Author: Jennifer M

Wildlife Trivia Night is Back: Test Your Knowledge for Conservation!

August 4, 2026

Calling all wildlife enthusiasts! Due to how popular it was last year, Wildlife Trivia Night is officially back. Get ready to test your knowledge of incredible animals and more at this fun community event hosted by South Wake Conservationists. Join us again at Black Dog Bottle Shop in Holly Springs on Friday, August 21st, from … More Wildlife Trivia Night is Back: Test Your Knowledge for Conservation!

A Break in the Rain: Eagles and More at Jordan Lake Dam

February 21, 2026

Mother Nature almost had other plans for us this morning, but she provided just enough of a break to nearly 30 eager nature lovers that gathered at the Jordan Lake Dam for our highly anticipated Bald Eagle Watch. Jeremy Bock, a SWC member and local birder, shared fascinating insights into the behavior and resurgence of … More A Break in the Rain: Eagles and More at Jordan Lake Dam

Interest Survey – Trip to Sylvan Heights Bird Park! 

October 17, 2025

We are exploring a trip to Sylvan Heights Bird Park in Scotland Neck, NC, home to one of the world’s most unique collections of waterfowl and exotic birds! We are looking at going on Saturday, November 15th. Due to the distance and time commitment required for travel and visiting the park, we are using this survey to gauge … More Interest Survey – Trip to Sylvan Heights Bird Park! 

Wildlife Trivia Night: Test Your Knowledge for Conservation!

July 28, 2025

Calling all wildlife enthusiasts! Get ready to test your knowledge of incredible animals and more at Wildlife Trivia Night, hosted by South Wake Conservationists. Join us at the cozy Black Dog Bottle Shop in Holly Springs on Friday, August 15th, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Prepare for an evening of fun and challenging questions … More Wildlife Trivia Night: Test Your Knowledge for Conservation!

🐦 Join us for a Citizen Science Bird Walk🐦

January 27, 2025

Love birds? Want to contribute to real scientific research? Join SWC on February 15th, 2025 from 9:00-11:00AM at Apex Community Park (2200 Laura Duncan Rd, Apex, NC 27523) for a leisurely birding walk and help us gather valuable data for local bird populations! We will meet in the playground/tennis court parking lot near the picnic … More 🐦 Join us for a Citizen Science Bird Walk🐦

Hatch Day at the Sugg Farm Purple Martin Colony!

May 20, 2024

Bird enthusiasts and members of the South Wake Conservationists (SWC) were treated to a delightful event on May 19th, 2024, at the Sugg Farm Purple Martin Colony in Holly Springs. The afternoon unfolded under the expert guidance of Courtney Rousseau, founder and president of the North Carolina Purple Martin Society (NCPMS). Courtney’s knowledge and passion … More Hatch Day at the Sugg Farm Purple Martin Colony!

Join Us for a Nest Check at Sugg Farm Purple Martin Colony!

May 10, 2024

Be sure to register for this one and join us Sunday afternoon at Sugg Farm! This is a very special wildlife tour by our own Courtney Rousseau, and the purple martin colony at Sugg Farm is very active and fun to watch. Learn all about purple martins from Courtney, who is also president of the … More Join Us for a Nest Check at Sugg Farm Purple Martin Colony!