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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191005T140000
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SUMMARY:Pollinator Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:Chatham County Agriculture Agent Debbie Roos will be giving a tour of Chatham County Cooperative Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Demonstration Garden at Chatham Mills in Pittsboro on Saturday October 5\, 2019 at 2:00 pm. The garden features over 215 species of perennials\, trees\, shrubs\, vines\, and grasses\, and 85% of them are native to North Carolina. This is a great opportunity to visit the popular gathering spot for honey bees\, native bees\, butterflies\, hummingbirds\, and other beneficial insects in addition to their human admirers! No registration is required…just meet on the lawn in front of Chatham Marketplace\, rain or shine! The garden is at 480 Hillsboro St. Pittsboro\, NC 27312. Visit the pollinator garden website at www.carolinapollinatorgarden.org
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/pollinator-garden-tour-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191012T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191012T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
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LAST-MODIFIED:20191001T163229Z
UID:8928-1570888800-1570896000@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Fungi Walk
DESCRIPTION:Explore the fascinating world of fungi during a walk in the woods on October 12th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm in the Lower Haw River State Natural Area (Near the Haw River between Chapel Hill and Pittsboro).  Fungi include yeasts\, rusts\, smuts\, mildews\, molds\, and mushrooms.  Fungi are everywhere\, helping to break down organic matter.  Learn more about the fungus among us! Our walk will be led by Dr. Van Cotter\, fungi expert at Duke University and consultant with the North Carolina Botanical Garden.  Pre-registration is required by contacting lowerhawevents@gmail.com with “Fungi” in the subject line. Meeting location provided with pre-registration confirmation.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/fungi-walk/
LOCATION:Haw River State Park\, 339 Conference Center Drive\, Browns Summit\, NC\, 27214\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Lower Haw":MAILTO:lowerhawevents@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191013T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191013T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20190906T210232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190906T210232Z
UID:8821-1570975200-1570978800@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Monarch Madness
DESCRIPTION:The amazing monarch butterfly migration will be at its peak and the Lake James State Park pollinator gardens are a great place to catch the spectacle. Park Ranger Jamie Cameron will explain the life-cycle of these incredible insects as we search for monarchs on their way to the wintering grounds in Mexico. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/monarch-madness/
LOCATION:Lake James State Park\, 7321 NC Hwy 126\, Nebo\, NC\, 28761\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191016T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191016T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20190927T180918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190927T180918Z
UID:8918-1571216400-1571227200@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Birding Hike
DESCRIPTION:Come join the NC Wildlife Resources Commission at Singletary Lake State Park as we discover a variety of bird species migrating into the pines and herbaceous habitats surrounding Elizabethtown. Fall migration is a beautiful spectacle to behold and a great time to learn warblers! We will explore the conservation challenges that face resident birds and migrants alike. Hands-on field experience will improve your birding skills as we learn identification tricks\, songs\, and behavioral cues together. All levels of experience are welcome!  \nParticipants are eligible for 3 hours of Criteria II or III credit towards the NC OEE Environmental Education Certification\, and school teachers receive 0.3 CEU credits. \nThis workshop will be entirely outdoors and we will still bird in a drizzle. Please wear closed-toed comfortable shoes\, bring water and bug spray\, as well as some sort of sun protection. Binoculars and field guides are encouraged and there will be a few pairs of binoculars participants can borrow. \nFor more information and to register please call the park office at 910-669-2928 or by email at singletary.lake@ncparks.gov. \nFree lodging available for registered participants.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/birding-hike-2/
LOCATION:Singletary Lake State Park\, 6707 Highway 53\, Kelly\, NC\, 28448\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Singletary Lake State Park":MAILTO:singletary.lake@ncparks.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191016T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191016T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20190629T025502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190629T025502Z
