N.C. Tree Farm Program, Inc.

This course will include an outside compass course and exercise, weather permitting. REGISTER

Learn about the importance and beauty of raptors.

The southeastern United States has millions of acres of oak dominated forests that have a closed canopy with limited herbaceous and shrub understory that northern bobwhite require. Research has demonstrated that with adequate overstory thinning and the use of frequent prescribed fire, these forests can support populations of Northern Bobwhite Quail, presenting perhaps the best...

This is an advanced workshop open to certified burners only. The workshop will focus on techniques to help you maximize your burn window with prescribed fire in pine stands, including loblolly, shortleaf and longleaf. Learn about the parameters needed to burn safely in each of these stand types. Space is limited, register early to guarantee...

While the forest sector is an economic engine in most of the rural regions, timber production is not the primary reason for owning forestland for the majority of family forest landowners. Forests offer landowners several alternative income opportunities that are often compatible with their primary objectives of owning forestland. This workshop educates natural resource professionals...

This workshop is designed to provide anglers with some fundamental skills in taking their catch from the stream to the table. In this hands-on course, you will learn best practices for handling fish at the time of the catch to ensure its best possible taste. Participants will practice various methods of fish cleaning including scaling...

This workshop is designed for foresters, natural resource professionals and technical assistance providers who are interested in achieving a balance between meeting wildlife objectives and the economics of forest ownership. (CFEs and CPC CEUs provided.) Topics include: Balancing economics, wildlife and legacy Forest management for focal animals and plants Species conservation terminology and responsibilities Financial...

While the forest sector is an economic engine in most of the rural regions, timber production is not the primary reason for owning forestland for the majority of family forest landowners. Forests offer landowners several alternative income opportunities that are often compatible with their primary objectives of owning forestland. This workshop educates natural resource professionals...

Join other K-8 classroom and nonformal educators as they explore activities in the Project Learning Tree K-8 Curriculum Guide. Every participant will leave the workshop with the PLT K-8 Activity Guide which includes 96 activities correlated to the N.C. Standard Course of Study and Essential Standards.

Whether you are an angler, hunter or wildlife watcher the "Outdoor Skills" programs offer you a chance to try your hand at skills that will help keep you safe in the forest. Ages 12 and up.