BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//N.C. Tree Farm Program, Inc. - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:N.C. Tree Farm Program, Inc. X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for N.C. Tree Farm Program, Inc. REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200301T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200301T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143253 CREATED:20200129T175714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T175714Z UID:10116-1583056800-1583060400@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Invasive Plants and Animals DESCRIPTION:Meet with a Park Ranger to learn more about invasive species in Pilot Mountain State Park. We will explore how invasive species arrive\, their impact on native communities\, and what is being done to control these species.  Meet at Corridor Lot – Hauser Road Parking Area – North River Section. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/invasive-plants-and-animals/ LOCATION:Pilot Mountain State Park\, 1792 Pilot Knob Park Road\, Pinnacle\, NC\, 27043\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200301T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200301T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200130T162713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200130T162713Z UID:10234-1583067600-1583082000@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:RX Fire Hike DESCRIPTION:Join a Ranger to walk through areas of the forest that have seen controlled fire reintroduced to help native vegetation. We will talk about the role of fire in the ecosystem\, the history of fire in NC State Parks\, and how staff safely uses fire. There will be a variety of fire tools and equipment on hand for visitors to check out. Please wear closed toed shoes and be ready for a brisk hike to explore this unique landscape. \n\n\n\nStart location: Duck Cove Trailhead in Beaverdam State Recreation Area URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/rx-fire-hike/ LOCATION:Falls Lake State Recreation Area\, 13304 Creedmoor Rd\, Wake Forest\, NC\, 27587\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200303T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200303T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T185131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T185131Z UID:10135-1583258400-1583269200@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Turkey Hunting Seminar DESCRIPTION:Turkey hunting seminars are provided through cooperative efforts between the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission and NC Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. \nAlthough open to all skill levels\, this “all in one” Turkey Hunting Seminar is specifically geared for those who are interested in turkey hunting\, but don’t know how to get started especially those lacking an existing hunting mentor. \nTopics include: biology\, hunting tactics\, calling and decoys including tips and strategies for dealing with stubborn\, hard to hunt gobblers. A question and answer session will follow. Hunter recruitment\, retention and reactivation (R3) efforts will also be briefly discussed including how to get involved. \n  \nOn-line pre-registration is required and space is limited. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/turkey-hunting-seminar-13/ LOCATION:Forsyth County Center\, 1450 Fairchild Rd.\, Winston-Salem\, NC\, 27105\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200304T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200304T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T180523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T180523Z UID:10118-1583323200-1583323200@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Preserving Pollinators and Native Grasses with Fire DESCRIPTION:Join Park Rangers and Staff at Pilot Mountain State Park as we celebrate 2020 the ‘Burning to Conserve North Carolina State Parks – 2020\, the Year of Fire!” What is prescribed fire?  Why use fire in the landscape? How is burning beneficial to wildlife and public lands? What precautions are taken to control and maintain these fires? Learn the answers to all these questions and more\, as we demonstrate with an active prescribed fire! Meet at Pilot Creek Access Parking Lot – 370 Boyd Nelson Rd.\, Pinnacle\, NC 27043. \nDemonstrations maybe cancelled due to adverse weather.  Check the website on the day prior to the event for an ALERT notifying cancellations (https://www.ncparks.gov/pilot-mountain-state-park/home). \n  URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/preserving-pollinators-and-native-grasses-with-fire/ LOCATION:Pilot Mountain State Park\, 1792 Pilot Knob Park Road\, Pinnacle\, NC\, 27043\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200304T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200304T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T185804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T185804Z UID:10137-1583344800-1583355600@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Turkey Hunting Seminar DESCRIPTION:Turkey hunting seminars are provided through cooperative efforts between the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission and NC Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. \nAlthough open to all skill levels\, this “all in one” Turkey Hunting Seminar is specifically geared for those who are interested in turkey hunting\, but don’t know how to get started especially those lacking an existing hunting mentor. \nTopics include: biology\, hunting tactics\, calling and decoys including tips and strategies for dealing with stubborn\, hard to hunt gobblers. A question and answer session will follow. Hunter recruitment\, retention and reactivation (R3) efforts will also be briefly discussed including how to get involved. \nOn-line pre-registration is required and space is limited. