This kids' fishing derby for ages 17 and under awards prices for heaviest, longest and shortest fish in different age categories. A prize will be awarded to the adult who catches the heaviest fish of the day. This will be a special license-exempt day. All members of the family may participate without having a fishing...
Ever hear about Dutch Ovens and want to know what they're all about? Come see how it's done as we set one up and cook two recipes. You don't have to survive on trail mix or canned food while camping. Meet at the park office.
Grandfather Mountain produces an amazing variety of wildflowers, which change from week to week, so join us throughout the season to experience the changes! This hike is moderate and the pace will be slow - all experience levels welcome. We will see spring wildflowers of rich and acidic cove forest, and northern hardwood forest environments. Start Location:...
Join a ranger to learn about the diversity of life found here at Mount Michell State Park and what they eat and where you might be able to see these mysterious creatures. Start Location: Upper Summit Parking Lot
Come to Medoc Mountain State Park and enjoy a leisurely hike through the woods by the light of the full moon. Hike various park trails and enjoy the sights and sounds of the night. This is fun for the whole family. Be sure to dress for the weather, and bring a bottle of water and...
The N.C. Tree Farm Program is an offering Inspector Training Workshop for forestry professionals who are interested in volunteering with the program. CFE credits will be provided. Prior to registering to attend, please review the ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS for the academic and/or experience credentials required to be a Tree Farm Inspector. REGISTER by May 25
Have you considered planning a Fire Festival in your region? This webinar will talk about lessons learned from coordinating and hosting public Fire Festivals. Brian Wiebler and Angie Carl both have experience leading highly successful Fire Festival events in North Florida (Red Hills Fire Festival) and North Carolina (Fire in the Pines Festival), respectively. In...
Herbicides are an important tool in both forest and wildlife management in the south and particularly in southern pine management. The common practice of heavy chemical site prep prescriptions in forest management may not be appropriate in stands where restoration and wildlife habitat is the objective. The webinar will address herbicide uses in longleaf restoration...
Whether you are new or experienced in growing longleaf pine, there is more to learn and people who can help! The Sandhills Prescribed Burn Association invites you to an evening workshop where natural resource professionals will discuss: Converting from loblolly to longleaf pine The benefits of growing-season burns Best management practices for pinestraw raking Beetle...
Prepare to get wet, this free clinic is the second in a series of two designed to give anglers and paddlers the information and skills required to safely and successfully fish in sheltered waters from a kayak. This clinic meets at the Lake Rim Boating Access area and features sessions with Commission staff and volunteers....
