Rights of the Red Wolf Expedition

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Why the Red Wolf Matters

The Red Wolf is one of the world's most endangered canids and a symbol of resilience, recovery, and coexistence. By participating in this expedition, you are supporting education, conservation awareness, and Indigenous-led efforts to protect the lands, waters, and species that make North Carolina unique.

Limited to 6 Participants Per Tour

Reserve your seat today and experience the story of the Red Wolf through the lenses of conservation, culture, and environmental justice.

Public Tour Pricing

$325 Per Person

Includes transportation, admissions, educational programming, water, and snacks.

Public Tour Minimum

A minimum of six registered participants is required for public tours to operate.

If minimum enrollment is not reached, guests may choose to:

  • Transfer to another scheduled date

  • Receive a full refund

  • Upgrade to a private expedition

Private Expedition - Starting at $1,950

Reserve the entire expedition for your family, organization, school, university, nonprofit, or leadership team.

Includes:

  • Private transportation

  • Admissions

  • Customized educational programming

  • Indigenous-led interpretation

  • Flexible scheduling

Additional participants may be accommodated through custom arrangements.

Ideal For

  • Universities

  • Schools

  • Environmental Organizations

  • Conservation Groups

  • Leadership Retreats

  • Families

  • Wildlife Enthusiasts

  • Cultural Heritage Travelers

  • Rights of Nature Advocates

Public Red Wolf Expedition
Private Red Wolf Expedition

An Indigenous-Led Wildlife, Conservation & Environmental Justice Experience

Journey into the heart of Red Wolf country and explore one of North America's most endangered species through Indigenous perspectives on stewardship, coexistence, and ecological responsibility.

The Rights of the Red Wolf Expedition is a full-day educational experience that combines wildlife conservation, environmental justice, Indigenous knowledge, and hands-on learning. Participants will travel from central North Carolina to the coastal habitats of eastern North Carolina to learn about the history, recovery efforts, and future of the endangered Red Wolf.

This unique experience examines the growing movement to recognize the rights of species and ecosystems while exploring the cultural significance of wolves and other wildlife to Indigenous Peoples.

Tour Highlights

Stop 1: Museum of Life and Science

Durham, North Carolina

Begin the day with a visit to the Museum of Life and Science's Red Wolf exhibit and wildlife education programs.

Topics Include:

  • Red Wolf biology and ecology

  • Species recovery efforts

  • Wildlife conservation challenges

  • Human-wildlife coexistence

Admission Included.

Stop 2: Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge

Eastern North Carolina

Travel to one of the last places on Earth where wild Red Wolves still roam.

Participants will join a guided refuge tour through one of the most important wildlife conservation areas in the southeastern United States.

Wildlife commonly observed may include:

  • Endangered Red Wolves

  • Black Bears

  • River Otters

  • Bald Eagles

  • Great Blue Herons

  • Alligators

  • Turtles

  • Migratory Birds

Every tour is unique, and wildlife sightings vary depending on season and conditions. Admission Included.

Educational Topics

  • Rights of the Red Wolf

    Explore emerging legal and ethical frameworks that recognize species' rights to exist, thrive, and evolve.

  • Indigenous Perspectives on Wolves

    Learn about the traditional relationships between Indigenous Peoples and wolves, including teachings on balance, kinship, and stewardship.

  • Conservation & Biodiversity

    Examine the challenges facing endangered species and the importance of protecting biodiversity in North Carolina and beyond.

  • Rights of Nature

    Discuss how Indigenous worldviews and Rights of Nature movements are reshaping conversations about conservation and environmental protection.

  • Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK)

    Discover how Indigenous knowledge systems contribute to wildlife conservation and ecosystem stewardship.

Tour Details

Duration: Approximately 12 Hours

Schedule: Thursdays, June through August

Departure Time: 9:00 AM

Return Time: Approximately 10:30 PM

Departure Location: Mebane, North Carolina

Maximum Capacity: 6 Participants

What's Included

✔ Round-trip transportation from Mebane, NC

✔ Museum of Life and Science admission

✔ Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge guided tour

✔ Indigenous-led educational interpretation

✔ Water and snacks throughout the day

✔ Educational materials and resources

✔ Small-group experience