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/turkey-hunting-seminar-14/ LOCATION:Fort Bragg NCO Academy\, A4375 Deglopper Street\, Fort Bragg\, NC\, 28310\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200305T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200305T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T190230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T190230Z UID:10139-1583431200-1583442000@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Turkey Hunting Seminar DESCRIPTION:Turkey hunting seminars are provided through cooperative efforts between the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission and NC Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. \nAlthough open to all skill levels\, this “all in one” Turkey Hunting Seminar is specifically geared for those who are interested in turkey hunting\, but don’t know how to get started especially those lacking an existing hunting mentor. \nTopics include: biology\, hunting tactics\, calling and decoys including tips and strategies for dealing with stubborn\, hard to hunt gobblers. A question and answer session will follow. Hunter recruitment\, retention and reactivation (R3) efforts will also be briefly discussed including how to get involved. \nOn-line pre-registration is required and space is limited URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/turkey-hunting-seminar-15/ LOCATION:Bass Pro Shops\, Concord\, 8181 Concord Mills Blvd.\, Concord\, NC\, 28027\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200307T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200307T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T181020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T181020Z UID:10120-1583575200-1583578800@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Trees through the Eyes of an Early American Woodworker DESCRIPTION:Diverse plant communities have many important roles\, including how diversity is used in traditional craft. Join a Park Ranger for a 1-mile hike on the Pilot Creek Trail for a discussion of history\, woodworking\, and ecology. Meet at the Pilot Creek Access Parking Area.  Directions: Meet at Pilot Creek Access – 370 Boyd Nelson Rd.\, Pinnacle\, NC 27043. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/trees-through-the-eyes-of-an-early-american-woodworker/ LOCATION:Pilot Mountain State Park\, 1792 Pilot Knob Park Road\, Pinnacle\, NC\, 27043\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200307T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200307T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200130T164136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200130T164137Z UID:10237-1583575200-1583578800@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Carnivorous Plant Hike DESCRIPTION:This workshop will take place every Saturday during March\, April\, May\, June\, July and August at 10 a.m. \nTake a hike with a park ranger and learn about the fascinating world of carnivorous plants that grow at Carolina Beach State Park. See plants that “bite back” such as sundews\, bladderworts\, butterworts\, pitcher plants\, and the Venus fly trap.  Meet at the end of Nature Trail Lane at 10:00 a.m.  For more information\, call 910-458-8206. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/carnivorous-plant-hike-45/ LOCATION:Carolina Beach State Park\, 1010 State Park Road\, Carolina Beach\, NC\, 28428\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200307T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200307T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200130T173313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200130T173313Z UID:10265-1583589600-1583593200@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Long Leaf Pine Forest and Naval Stores DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about the history of the long leaf pine forest and naval stores in eastern North Carolina. Come prepared for a short hike. \nStart location: Visitor Center URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/long-leaf-pine-forest-and-naval-stores/ LOCATION:Goose Creek State Park\, 2190 Camp Leach Road\, Washington\, NC\, 27889\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200310T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200310T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T190651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T190651Z UID:10141-1583863200-1583874000@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Turkey Hunting Seminar DESCRIPTION:Turkey hunting seminars are provided through cooperative efforts between the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission and NC Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. \nAlthough open to all skill levels\, this “all in one” Turkey Hunting Seminar is specifically geared for those who are interested in turkey hunting\, but don’t know how to get started especially those lacking an existing hunting mentor. \nTopics include: biology\, hunting tactics\, calling and decoys including tips and strategies for dealing with stubborn\, hard to hunt gobblers. A question and answer session will follow. Hunter recruitment\, retention and reactivation (R3) efforts will also be briefly discussed including how to get involved. \nOn-line pre-registration is required and space is limited. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/turkey-hunting-seminar-16/ LOCATION:NC State University Engineering Building II (EBII)\, Classroom 1025 3114 Engineering Building II 890 Oval Drive\, Raleigh\, NC 27606\, Classroom 1025\, 890 Oval Drive\, Raleigh\, NC 27606\, Raleigh\, 27606\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200311T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200311T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T181302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T181302Z UID:10122-1583928000-1583935200@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Preserving Pollinators and Native Grasses with Fire DESCRIPTION:Join Park Rangers and Staff at Pilot Mountain State Park as we celebrate the ‘Burning to Conserve North Carolina State Parks – 2020\, the Year of Fire!” What is prescribed fire?  Why use fire in the landscape? How is burning beneficial to wildlife and public lands? What precautions are taken to control and maintain these fires? Learn the answers to all these questions and more\, as we demonstrate with an active prescribed fire! \nMeet at Pilot Creek Access – 370 Boyd Nelson Rd.