Hardwood tree species are widely distributed across the southeastern United States and provide significant economic and ecological benefits. Hardwood forests support wildlife habitat, contribute to food resources, nutrient cycling, offer recreational opportunities, and supply valuable timber. However, many hardwood species are susceptible to diseases that produce symptomatic leaves such as bacterial leaf scorch, anthracnose, and...

This all-day workshop is designed to provide a safe and welcoming learning environment for women who have little to no experience using chainsaws and would like to get more hands-on instruction and practice. We will discuss personal protection equipment (PPE), chainsaw maintenance and training in basic chainsaw use and safety including: how to get out...

Join us for the N.C. Tree Farm Program's 2026 Annual Meeting on May 16 at Bayfields in White Oak, N.C. The event will include a field tour focused on wetland and longleaf pine restoration, creation of bobwhite quail habitat, prescribed burning and Carolina Bays. The program will also include presentation of volunteer and Tree Farmer...

Join the NC Wildlife Federation, Down East Prescribed Burn Association, and the Onslow Bight Conservation Collaboration for a BBQ chicken lunch and to learn about forest and wildlife conservation programs for private landowners. Conservation opportunities for landowners can be in the form of technical assistance and funding opportunities. We are bringing in multiple organizations in...

Japanese stiltgrass (Microstegium vimineum) is widely regarded as one of the most problematic invasive plants in the Eastern United States, yet its unique ecological traits also make it a particularly intriguing species. This session explores the invasion history, biology, and ecology of Japanese stiltgrass, with an emphasis on how these characteristics influence its spread and...

This webinar for private landowners and prescribed burn associations provides a brief review of the N.C. burn plan and short tutorials on different map-making applications including CalTopo, ArcGIS Online (AGOL) and Google Maps. Advance registration required.

Join us for a full day of longleaf pine programming, including expert presentations, catered lunch and guided field tours. Topics will include the benefits of longleaf pine, establishment practices, prescribed fire and current markets. The field tour will highlight a range of management approaches and landowner objectives across multiple sites. Pre-registration is required. Cost: $15...

Join staff from N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, N.C. Wildlife Federation, N.C. State University and other partners for a hands-on workshop focused on practical wildlife habitat management for private landowners. The workshop will be held in Alamance County. Participants will learn about wildlife habitat requirements and how to align management practices with landowner objectives, with a...

Getting trees out of the forest and into the aisles of your local home improvement store is a feat of modern engineering. Ever wonder how a massive log becomes a stack of perfect 2x4s in seconds? Join N.C. State Extension Forestry for an exclusive look inside the Troy Lumber Company. This tour offers a front-row...

Healthy trees require healthy foundations. In this webinar, we will dive into practical techniques to improve soil health and manage soil moisture during drought conditions, a crucial skill as this summer heat sets in.