N.C. Tree Farm Program, Inc.

Park Invaders
2018-05-06 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Eno River State Park, 6101 Cole Mill Road, Durham, NC, 27705, United States
Native, non-native or invasive? Join our park naturalist for a hike on Buckquarter Creek Trail to identify invasive species that bloom, crawl, and creep in the park.
Bring work gloves and closed toe shoes, sunscreen/a hat, and long sleeves/long pants to minimize ticks. This is a great opportunity for high school students to gain some citizen scientist experience and brush up before their AP Environmental Science Exam. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Black Bears
2018-05-05 11:00 | Mount Mitchell State Park, 2388 State Highway 128, Burnsville, NC, 28714, United States
Learn about the similarities and differences between the grizzly bear and the black bear. Learn their different behaviors, food sources and what to do if you see one.

Start Location: Upper Summit Parking Lot

Birding Hike
2018-05-05 09:00 | Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education
Take a short hike through the Pisgah National Forest as we learn to identify common bird species. This class is designed for the beginner birder. Good shoes, water & a snack are a must for this hike. Ages 12 & up.

Wildflower Walk: Grandfather Mountain
2018-05-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Grandfather Mountain State Park, 9872 Hwy 105 S (Suite #6), Banner Elk, NC, 28604, United States
Join a park ranger for a guided wildflower walk in Grandfather Mountain State Park. 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 cove forest, northern hardwood forest, dry ridge, and early-mid succession forest environments.

Start Location: Boone Fork Parking Area (just north of the 300 Milepost on Blue Ridge Parkway)

Tackle Rigging for Fly Fishing
2018-04-28 09:00 | Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education
Rigging tackle is one of the most important components of fly fishing. Learn how to create different tackle setups for fly fishing in a variety of situations. Create dropper rigs, euro style nymphing rigs and much more. The course will also cover material selection, techniques and care. Ages 12 and up.

Fly Fishing 101
2018-04-28 08:00 - 17:00 | South Mountains State Park, 3001 South Mountain Park Avenue, Connelly Springs, NC, 28612, United States
Get Hooked! Join a volunteer angler for an introductory class on fly fishing. Please bring all personal equipment. Classes may vary based on interest and skill level of the participants. North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission fishing regulations apply.
Class is offered every Sunday until August 19. Visit the South Mountains State Park website for a COMPLETE LIST OF DATES.
Start Location: Visitor Center

America's Boating Course 3 Boating Safety Course
2018-04-27 18:30 - 2018-04-28 20:00 | John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center, 7489 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28304, United States
The basic boating knowledge topics include:

Introduction to Boating
Boating Law
Boat Safety Equipment
Safe Boating
Navigation
Trailering, Storing and Protecting Your Boat
Hunting and Fishing, Water-skiing and River Boating

The course itself is free of charge. Participants may purchase the accompanying book for $25. Books may be picked up at the Pechmann Center in advance of the course. This course satisfies N.C. safe boating requirement for anyone under 26 years of age and has a proctored test. Any students who pass the test with an 80 percent or higher will receive a certificate of completion and wallet card

Guided Kayak Fishing Experience
2018-04-27 18:00 - 20:30 | John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center, 7489 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28304, United States
This free clinic is the last in a series of three designed to give anglers and paddlers the information required to safely and successfully fish in sheltered waters from a kayak. This session features a hands on guided kayak fishing experience with Commission staff and volunteers. Destination to be decided.
This course is suitable for participants 16 years old and older. Participation in Introduction to Kayak Fishing Part I and Part II is required. A valid fishing license is required. Each clinic is limited to the first 6 people, and pre-registration is required. All equipment and materials will be provided.

Mason Bee Homes: Craft
2018-04-27 08:00 - 17:00 | Cliffs of the Neuse State Park, 240 Park Entrance Road, Seven Springs, NC, 28578, United States
Worried about the bee population in your area? Craft some mason bee homes with a ranger and help your garden’s bees. Registration required! Call the Visitor’s Center @ (919) 778-6234 to reserve a spot.

Fly-tying Forum
2018-04-26 18:30 - 20:30 | John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center, 7489 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28304, United States
The Fly-tying Forum provides tyers with an opportunity to increase their skills. Open to fly-tiers of all skill levels, the fly patterns change each month as a way to encourage learning various new tying techniques and development of tying skills. Tyers aged 10 years old and up are welcome, however participants 15 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Beginning Birder
2018-04-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education
Learn to identify common bird species found in this area. This class is designed for the beginner birder. Bring water and good hiking shoes. Ages 8-13.

Webinar: Balancing Objectives and Outcomes for Wildlife Habitat and Forest Management
2018-04-25 13:00 - 14:00 | NC
This webinar will discuss strategies for multi-use forestry, specifically managing forests for health and productivity while creating deer-friendly habitats.