UID:8718-1571245200-1571250600@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Pollinator Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:Chatham County Agriculture Agent Debbie Roos will be giving a tour of Chatham County Cooperative Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Demonstration Garden at Chatham Mills in Pittsboro on Wednesday October 16\, 2019 at 5:00 pm. The garden features over 215 species of perennials\, trees\, shrubs\, vines\, and grasses\, and 85% of them are native to North Carolina. This is a great opportunity to visit the popular gathering spot for honey bees\, native bees\, butterflies\, hummingbirds\, and other beneficial insects in addition to their human admirers! No registration is required…just meet on the lawn in front of Chatham Marketplace\, rain or shine! The garden is at 480 Hillsboro St. Pittsboro\, NC 27312. Visit the pollinator garden website at www.carolinapollinatorgarden.org
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/pollinator-garden-tour-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191016T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191016T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20190927T180453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190927T180453Z
UID:8915-1571248800-1571259600@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Bats
DESCRIPTION:Join the NC Wildlife Resources Commission to learn about bat biology\, behavior\, conservation needs\, and the ecological services bats provide for the rest of us. We will simulate bat biologists as we mist net (fake) bats and determine the species\, individuals affected by disease\, and discover new characteristics of each bat species present on the coast.  We will play some games to learn about bat migration and conservation concerns\, followed by a hike at sunset to track bats with acoustic devices\, reading their frequencies on a monitor as they forage overhead. \nThis event is family friendly. Free lodging available for registered participants. \nFor more information and to register please call the park office at 910-669-2928 or by email at singletary.lake@ncparks.gov.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/bats/
LOCATION:Singletary Lake State Park\, 6707 Highway 53\, Kelly\, NC\, 28448\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Singletary Lake State Park":MAILTO:singletary.lake@ncparks.gov
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191018
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20190801T223238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190907T161243Z
UID:8780-1571270400-1571356799@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:N.C. Tree Farm Program Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The N.C. Tree Farm Program will hold it’s 2019 Annual Meeting on Oct. 17 at Jordan Lumber Company in Mt. Gilead. We’ll tour Jordan’s state-of-the art sawmill while it’s in operation and learn about the sustainable forest management practices on the company’s 73\,000 acres of timberland that have led to a 200% increase in yield per acre of the past 20 years. After the mill and woods tours\, we’ll enjoy lunch together and celebrate the accomplishments of our Tree Farmers and volunteers. We’ll recognize Tree Farm anniversaries\, and name the Inspector of the Year and Outstanding Tree Farmer of the Year. \nRegister by October 7.\nItinerary\n\n8 a.m.  Registration Opens\n8:30   Overview of Jordan Lumber Company and Timberlands\n9:30   Sawmill Tour\nJordan Lumber Company’s Mt. Gilead facility is the largest single-site Southern yellow pine sawmill in the country. This state-of-the-art facility produces more than 1 million board feet per shift.\n11:45   Forestry Tour\nJordan manages its timberlands primarily to supplement the wood supply for its Mt. Gilead sawmills. Their goal is to grow quality pine sawtimber in a reasonable rotation length and in an environmentally responsible manner. We’ll learn about the importance of genetics and management practices in achieving this goal\n1:30 p.m.   Lunch and Award Presentations\nTree Farm Anniversaries\, Inspector of the Year\, Outstanding Tree Farmer of the Year\n3 p.m.   Adjourn
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/n-c-tree-farm-program-annual-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Jordan Lumber & Supply\, Inc.\, 1969 NC Hwy. 109 South\, Mt Gilead\, NC\, 27306\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="N.C. Tree Farm Program":MAILTO:nctreefarm@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191022
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20190906T171546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190906T171947Z
UID:8784-1571356800-1571702399@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Autumn Brilliance Photography Workshop
DESCRIPTION:There will be demonstrations on Photoshop techniques\, close-up techniques\, and wildlife photography.  And\, of course\, the concluding critique session of work completed during the workshop. In addition to the presentations and demonstrations\, there will be an emphasis on photographing in the field\, one-on-one interactions with instructors\, free-time for those who want to do some work on their own\, and an optional photographic trip to Cades Cove.  The workshop is designed for all levels of expertise\, from serious beginners and beyond. Program lasts from Friday afternoon to Monday mid-morning.  \nUnlike many photography workshops\, this price includes meals\, lodging and instruction by one of the finest teams of photography instructors anywhere in the country.  Combine that with the location inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park and it is a real steal.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/autumn-brilliance-photography-workshop/
