From the VIPs (Very Important Pond-dwellers) to the troublemaking invasive species, join the South Wake Conservationists as they navigate through the shell-tastic landscape that is Wake County. Don’t miss the conservation scoop on how to ensure a bright future for these slow and steady locals. It’s a shell of a ride you won’t want to...
Join a park ranger at the Flytrap Trail for a hike along the trails. We will learn about different habitats that exist within Carolina Beach State Park and how each habitat affects the plants and animals that call the park home. No registration required. Meet at the Flytrap Trail parking area at the end of...
Join a park ranger for a discussion on Jones Lake State Park's largest mammal: the black bear. Learn about the biology and habits of the king of the forest. No registration required. Participants should meet at the visitor center at 2 p.m.
Join us in celebrating Arbor Day all week long, Sunday, March 12 through Friday, March 17! We’re teaming up with the NC Forest Service, NC Forestry Association, NC Project Learning Tree, and NC Urban Forest Council on Facebook and X (formally Twitter) to give you all the tree-loving resources you need. Each day we’ve selected a different theme highlighting key parts of trees and forestry:...
Pine stands play an important economic role across the southeastern United States and are responsible for bringing in tens of billions of dollars every year through timber and pulpwood products. Increasing and maximizing pine productivity is therefore crucial. The use of herbicides is one way to increase productivity by managing competition from herbaceous species and...
Fleetwood, NC Join Blue Ridge Women in Agriculture, the Forest Stewards Guild and the Sustainable Development Teaching and Research Farm for a hands-on workshop all about chainsaw operating basics! This is a safe space to learn a new skill or deepen your existing saw knowledge. Our programming is offered to marginalized genders including women-identifying individuals, non-binary and...
Discover the secrets of the bay forest at Jones Lake State Park by joining a park ranger for an invigorating hike. Learn about the flora and fauna of the forest while understanding the significance of Carolina bays. Bring bug spray, water, and hiking shoes. No registration required. Meet at the park visitor center.
This 1.5-day school is in person. School hours are 8:30 AM-5:00 PM on day one and 8:30-11:30 AM on day two. Only one category session may be chosen since the sessions happen at the same time. For Pesticide Safety School details and additional info, please visit here: https://pesticidesafety.ces.ncsu.edu/event/2220596832/pittsboro-pesticide-safety-school/ Pittsboro Pesticide Safety School Online Registration Link
This 1.5-day school is in person. School hours are 8:30 AM-5:00 PM on day one and 8:30-11:30 AM on day two. Only one category session may be chosen since the sessions happen at the same time. For Pesticide Safety School details and additional info, please visit here: https://pesticidesafety.ces.ncsu.edu/event/2220596832/pittsboro-pesticide-safety-school/
North Carolina timber markets have seen a number of changes in recent months that impact woodland owners' ability to sell their wood. In this webinar, you’ll learn about the current, emerging and future timber markets, new products and market trends that may impact your forest management decisions.