Natural Heritage Data Explorer Training
2018-04-25 12:30 - 14:30 | Nature Research Center, Nature Research Center121 W. Jones Street, 4th Floor GCC, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States

Tree Farm Inspector Training Workshop
2018-04-23 10:00 - 15:00 | NC
EVENT CANCELLED. Will be rescheduled for late spring.

The N.C. Tree Farm Program is offering an 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 April 16.

Outdoor Skills: Map and Compass
2018-04-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education
Whether you are an angler, hunter, or wildlife watcher this program offers you a chance to try your hand at skills that will help keep you safe in the forest. Ages 12 and up.

Trapper Workshop
2018-04-21 09:00 | Durham County Wildlife Club, 3616 Hopson Rd Morrisville, NC 27560, Morrisville, NC, 27560, United States
Students must complete the online North American Trapper Education Program course prior to coming to class. Student must bring certificate of completion from online course to complete in-person portion.
Online course is found at: conservationlearning.org

Introduction to Kayak Fishing (Level II)
2018-04-18 18:00 - 20:15 | John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center, 7489 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28304, United States
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. Topics include: launching and landing, paddle strokes, anchoring, and safety. After the basics, we will test our skills fishing for largemouth bass and panfish on Lake Rim.
This course is suitable for participants 16 years old and older. Participation in Introduction to Kayak Fishing Part I is required. A valid fishing license is required. Each clinic is limited to the first 6 people, and pre-registration is required. All equipment and materials will be provided.

Basic Rod Building Course
2018-04-17 18:30 - 2018-04-19 18:30 | John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center, 7489 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28304, United States
Students will learn the basic techniques necessary to assemble their own custom fishing rod. Each student will build a 6ft medium action spinning rod from an IM6 blank, which they may keep on completion of the course. Topics covered in this course include:
· Finding the rod spine
· Prepping guides and handles for installation
· Guide spacing
· Basic guide wraps
· Applying epoxy
The course will be limited to 15 students due to space limitations. Preregistration is required. Due to the length and complexity of this program, it is not recommended for youth under the age of 16 years old.

Kayak Fish & Float Day
2018-04-14 09:00 | John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center, 7489 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28304, United States
The event consists of fishing how-to seminars and demonstration of popular fishing kayaks. Instruction will include topics such as:
* Kayak Safety and Rigging,
* Inshore Kayak Fishing, Kayak Fishing for Mackerel,
* Kayaking for Bass, and
* Kayak Basics for Panfish.
Please note this is not an on-the-water fishing day. This event is an informational program on kayak fishing, equipment, and techniques.

Project Learning Tree K-8 Workshop
2018-04-14 09:00 | West Charlotte Recreation Center, 2401 Kendall Dr, Charlotte, NC, 28216, United States

North Carolina Hunter Education
2018-04-10 18:00 - 21:30 | Bahama Fire Department, 1814 Bahama Road, Bahama, NC, 27503, United States
This course meets the hunter education requirement for all first-time hunting license buyers in North Carolina. Certification is accepted in every state and province in North America.

Inspector Training Workshop
2018-04-10 10:00 - 14:30 | East Carolina Agriculture and Education Center, 1175 Kingsboro Road, Rocky Mount, NC, 27801, United States
The N.C. Tree Farm Program is offering an 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 April 3.

Introductory Fishing for Adults
2018-04-10 08:00 - 2018-04-11 17:00 | John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center, 7489 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28304, United States
Fishing can be fun but without the correct information it can be challenging and downright frustrating. This course will not only ease you into the fishing world but provide you with valuable information and skills easily shared with others. Learn the basics of what you’ll need to get started, differences in equipment and helpful tricks and hints to navigating the world of fishing. Whether your fishing adventures take you to the coast, mountain, lake or pond feel comfortable that you will be proficient in deciphering what equipment and bait you’ll need to bring along and how to use it.

North Carolina Hunter Education
2018-04-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Old Town Recreation Center, 4550 Shattalon Drive, Winston-Salem, NC, 27106, United States

North Carolina Hunter Education
2018-04-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Godwin Heights Community Center, 1110 Mimosa St., Lumberton, NC, 28358, United States

North Carolina Hunter Education
2018-04-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Jones Lake State Park, 4117 N Carolina 242, Elizabethtown, NC, 28337, United States

North Carolina Hunter Education
2018-04-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Johnston County Wildlife Club, 1300 Swift Creek Road, Smithfield, 27577, United States

North Carolina Hunter Education
2018-04-09 08:00 - 17:00 | Martin Community College Bertie Campus, 409 West Granville Street, Windsor, NC, 27892, United States

North Carolina Hunter Education
2018-04-08 08:00 - 16:30 | Half Moon Volunteer Fire Department, 4835 Gum Branch Road, Jacksonville, NC, 28540, United States

Inspector Training Workshop
2018-03-27 10:00 - 14:30 | Cumberland County Extension Office, 301 East Mountain Drive, Fayetteville, NC, 28306, United States
2018 Tree Farm Inspector Training Workshops
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 March 20.