LOCATION:Great Smoky Mountains National Park\, 9275 Tremont Rd.\, Townsend\, TN\, 37882\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20190927T175537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190927T175559Z
UID:8912-1571389200-1573228800@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Naval Stores Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Jones Lake State Park as we share our deep interest in the turpentine industry and raise public awareness of the past and its influence on the present.  We will explore the naval store industry from the longleaf pine forest to the sailing vessels that consumed our once majestic longleaf pine ecosystem.  We will also be taking a hayride to see old and true remanences of the industry that put North Carolina on the map.  There will also be demonstrations in which we will be making real tar\, pitch and turpentine.  Guaranteed to be a day full of adventure and education. You will also receive a copy of the amazing book\, “Tar Heels; North Carolina’s Forgotten Economy: Pitch\, Tar\, Turpentine and Longleaf Pines.” Things to bring:  Sunglasses\, hats\, bug spray\, appropriate clothes per weather. \nFor more information and to register please call the park office at 910-669-2928 or by email at singletary.lake@ncparks.gov.\nFree lodging available for registered participants.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/naval-stores-workshop/
LOCATION:Jones Lake State Park\, 4117 N Carolina 242\, Elizabethtown\, NC\, 28337\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20190906T211151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190906T211212Z
UID:8823-1571475600-1571475600@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Gorges Gorgeous Colors
DESCRIPTION:View the changing of leaves as they go from green to brilliant reds\, yellows and oranges at Gorges State Park. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/gorges-gorgeous-colors/
LOCATION:Gorges State Park\, 976 Grassy Ridge Road\, Sapphire\, NC\, 28774\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191020T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20190906T175231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190906T175517Z
UID:8796-1571475600-1571590800@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Wild Mushroom Certification
DESCRIPTION:Wild Mushroom Safety & Identification Certification students who successfully complete this two-day class will be eligible for a 5-year permit enabling them to forage and sell wild mushrooms. The mushroom foraging permit meets the criteria required by the health department in North Carolina\, South Carolina\, Georgia\, Virginia\, New York\, and New Jersey. Stesha Warren of Eliana’s Garden\, LLC has over 20 years foraging experience and is the instructor for this class\, teaching the renowned course developed by Mushroom Mountain\, LLC\, a mushroom cultivation and research facility located in Easley\, SC. \nThis two day class is held at Rockingham Community College in Wentworth\, NC. Bishopric Building Room 108. We will spend a great deal of time taking a in depth look into each species approved by NC Dept of Health. As time allows we will also spend time in the beautiful forests and trails located on RCC campus identifying wild mushrooms. \nStudents should come prepared to take notes. Please also come prepared to be in the forest with attire appropriate for the weather\, bug spray\, identification key book\, harvest knife\, and basket or paper bag. \n  \n**This class qualifies for criteria III and criteria IV credit for the NC Environmental Education Certification program. Bring the EE form if you are seeking this credit** \nStudents will receive a study guide and slides 2 weeks ahead of the class. \n  \nRegister by phone:  Call 336-342-4261 ext. 2011 to register by phone and pay with credit or debit. \nRegister online: \n(1)   Go to this web address: \nhttps://cgrocwa.rockinghamcc.edu/WebAdvisor/WebAdvisor?TOKENIDX=7064214566&type=M&constituency=WBCE&pid=CORE-WBCE \n(2)   Click “Register and Pay for Continuing Education Classes” \n(3)   For “key word” type in the word “mushroom” \n(4)   Both Fall and Spring classes will come up. \n(5)   Check the “select” box next to the class you wish to register for\, then click the “submit” button.  Do NOT click on the class name in blue underlined font to register.  If you click on the blue class name\, it will take you to the course description but does not allow you to register. \n(6)  A registration confirmation should come up on the screen.  If not\, the student should call us at 336-342-4261 ext. 2107 to confirm they are registered. \nPlease refer any questions to Trevor Flanery at flaneryt4977@rockinghamcc.edu.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/wild-mushroom-certification/
LOCATION:Rockingham Community College\, 215 Wrenn Memorial Rd.\, Wentworth\, NC\, 27375\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20190911T184612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190911T184811Z
UID:8883-1571479200-1571486400@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Fall Tree Identification Hike
