An Experience AwaitsTake a walk on the wild side at Carolina Raptor Center's Raptor Trail. Our eagles, vultures, hawks, and falcons are waiting to say hello. Check out our calendar for weekly event schedules.More...
Creating Wonder In Children And AdultsCatch wonder by the tail with our formal and informal education programs. Children 3 to 93 will delight the science and natural history of 38 raptor species and how they have inspired human invention.More...
Conserving Birds One At A TimeStaff and volunteers at this hidden hospital in the woods treats over 900 injured and orphaned birds a year – more than any other US raptor center. Over 70% are released back into the wild!More...
Giving Is As Easy As 1-2-3Press the easy button by giving online, via phone or through traditional mail. Your passion and engagement fuels our mission every day.More...
SOAR 2020Students Organized to Advocate for Raptors (SOAR) are teen volunteers who lead special activities on the Raptor Trail at Carolina Raptor Center.Read More
Tune in to Avian Home AdventureTune in on Facebook for a daily behind the scenes look at CRC. Avian Home Adventure at 11 am. Follow us on Facebook for a notice when we go live.Go to Facebook
Raptor Trail CLOSED; Hospital CLOSEDThe Raptor Trail is closed until further notice. The Hospital is not accepting patients. Call 704-875-6521 x111 if you find an injured bird.Learn More
#EarthOptimismCLT GOES ONLINEKick off Earth Day ONLINE with a healthy serving of optimism. Find hope for the planet through these local, replicable solutions.Visit the Page
Summer Camp Registrations are OPEN!Don't wait to sign up for Raptors Rock! Summer Day Camp 2020, they'll go quickly!Register and More Info
SCHOOL PROGRAMSBook your Fall program NOW!Much of our Spring programming has been cancelled due to coronavirus closings. Book for Fall now and beat the rush! Get your students nose to beak with the raptors.
INSPIREQUEST at Latta Nature PreserveHave you been out to CRC lately and seen the new QUEST coming out of the ground? We are excited to partner with Mecklenburg County Park and Rec on this new facility. Coming Fall 2020.
NESTLING SEASONDid you know that you can put them back?Baby birds fall out of the nest this time of year. The best thing that you can do is put them back. If you suspect they are injured, then they may need a trip to the hospital. We treat RAPTORS ONLY.
