We invite you to join us for NAWM’s Annual State/Tribal/Federal Coordination Meeting, to be held at the National Conservation Training Center (NCTC) from April 27 - May 1, 2026. 
More information coming soon.
LOCATION
National Conservation Training Center
698 Conservation Way
Shepherdstown, WV 25443
Phone: 877-706-6282 or
304-876-7900
The National Conservation Training Center, or frequently referred to as NCTC, is located just 60 miles or just over 1 hour outside the Washington DC metropolitan beltway. They are part of the Shepherdstown, West Virginia community also known for the nearby state university just down the road. They are located closest to the Washington Dulles International Airport, but many customers also use Baltimore/Washington International and Reagan National (DC) Airport.
| TRAVEL TO NCTC | |||
| Driving Directions/Map | Washington Dulles Airport | ||
| Reagan National Airport | Baltimore-Washington International Airport | ||
MAPS
Google Maps: Mapping websites have a difficult time locating NCTC using their mailing address. However, Google Maps will show you how to get to the NCTC entrance via 100 Col Shepherd Rd, Shepherdstown, WV 25443, USA.
NCTC FACILITY
General Information: Phone, Hours, Dining, Day Care, Service, Gym
NCTC: Points of Interest, USFWS Conservation Library, USFWS Conservation Museum and Archives, Vallen Comrades Memorial Wall, Elm Grove Overlook, Butterfly Garden
Facility Activities: Birding, Fishing, Hunting, Hiking, Running, and Photography
THINGS TO DO IN SHEPHERDSTOWN
- Shepherdstown Visitors Center
- Jefferson County WV Chamber of Commerce
- Berkeley County WV Chamber of Commerce
- Calendar of Events
- For more local activities, visit the Friends of NCTC website.
Recreation, Entertainment, Attractions
- Antiques and Flea Markets
- Cress Creek Country Club
- Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail
- Potomac Valley Audubon Society
- James Rumsey Monument
- Shepherdstown Music and Dance
- The C&O Canal (Photo shown to the right)
- The Shepherdstown Opera House
- Upper Potomac Music Weekends
- Vineyards
- Yankauer Nature Preserve
- Washington Heritage Trail
- A complete list of things to do in Shepherdstown, can be found here.