DESCRIPTION:Experience the beauty of fall foliage on a short ranger led hike at Holmes ESF in Hendersonville\, NC. We will identify 10 trees\, and discuss the basics of photosynthesis\, biochemistry and the process of leaf change. Wear comfortable hiking shoes\, and clothing appropriate for the weather. We will hike less than 1.5 miles. Meet at brown information kiosk in main parking lot of HESF. Call 828-692-0100 or email holmesesf.ncfs@ncagr.gov to make FREE reservation\, space limited.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/fall-tree-identification-hike/
LOCATION:Holmes Educational State Forest\, 1299 Crab Creek Road\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28739\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191102T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20191029T151137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191029T151211Z
UID:9345-1572688800-1572688800@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Smoke on the Water
DESCRIPTION:Join Lake Norman State Park staff to celebrate prescribed burning at our Prescribed Fire Education Day. There will be a live prescribed burn\, burn crew briefing\, and wildland firefighting equipment demonstrations. Learn about prescribed burning\, wildfire safety\, and improving natural habitats. Lunch will be provided. You must register for this program at https://lakenormanrxfire.eventbrite.com or call Christina Newhouse at\n 828-361-2266.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/smoke-on-the-water/
LOCATION:Lake Norman State Park\, at 759 State Park Road\, Troutman\, NC\, 28166\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191102T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20190629T014453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190629T015830Z
UID:8694-1572688800-1572710400@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Fire on the Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Learn how we use fire to help our forests be healthy\, how fire can be used to make the park more safe\, and how fire can actually help make habitat better for wildlife. Debunk some common misperceptions about fire! Our partners the North Carolina Forest Service\, Danbury Volunteer Fire Department\, Wildlife Resources Commission\, Stokes County Fire Marshal\, and lots of other land managers will be here to share what they do and how they use fire as a tool. Learn about how you can use fire to improve your own property.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/fire-on-the-mountain/
LOCATION:Hanging Rock State Park\, 1790 Hanging Rock Park Road\, Danbury\, NC\, 27016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191102T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191102T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20190906T213610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190906T213715Z
UID:8827-1572703200-1572703200@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Fall Hike
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy Pettigrew State Park’s fall foliage and discover all that nature has to offer! Join park staff for a hike to Bee Tree Overlook.  Be prepared for a 3 mile hike. For more information call 252-797-4475.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/fall-hike/
LOCATION:Pettigrew State Park\, 2252 Lake Shore Road\, Creswell\, NC\, 27928\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191103T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191103T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20191029T163708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191029T163708Z
UID:9363-1572793200-1572793200@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Beaver Habitat Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join a ranger on this 2-mile hike to find out what North America’s largest rodents are up to at Weymouth Woods. The active beaver dam isn’t right along the trail\, so be prepared to hike off the beaten path. \nEvent starts at the Visitor Center. \nCall the park office at 910-692-2167 for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/beaver-habitat-hike/
LOCATION:Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve\, 1024 Ft. Bragg Road\, Southern Pines\, NC\, 28387\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191106T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191106T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20190906T193303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190906T193303Z
UID:8805-1573032600-1573054200@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Project Learning Tree: K-8 Educators
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister by October 30.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/project-learning-tree-k-8-educators-2/
LOCATION:Guilford College\, Greensboro\, NC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191107T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191107T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20191029T154306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191029T172737Z
UID:9356-1573119000-1573137000@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Good Fire in the Mountains
DESCRIPTION:Blue Ridge RC&D along with partners are hosting a free Good Fire in the Mountains Prescribed Fire Education Day and Demonstration at Stone Mountain State Park. \nAttendees will visit interactive stations (including fire behavior\, Firewise USA\, firefighting equipment & safety\, smoke concern) and see a prescribed fire demonstration. \nLunch is provided. \nProgram is free\, but space is limited. RSVP is required.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/good-fire-in-the-mountains/