\, Pinnacle\, NC 27043 \nDemonstrations may be cancelled due to adverse weather. Check the website on the day prior to the event for an ALERT notifying cancellations at https://www.ncparks.gov/pilot-mountain-state-park/home URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/preserving-pollinators-and-native-grasses-with-fire-2/ LOCATION:Pilot Mountain State Park\, 1792 Pilot Knob Park Road\, Pinnacle\, NC\, 27043\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200311T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200311T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T191036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T191036Z UID:10143-1583949600-1583960400@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Turkey Hunting Seminar DESCRIPTION:Turkey hunting seminars are provided through cooperative efforts between the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission and NC Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. \nAlthough open to all skill levels\, this “all in one” Turkey Hunting Seminar is specifically geared for those who are interested in turkey hunting\, but don’t know how to get started especially those lacking an existing hunting mentor. \nTopics include: biology\, hunting tactics\, calling and decoys including tips and strategies for dealing with stubborn\, hard to hunt gobblers. A question and answer session will follow. Hunter recruitment\, retention and reactivation (R3) efforts will also be briefly discussed including how to get involved. \nOn-line pre-registration is required and space is limited. \n  URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/turkey-hunting-seminar-17/ LOCATION:Brunswick County Cooperative Extension Center\, 25 Referendum Drive NC\, Bolivia\, NC\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200312T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200312T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T191311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T191343Z UID:10145-1584036000-1584046800@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Turkey Hunting Seminar DESCRIPTION:Turkey hunting seminars are provided through cooperative efforts between the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission and NC Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. \nAlthough open to all skill levels\, this “all in one” Turkey Hunting Seminar is specifically geared for those who are interested in turkey hunting\, but don’t know how to get started especially those lacking an existing hunting mentor. \nTopics include: biology\, hunting tactics\, calling and decoys including tips and strategies for dealing with stubborn\, hard to hunt gobblers. A question and answer session will follow. Hunter recruitment\, retention and reactivation (R3) efforts will also be briefly discussed including how to get involved. \nOn-line pre-registration is required and space is limited. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/turkey-hunting-seminar-18/ LOCATION:Craven County Extension Center\, 300 Industrial Dr.\, New Bern\, 28562\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200313T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200313T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T225713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T225713Z UID:10164-1584090000-1584111600@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Fly Fishing DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of fly fishing: equipment\, knots\, casting\, and spend a couple of hours fishing the Davidson River. All materials provided. Bring a lunch. Ages 12 and up.\n \nRegister online at www.ncwildlife.org/pisgah/signup or call 828-877-4423. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/introduction-to-fly-fishing-2/ LOCATION:Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200315T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200315T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200130T181042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200130T181042Z UID:10283-1584282600-1584286200@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Year of the Fire DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a short lecture on the importance of fire in an ecosystem.  We will also discuss the safety aspects of a control burn and if conditions allow preform a small control burn.  It may get smokey so dress appropriately.  For more information call park staff at 252 357 1191. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/year-of-the-fire-2/ LOCATION:Merchant’s Millpond State Park\, 176 Millpond Road\, Gatesville\, NC\, 27938\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200316T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200316T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T231656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T231656Z UID:10182-1584349200-1584356400@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Birding Hike DESCRIPTION:Spend a relaxed and fun morning taking a short hike through Pisgah National Forest as we 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 12  and up. \nRegister online at www.ncwildlife.org/pisgah/signup or call 828-877-4423. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/birding-hike-3/ LOCATION:Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200317T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200317T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T231919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T231919Z UID:10184-1584439200-1584457200@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:On the Water: Little River DESCRIPTION:Practice your fly–fishing skills on the Little River in DuPont State Recreational Forest. Learn about Delayed Harvest regulations\, reading the water\, fly selection\, presentation and casting. Equipment and materials provided. Ages 12 and up.\n \nRegister online at www.ncwildlife.org/pisgah/signup or call 828-877-4423. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/on-the-water-little-river/ LOCATION:Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200317T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200317T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T191632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T191632Z UID:10147-1584468000-1584478800@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Turkey Hunting Seminar DESCRIPTION:Turkey hunting seminars are provided through cooperative efforts between the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission and NC Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. \nAlthough open to all skill levels\, this “all in one” Turkey Hunting Seminar is specifically geared for those who are interested in turkey hunting\, but don’t know how to get started especially those lacking an existing hunting mentor. \nTopics include: biology\, hunting tactics\, calling and decoys including tips and strategies for dealing with stubborn\, hard to hunt gobblers. A question and answer session will follow. Hunter recruitment\, retention and reactivation (R3) efforts will also be briefly discussed including how to get involved. \nOn-line pre-registration is required and space is limited. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/turkey-hunting-seminar-19/ LOCATION:Mountain Horticulture Crops Research and Extension Center\, 455 Research Dr.\, Mills River\, NC\, 28759\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200317T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200317T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200301T171114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200301T171700Z UID:10408-1584469800-1584475200@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Importance of Forestry Plans DESCRIPTION:Learn about the many benefits a management plan provides: improved timber quality\, higher value\, tax relief\, landowner protection\, forest health and more. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/importance-of-forestry-plans/ LOCATION:Richmond County Extension Center\, 123 Caroline St.\, Rockingham\, NC\, 28379\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T232143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T232143Z UID:10186-1584525600-1584543600@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Casting for Beginners: Level 1 DESCRIPTION:This is the perfect introductory class for beginners. Learn at your own pace as we teach various casting techniques. This class is held at Lake Imaging in DuPont State Recreational Forest. All equipment and materials are provided. Bring a lunch. Ages 12 and up.\n \nRegister online at www.ncwildlife.org/pisgah/signup or call 828-877-4423. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/casting-for-beginners-level-1/ LOCATION:Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T181618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T181618Z UID:10124-1584532800-1584540000@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Preserving Pollinators and Native Grasses with Fire DESCRIPTION:Join Park Rangers and Staff at Pilot Mountain State Park as we celebrate the ‘Burning to Conserve North Carolina State Parks – 2020\, the Year of Fire!” What is prescribed fire?  Why use fire in the landscape? How is burning beneficial to wildlife and public lands? What precautions are taken to control and maintain these fires? Learn the answers to all these questions and more\, as we demonstrate with an active prescribed fire! \nMeet at Pilot Creek Access – 370 Boyd Nelson Rd.\, Pinnacle\, NC 27043 \nDemonstrations may be cancelled due to adverse weather. Check the website on the day prior to the event for an ALERT notifying cancellations at https://www.ncparks.gov/pilot-mountain-state-park/home URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/preserving-pollinators-and-native-grasses-with-fire-3/ LOCATION:Pilot Mountain State Park\, 1792 Pilot Knob Park Road\, Pinnacle\, NC\, 27043\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T191849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T191849Z UID:10149-1584554400-1584565200@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Turkey Hunting Seminar DESCRIPTION:Turkey hunting seminars are provided through cooperative efforts between the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission and NC Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. \nAlthough open to all skill levels\, this “all in one” Turkey Hunting Seminar is specifically geared for those who are interested in turkey hunting\, but don’t know how to get started especially those lacking an existing hunting mentor. \nTopics include: biology\, hunting tactics\, calling and decoys including tips and strategies for dealing with stubborn\, hard to hunt gobblers. A question and answer session will follow. Hunter recruitment\, retention and reactivation (R3) efforts will also be briefly discussed including how to get involved. \nOn-line pre-registration is required and space is limited. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/turkey-hunting-seminar-20/ LOCATION:Guilford County Extension Center\, 3309 Burlington Rd.\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27405\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200301T161904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200301T162149Z UID:10390-1584558000-1584558000@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Public Input Meetings on Hunting Deer with Dogs DESCRIPTION:The Wildlife Commission will hold four public input meetings in March to discuss deer hunting with the aid of dogs\, associated conflicts and potential solutions. \n“Hunting deer with the aid of dogs is a deeply rooted and long-standing tradition in North Carolina\, said Gordon Myers\, the Commission’s executive director.”However\, in a rapidly changing state\, conflicts among user groups and with landowners do occur. These meetings will provide a forum to discuss those conflicts and potential solutions.” URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/public-input-meetings-on-hunting-deer-with-dogs/ LOCATION:South Granville High School\, 701 North Crescent Drive\, Creedmoor\, NC\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200319T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200319T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T192251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T192251Z UID:10151-1584640800-1584651600@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Turkey Hunting Seminar DESCRIPTION:Turkey hunting seminars are provided through cooperative efforts between the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission and NC Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. \nAlthough open to all skill levels\, this “all in one” Turkey Hunting Seminar is specifically geared for those who are interested in turkey hunting\, but don’t know how to get started especially those lacking an existing hunting mentor. \nTopics include: biology\, hunting tactics\, calling and decoys including tips and strategies for dealing with stubborn\, hard to hunt gobblers. A question and answer session will follow. Hunter recruitment\, retention and reactivation (R3) efforts will also be briefly discussed including how to get involved. \nOn-line pre-registration is required and space is limited. