational tours and programs in the conservation of rare and endangered waterfowl.; Format: image/photograph

A Rainbow Lorikeet at the Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Park in Scotland Neck, NC: This is a Rainbow Lorikeet at the Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Park in Scotland Neck, North Carolina. The park provides educational tours and programs in the conservation of rare and endangered waterfowl.; Format: image/photograph

The Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center: Learn about the heritage of the "down east" people and explore the cultural and natural resources of the Core Sound region of North Carolina.; Format: article/field trip opportunity

Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Park and Eco-Center: One of the best field trip opportunities in northeast North Carolina, Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Center provides educational tours and programs in the conservation of rare and endangered waterfowl.; Format: article/field trip opportunity

Ducks in a row at the Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Park: Ducks swim side by side at the Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Park in Scotland Neck, North Carolina.; Format: image/photograph

Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education: Students will learn the importance of North Carolina's wildlife resources at this environmental education facility.; Format: article/field trip opportunity

Lumber River State Park: A rich diversity of plants and animals can be found along the Lumber River. Park rangers are available to provide programs for school groups.; Format: article/field trip opportunity

Brant: The brant (Branta bernicla) is a small goose with a short, stubby bill. It is sometimes referred to as a barnacle goose, due to the mistaken belief in the Middle Ages that it hatched from a barnacle.; Format: image/photograph

American coot: The American coot (Fulica americana) is a migratory waterbird whose habitat ranges from Canada to northern South America. Unlike many other waterfowl, coots have scalloped toes rather than webbed feet.; Format: image/photograph

Pied-billed grebe: The pied-billed grebe is a small water bird that feeds on fish, amphibians, and insects.; Format: image/article

Northern shoveler: Photo of a female northern shoveler (Anas clypeata). The northern shoveler is a migratory duck found in wetland habitats in the Northern Hemisphere. It feeds mostly on plants, which it eats by swinging its broad bill from side to side,...; Format: image/photograph

Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge: Located on the north end of Hatteras Island, Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge provides programs which focus on "interpretation, environmental education, wildlife observation, wildlife photography, and fishing."; Format: article/field trip opportunity

Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge: Located in Anson and Richmond counties of North Carolina, the diversity of habitats and management programs supports a broad range of wildlife species, including over 168 birds, 49 amphibians and reptiles, 28 mammals, and 20 fish species.; Format: article/field trip opportunity

The Walter B. Jones Sr. Center for The Sounds and the Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge: Students can take a walk on the Scuppernong River Interpretive Boardwalk and participate in an environmental education program at the Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge.; Format: article/field trip opportunity

Bird calls in the Mekong delta: Many types of birds make their home among the rice paddies, homes and waterways of the Mekong Delta. To me, this birdcall does not sound like typical waterfowl in America. This was recorded as part of a multi-day Mekong Delta tour that started in Saigon (Ho...; Format: audio

The Pee Dee River: This is the Pee Dee River. The Pee Dee runs through southern North Carolina into South Carolina. Anson and Richmond Counties in North Carolina maintain the Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge, which supports a broad range of wildlife species, including over 168...; Format: image/photograph

Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge: An introduction to the refuge containing information about the habitat, native plants, and wildlife species, as well as details about refuge activities, programs, and events.; Format: article/field trip opportunity

North Carolina Maritime Museum: Students will learn about the rich maritime history of the North Carolina coast as well as the coastal environment and barrier island ecology.; Format: article/field trip opportunity

The Walter L. Stasavich Science and Nature Center at River Park North: This park with its new nature center is a fun place for students to go and learn about the indigenous species of eastern North Carolina.; Format: article/field trip opportunity

Focus on Planet Earth: LEARN NC has developed a resource guide of interactive websites, integrated lesson plans, idea-generating articles, and inspiring field trips to help you incorporate environmental themes in your classroom, school, and community.; Format: bibliography/help

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