LOCATION:Stone Mountain State Park\, 3042 Frank Parkway\, Roaring River\, NC\, 28668\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20191023T174155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191023T174217Z
UID:9276-1573583400-1573588800@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Coyote Management
DESCRIPTION:The NC Wildlife Resources Commission\, along with NC Cooperative Extension and USDA Wildlife Services\, invites the public to attend our free coyote conflict management workshops offered across the state. Join us and hear from biologists about: \n\nCoyote biology and behavior\nPractical\, non-lethal methods to prevent/reduce coyote conflicts\nLaws and regulations regarding hunting and trapping coyotes\n\nEach workshop will also feature a demonstration of basic trapping techniques to address problem coyotes and a Q&A session with agency biologists. These workshops are free\, but space is limited. \nIf you have questions\, please contact Falyn Owens at falyn.owens@ncwildlife.org or 919-707-0068.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/coyote-management/
LOCATION:Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department\, 4150 Wilkinson Blvd\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28208\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191116T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20191029T173533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191029T185924Z
UID:9379-1573898400-1573912800@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Outdoor Cooking
DESCRIPTION:Learn to prepare a tasty meal over an open wood fire or charcoal briquettes. Discover other novelty methods of cooking as well. Help prepare and eat the food created in this class. Bring a lawn chair. Ages 12 and up. \nRegister at 828-877-4423.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/outdoor-cooking-2/
LOCATION:John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center\, 7489 Raeford Road\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28304\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191116T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191116T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20190911T202350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190911T202350Z
UID:8894-1573923600-1573930800@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Grab your flashlight and join Ranger Jane Dauster for a cool fall evening at DuPont in search of owls.   Program will meet at the Guion Farm Parking Area in DuPont State Recreational Forest (3045 Sky Valley Road\, Hendersonville\, NC  28739) where we will enjoy a brief slide show on our local owl species.  We will then be staged at the Guion Farm Shelter and try our luck at calling in an owl or two using a recording\, in hopes of getting a reply.  Suitable for family audiences but young participants must be able to sit quietly and listen for owls!  Bring a flashlight and adequate clothing layers for cooler weather.  Event will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.   \nSign-up is required by calling Holmes Educational State Forest at 828-692-0100 or email holmesesf.ncfs@ncagr.gov.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/owl-prowl/
LOCATION:Dupont State Recreational Forest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191117T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20191029T164203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191029T164203Z
UID:9365-1574002800-1574002800@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Boyd Tract Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 1-mile hike of the Boyd Round Timber Tract as we discuss the history of Weymouth Woods and the preservation of one of the last remaining old growth stands of Longleaf Pine\, with a visit to the world’s oldest known living Longleaf Pine tree! \nPARK AND MEET AT WEYMOUTH CENTER: 555 E. CONNECTICUT AVE.\, SOUTHERN PINES \nCall the park office at 910-692-2167 for more information or to register.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/boyd-tract-hike/
LOCATION:Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve\, 1024 Ft. Bragg Road\, Southern Pines\, NC\, 28387\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20191029T172543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191029T172718Z
UID:9371-1574157600-1574175600@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:On the Water: North Mills River
DESCRIPTION:Practice your fly fishing skills on the North Fork Mills River. Learn about Delayed Harvest regulations\, wading\, reading the water\, fly selection\, presentation\, casting\, knots and stream entomology. Equipment and materials provided. Ages 12 & up. \nRegister online at www.ncwildlife.org/pisgah/signup or call 828-877-4423.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/on-the-water-north-mills-river/
LOCATION:John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center\, 7489 Raeford Road\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28304\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191123T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20191029T152056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191029T152342Z
UID:9352-1574503200-1574503200@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Mushroom Foray