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/turkey-hunting-seminar-21/ LOCATION:Cumberland County Extension Office\, 301 E. Mountain Drive\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28306\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200319T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200319T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200301T162356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200301T163212Z UID:10395-1584644400-1584644400@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Public Input Meeting on Hunting Deer With Dogs DESCRIPTION:The Wildlife Commission will hold four public input meetings in March to discuss deer hunting with the aid of dogs\, associated conflicts and potential solutions. \n“Hunting deer with the aid of dogs is a deeply rooted and long-standing tradition in North Carolina\,” said Gordon Myers\, the Commission’s executive director. “However\, in a rapidly changing state\, conflicts among user groups and with landowners do occur. These meetings will provide a forum to discuss those conflicts and potential solutions.” URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/public-input-meeting-on-hunting-deer-with-dogs/ LOCATION:Saint Andrews University\, 1700 Dogwood Mile\, Laurinburg\, NC\, 28352\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200321T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200321T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T181941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T182240Z UID:10126-1584784800-1584788400@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Invasive Plants and Animals DESCRIPTION:Meet with a Park Ranger to learn more about invasive species in Pilot Mountain State Park. We will explore how invasive species arrive\, their impact on native communities\, and what is being done to control these species.  Meet at Corridor Lot – Hauser Road Parking Area – North River Section. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/10126/ LOCATION:Pilot Mountain State Park\, 1792 Pilot Knob Park Road\, Pinnacle\, NC\, 27043\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200321T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200321T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T182610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T183108Z UID:10129-1584799200-1584802800@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Fire Ecology DESCRIPTION:Meet with a park ranger at the TRACK Trail located near the restroom for a short walk through recently burned areas of Pilot Mountain State Park.  Come learn why we perform prescribed fires at Pilot Mountain\, and see firsthand effects of fire on this mountainous landscape. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/fire-ecology/ LOCATION:Pilot Mountain State Park\, 1792 Pilot Knob Park Road\, Pinnacle\, NC\, 27043\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200323T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200323T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T231315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T231315Z UID:10178-1584954000-1584975600@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Fly Fishing DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of fly fishing: equipment\, knots\, casting\, and spend a couple of hours fishing the Davidson River. All materials provided. Bring a lunch. Ages 12 and up. \nRegister online at www.ncwildlife.org/pisgah/signup or call 828-877-4423. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/introduction-to-fly-fishing-8/ LOCATION:Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T192459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T192515Z UID:10153-1585159200-1585170000@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Turkey Hunting Seminar DESCRIPTION:Turkey hunting seminars are provided through cooperative efforts between the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission and NC Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. \nAlthough open to all skill levels\, this “all in one” Turkey Hunting Seminar is specifically geared for those who are interested in turkey hunting\, but don’t know how to get started especially those lacking an existing hunting mentor. \nTopics include: biology\, hunting tactics\, calling and decoys including tips and strategies for dealing with stubborn\, hard to hunt gobblers. A question and answer session will follow. Hunter recruitment\, retention and reactivation (R3) efforts will also be briefly discussed including how to get involved. \nOn-line pre-registration is required and space is limited. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/turkey-hunting-seminar-22/ LOCATION:Onslow County Extension Center\, 4024 Richlands Hwy.\, Jacksonville\, NC\, 28540\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200326T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200326T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143254 CREATED:20200129T192728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T192931Z UID:10155-1585245600-1585256400@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Turkey Hunting Seminar DESCRIPTION:Turkey hunting seminars are provided through cooperative efforts between the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission and NC Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. \nAlthough open to all skill levels\, this “all in one” Turkey Hunting Seminar is specifically geared for those who are interested in turkey hunting\, but don’t know how to get started especially those lacking an existing hunting mentor. \nTopics include: biology\, hunting tactics\, calling and decoys including tips and strategies for dealing with stubborn\, hard to hunt gobblers. A question and answer session will follow. Hunter recruitment\, retention and reactivation (R3) efforts will also be briefly discussed including how to get involved. \nOn-line pre-registration is required and space is limited. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/turkey-hunting-seminar-23/ LOCATION:Wilkes County Agricultural Center\, 416 Executive Drive\, Wilkesboro\, NC\, United States END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR