Bobwhite quail are a species of conservation concern that are dependent on frequent prescribed fire in the southeastern U.S. This presentation will describe basic bobwhite life history characteristics and how prescribed fire influences bobwhite populations. Following the presentation there will be time for audience Q/A with the speaker. Registration Link: https://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WVfotA2nS6qT3wVTHtq82w
Registration is not yet open for this event, check back soon. Join the Sandhills Prescribed Burn Association and ForestHer NC for an opportunity learn about burning in the Sandhills region of North Carolina. We will be burning in a longleaf pine ecosystem to maintain the diversity of native warm season grasses and restore wildlife habitat. Controlled...
Want to catch the buzz about pollinators? In this introduction we’ll go well beyond honeybees to learn the astonishing diversity of native pollinators and the vital roles they play in healthy ecosystems. We’ll also cover some springtime projects that will help pollinators thrive on your land. Presenters: Debbie Roos, Extension Agent, Agriculture - Sustainable /...
Participants who remove their Bradford Pear Trees can receive a free, native replacement tree. One tree given for each tree removed, up to 5. Before and after pictures of the Bradford Pear trees you cut down must be shown to organizers at the pick-up to receive replacement trees. Note, this program is geared toward homeowners/landowners....
Join a park ranger at the Flytrap Trail for a hike along the trails. We will discuss the different types of carnivorous plants we have at the park, including the Venus flytrap. Also, learn about different habitats that exist within Carolina Beach State Park and how each habitat affects the plants and animals that call...
Blue Ridge PRISM is pleased to host Dr. David Coyle who will talk about Callery pear. Dr. Coyle is an Assistant Professor of Forest Health and Invasive Species with Clemson University. He will cover Callery pear, how it was introduced, applied research that has been done to show ecological impacts and effective management strategies, and...
Learn about some of the invasive plants that we are trying to manage in the park and how they can cause damage to the native plants. Meet at the visitor center classroom for this program.
We will be learning the basics of canoeing and then trying out our new skills by maneuvering through the Cypress swamp. This is a slow and calm canoeing experience and great for beginners or if you want to get a closer look at the Cypress trees. YOU MUST SIGN-UP. You can call the park office...
This is the third in a series of webinars offered by South Carolina Women Owning Woodlands. Contact Janet Steele at 803-516-4209 or jmwatt@clemson.edu for more information.
Do you have Pond weeds that seem to creep over your pond each summer? Alamance County will be hosting a workshop on March 30 at 6:30 p.m. to help identify what weeds you have growing in your pond, and what options that are available to treat them. Two hours of A, N, D, & X...
