N.C. Tree Farm Program, Inc.

Forestry for the Birds
2021-09-21 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | virtual via WebEx
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Forest Ecology Working Group (FEWG) and NCTC, working in collaboration with many FWS programs and partners, have developed a 12-part monthly lecture series to address the 50-year decline of 3 billion birds through partnerships, conservation science and forest management. The series tells a compelling story about forest bird population declines, partnership opportunities, and forest management actions that can support bird population recovery and sustainability.
Attendance at all presentations is recommended as each month’s topic builds upon the previous presentation. To register for any upcoming event, check the box next to the webinar(s) listed below and click register. Upon registration you will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to join the webinar.
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Wildlife Enterprises on Private Lands
2021-09-17 12:00 - 13:00
Learn the basics of establishing wildlife enterprises as recreational businesses. Such businesses benefit wildlife, forestry, and natural resources by providing landowners with income to reinvest in habitat and conservation practices. More broadly, these farm level decisions affect rural communities and income. Webinar topics include types of outdoor experiences for garnering income, and assisting landowners in deciding whether to invest their time, energies, and finances in an enterprise. Legal and liability issues are discussed briefly. An understanding of financial feasibility and marketing can contribute to success. A case study from 3D Duck + Deer Destination owned by Mr. Lacy of Newport, Arkansas offers insights about how financial factors play into wildlife enterprise decisions on the farm.

Advance Registration is required.

Assessing Storm-Damaged Pine Stands
2021-09-15 13:00 - 14:00
Hurricanes and tornadoes stress, damage, or kill trees by uprooting, breaking, bending, leaning, wounding, and flooding stands. This webinar will provide landowners with assessment tools, preventative action strategies and management plans to mitigate long-term consequences and facilitate recovery. This webinar will cover such questions as: What kind of storm damage do individual pines and pine stands sustain? What are the ecological impacts of this damage? What management strategies are available?
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Cost Share Programs: Preparing Landowners to Make Application
2021-08-25 10:00 - 14:00
Learn about federal and state cost-share programs that reimburse landowners for various timber management activities. Learn how to apply for USDA, N.C. Forest Service cost share, and farm loans through USDA Farm Service Agency.
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Swannanoa Valley Bird Walk
2021-08-21 08:00 - 10:00, 2021-07-17 08:00 - 10:00 | Owen Park, 875 Warren Wilson Road, Swannanoa, NC, 28778, United States
Offered monthly by Blue Ridge Audubon.

Stand Level Management: Desired Forest Conditions, Structure and Composition
2021-08-17 13:00 - 14:00 | virtual via WebEx

Jackson Park Bird Walk
2021-08-14 08:00 - 10:00, 2021-07-10 08:00 - 10:00 | Jackson Park, 708 Glover Street, Hendersonville, NC, 28792, United States

Potential Impacts of Prescribed Fire Smoke on Air Quality, Public Health and Socially Vulnerable Populations in the Southeastern U.S.
2021-08-12 13:00 - 14:00
While prescribed fire is an essential land management tool in the Southeast, its impacts on air quality and public health remain uncertain. This webinar will cover a recent project that used burn permit records, air quality modelling, and epidemiological associations between fine particulate matter concentrations and multiple health endpoints to examine these impacts, with a focus on case studies in Georgia and North Carolina. Results show not only potential health impacts from prescribed fire, but call for greater attention to the characterization of prescribed fire impacts, potential air quality benefits of land treatment, and the communities most exposed to fire-related smoke. Following the presentations there will be time for audience Q/A with the speakers.
SAF CFE credits expected.

Blue Ridge Bird Walk
2021-08-07 08:00 - 10:00 | Beaver Lake, 1056 Merrimon Avenue, Asheville, NC, 28804, United States

North Carolina Hunter Education
2021-08-02 18:00 - 2021-08-03 21:00 | N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Headquarters, Centennial Campus, 1751 Varsity Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27606, 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.
Classes are offered throughout the month at various locations across North Carolina.
Visit the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission’s website for dates and locations.

Passenger Pigeons: A Force of Forest Disturbance
2021-07-29 13:00 - 14:30
Join the Consortium of Appalachian Fire Manager and Scientists to learn how this extinct species impacted forests in the United States. Presentations by Dr. Ian Thompson (Tribal Historic Preservation Officer, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma) and Dr. Ben Novak (Lead Scientist, Revive & Restore) will introduce the cultural and ecological significance of passenger pigeons. This webinar will consider what their disappearance means in terms of ecological disturbance processes and the implications for forest and fire management today.
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Tools to Avoid Unwanted Forest Conversion in the Southeast
2021-07-27 14:00 - 15:30
Learn about threats of forest conversion in the Southeastern U.S. and long-term approaches to conserving working forests. The webinar will detail activities that family forestland owners can take to avoid unwanted conversion, including family succession and estate planning, heirs’ property resolution, and available incentives programs and forest certification programs.

Oak Resiliency Assessment Tool Webinar
2021-07-27 09:00 - 12:00
Learn how you can use a web-based Oak Resiliency Assessment Tool to assess the resiliency of oak on land you manage.
3 SAF category 1 CFE credits

Canoe the Mayo
2021-07-24 10:00 - 15:00 | Mayo River State Park, 500 Old Mayo Park Road, Mayodan, NC, 27027, United States
This canoe float will start at the Anglin Mill access at Old Anglin Mill Loop Road and end at the public boat access on US 220 Business. Participants must provide their own transportation to the launch site and from the take-out site, which means you will need two vehicles with drivers or someone to pick you at the take-out. The float should take approximately four to five hours, depending of river current and water levels. Canoes, personal flotation devices (to be worn the entire time) and paddles are provided. All participants must wear shoes appropriate for wading. Flip-flops will not be allowed. Bring drinking water, a snack/picnic lunch, sunscreen and any personal items in a waterproof container. Dress for and be prepared to get wet. Nylon clothing is best as opposed to jeans or cotton fabrics.
Call 336-427-2530 to sign up or for more information and directions. Space is limited.

Hurricane Preparedness and Recovery for Forest Landowners in Eastern N.C.
2021-07-22 08:30 - 12:15 | 102 Lancaster Ave., Windsor, NC 27983, 102 Lancaster Avenue, Windsor, NC, 27983, United States
This workshop will educate landowners and natural resource professionals about how they should prepare for and respond to risk from natural disasters to maintain healthy forests. Both in-person and virtual options are available. Breakfast sponsored by the N.C. Tree Farm Program will be provided to all in-person participants.
Pre-registration is required.
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The Habitat Matrix -Stepping Down Bird Management from Landscape to Stand
2021-07-20 13:00 - 14:00 | virtual via WebEx

Hurricane Preparedness and Recovery for Forest Landowners in Eastern N.C.
2021-07-20 08:30 - 12:15 | Duplin County Extension Office, 165 Agriculture Dr., Kenansville, NC, 28349, United States

North Carolina Hunter Education
2021-07-15 18:00 - 2021-07-16 21:00 | Windsor Fire Department, 501 North King Street, Windsor, NC, 27983, United States

Birds and Bugs
2021-07-13 19:30 - 21:30 | virtual via Zoom
The relationships between insects and birds are complex and far-reaching. Without insects, not only would there likely be no birds, but life as we know it would be unrecognizable, if not impossible. Join Dr. Clyde Sorenson, entomology professor at NCSU, for a look at some of the ecological roles of birds and insects, and the ancient and intricate relationships between them. Dr Sorenson is the author of the book “Insects & People”.
Tuesday, JULY 13, 2021: Wake Audubon Society monthly meeting, 7:30-9-ish PM

Eagle Count
2021-07-11 07:00 - 08:30
Help New Hope Audubon with its quarterly eagle count at Jordan Lake. Beginners and experts are welcome. Contact Steve McMurray at steve.mcmurray@ncparks.gov for more information.

ForestHer NC: Property Taxes & Estate Planning
2021-07-08 13:00 - 14:30 | virtual via Zoom
The ForestHer NC workshop series will teach you how to enjoy and protect your woodlands. One workshop will be held per month from January through July, at 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. EST, with an optional half hour afterward for discussion.
Check out the flier and the ForestHerNC Facebook page to learn more!

Beaver Lake Bird Walk
2021-07-03 08:00 - 10:00 | Beaver Lake, 1056 Merrimon Avenue, Asheville, NC, 28804, United States

Wildflower Hike
2021-06-26 14:00 - 15:30, 2021-06-25 14:00 - 15:30, 2021-06-19 14:00 - 15:30 | Mount Mitchell State Park, 2388 State Highway 128, Burnsville, NC, 28714, United States
Learn about the wildflowers found in the Black Mountains. The hike will begin at the Old Mitchell Trailhead at the restaurant parking lot. Prepare for a moderate hike down the Old Mitchell Trail for 0.6 miles to the scenic Commissary Trail where a variety of wildflowers will be in bloom.

Women's Fly-Fishing School
2021-06-24 09:00 - 2021-06-25 12:00 | Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education
The Fly Fishing School is a two-day event that will enable you to hit the water on your own with the confidence and skill needed to land a trout. Day 1 will be an introduction to gear selection, knot tying, selecting a fly and practice casting. Day 2 will be spent on the river fishing with a mentor. Participation on both days is required. Equipment and materials are provided. Limited to 6 participants. Ages 12 and up. A valid N.C. Inland Fishing License is required for all participants 16 years of age and up. You can purchase a license by visiting ncwildlife.org, via phone at (888) 248-6834 or at the Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education.

Taking Action to Manage Your Land
2021-06-23 13:00 - 15:00
This session will help woodland owners learn how to develop a woodland management plan and implement that plan to achieve their objectives. Presenters will provide insight into management planning, resources available to facilitate on-the-ground action in implementing a management plan and things to consider in managing for the future.

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Blueprint for Success – How and Where to Focus Bird Conservation
2021-06-22 13:00 - 14:00 | virtual via WebEx