DESCRIPTION:Ever been curious about fungi? Want to learn about native mushrooms? Join former NC State Park Naturalist Jack Green for the Mushroom Foray. Meet at Lake Norman State Parks Community Building (204 Group Camp Lane\, Statesville) at 10:00am. From there you will disperse into the woods looking for mushrooms. Lunch will be at 12 in the Community Building or take it with you into the field. Participants will gather back at the Community Building at 3:00 pm to identify the mushrooms they have collected. \nFor more information or to register\, please call 704-528-6350.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/mushroom-foray/
LOCATION:Lake Norman State Park\, at 759 State Park Road\, Troutman\, NC\, 28166\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191124T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191124T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20191029T164440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191029T164440Z
UID:9368-1574607600-1574607600@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:The Scoop on Squirrels
DESCRIPTION:Did you know there are three different types of squirrels that live in the sandhills? Join a ranger to learn about these rad rodents during this presentation and short hike. \nCall the park office 910-692-2167 for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/the-scoop-on-squirrels/
LOCATION:Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve\, 1024 Ft. Bragg Road\, Southern Pines\, NC\, 28387\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191229T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191229T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20191219T155002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191219T155002Z
UID:9671-1577610000-1577631600@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Forests of the World: A Project Learning Tree High School Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will lead participants from investigating the benefits of trees in our urban communities to discovering forests and their uses around the world. This workshop is ideal for educators working with students in grades 6-12. Please bring a bag lunch. All workshop participants will receive the Places We Live and the Forests of the World PLT secondary modules. CEU renewal credits will be offered. This workshop qualifies for Criteria I or continuing education in the NC EE Certification Program. \nRegister at go.ncsu.edu/ncplt_durant
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/forests-of-the-world-a-project-learning-tree-high-school-workshop/
LOCATION:Durant Nature Preserve\, Durant Nature Preserve\, 8305 Camp Durant Road\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27614\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200101T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20191219T142510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191219T142510Z
UID:9641-1577869200-1577869200@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:First Day Hike
DESCRIPTION:Start off the year right by getting outside for a First Day Hike! This is an easy one-ile hike through an old growth longleaf pine forest. See the oldest known living longleaf pine in the world and the former state champion longleaf.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/first-day-hike/
LOCATION:Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve\, 1024 Ft. Bragg Road\, Southern Pines\, NC\, 28387\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200101T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20191219T151022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191219T151022Z
UID:9655-1577872800-1577872800@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:First Day Hike: Pilot Mountain State Park
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the first day of the year on the right foot with a hike around the Jomeokee Trail. The hike includes a discussion of the park’s long history\, geology\, and local flora and fauna.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/first-day-hike-pilot-mountain-state-park/
LOCATION:Pilot Mountain State Park\, 1792 Pilot Knob Park Road\, Pinnacle\, NC\, 27043\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200101T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20191219T143404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191219T143404Z
UID:9643-1577883600-1577887200@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:First Day Hike
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an easy two-mile hike with a ranger to see the different habitats within the longleaf pine forest. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/first-day-hike-2/
LOCATION:Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve\, 1024 Ft. Bragg Road\, Southern Pines\, NC\, 28387\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200101T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174714
CREATED:20191219T144917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191219T144917Z
UID:9645-1577883600-1577898000@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:First Day Hike: Paint Hill Tract
DESCRIPTION:This 1.5 mile hike has more elevation change than much of the Sandhills as well as the rare Pyxie Moss\, which blooms in winter. Meet at the Stoneyfield Drive access.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/first-day-hike-paint-hill-tract-2/
LOCATION:Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve\, 1024 Ft. Bragg Road\, Southern Pines\, NC\, 28387\, United States
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