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Connecting Kids with Wildlife Through Art
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We help elementary-aged children build curiosity and care for native wildlife through hands-on art and education. Early moments of connection shape how they see and value the world around them.

Kids who care about wildlife grow into adults who protect it.

 

Painted Butterflies made by students
  • Discover your path

    When kids explore nature through art, they learn to care about animals—and grow up ready to protect them.

  • Every donation helps kids grow, learn, and care for nature.

  • Bring your lessons to life with fun, hands-on activities that teach kids about animals through art.

  • Love animals? Make art, go on adventures, and become a real wildlife champion!

  • Help kids learn and have fun with animals and art.

  • Use your art to help kids care about wildlife. Your creativity can make a big difference.

Celebrating 10,000 Pieces of Wildlife Art

Learn why art is a magical way to get kids engaged with wildlife in this short video. Celebrate this incredible milestone with us!

Every piece of wildlife art made by a student takes them
one step closer to becoming a wildlife champion.

Child looking through a magnifying glass outdoors near green ferns.

Fun things happening!

Whether you're joining us at an event, exploring art in nature, or helping kids learn about wildlife, there’s always something exciting on the horizon. Check back often, follow us on social media, or join our newsletter to stay in the loop with all the wild and wonderful things we’re up to!

Wild Through Their Eyes Art Exhibit

Friday, May 1, 2026Friday, May 8, 2026
Tryon Fine Arts Center
34 Melrose Avenue
Tryon, NC 28791
US
Tryon Fine Arts Exhibition

This special exhibit features artwork and poetry created by students participating in our Wild for Art Programs and will remain on view from May 1st through May 8th.

Come and see the world through their eyes, and celebrate their creativity.

Feel free to come back and enjoy it as often as you’d like!

Sip & Sculpt - AMB Wild for Box Turtles

Monday, May 11, 2026
6:00 pm7:30 pm
Appalachian Mountain Brewery Taproom and Kitchen
46 N Mills River Rd
Mills River, NC 28759
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Wild for Box Turtles

This special adults-only Sip & Sculpt fundraising event is all about blending creativity, conservation, and community. Enjoy a lively talk by Champions for Wildlife educators about a special wildlife underdog, the Box Turtle! All proceeds of this event will go to educational programs at Champions for Wildlife. 

🎨 Hands-on clay sculpting (all materials provided)

🐢 We will be sculpting Box Turtles

🍻 🍔 Come early and hang out with the Champions for Wildlife team! We’ll be grabbing dinner before the event — Locally crafted brews, beverages, and food are available for purchase. 

Sip & Sculpt - Stubborn Mule Restaurant & Brewery

Tuesday, May 19, 2026
6:00 pm7:30 pm
Stubborn Mule Restaurant & Brewery
501 N Howard Ave
Landrum, SC 29356
US

This special adults-only Sip & Sculpt fundraising event is all about blending creativity, conservation, and community. Enjoy a lively talk by Champions for Wildlife educators about a special wildlife underdog. All proceeds of this event will go to educational programs at Champions for Wildlife! 

🎨 Hands-on clay sculpting (all materials provided)

🐢 Guests will vote ahead of time to decide the wildlife-inspired sculpting project for the evening. Choose between Hellbenders, Red Wolves, or Box Turtles! 

🍻 🍔 Come early and hang out with the Champions for Wildlife team! We’ll be grabbing dinner before the event — Locally crafted brews, beverages, and food are available for purchase. 

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