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:20200427T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200427T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 CREATED:20200129T232651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T232651Z UID:10190-1587981600-1587996000@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Outdoor Skills Series: Map & Compass DESCRIPTION:Join us each month this spring for a different topic related to outdoor skills.  Whether you are an angler\, hunter\, or  wildlife watcher these programs offer  you a chance to try your hand at skills  set that will help keep you safe in the  forest. Ages 12 & up. \nRegister online at www.ncwildlife.org/pisgah/signup or call 828-877-4423 URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/outdoor-skills-series-map-compass/ LOCATION:Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200420T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200420T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 CREATED:20200130T151158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200130T151158Z UID:10227-1587373200-1587384000@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Fly Tying for the Beginner DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of fly tying during this introductory level class. Work at your own pace to tie a few basic patterns. Equipment and materials provided.  Ages 12 and up. \nRegister online at www.ncwildlife.org/pisgah/signup or call 828-877-4423. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/fly-tying-for-the-beginner-2/ LOCATION:Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200417T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200417T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 CREATED:20200129T231118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T231118Z UID:10176-1587114000-1587135600@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-7/ LOCATION:Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200415T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200415T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 CREATED:20200130T150936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200130T150953Z UID:10224-1586944800-1586962800@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Casting for Beginners: Level I 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. \nRegister online at www.ncwildlife.org/pisgah/signup or call 828-877-4423. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/casting-for-beginners-level-i/ LOCATION:Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200411T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200411T080000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 CREATED:20200112T170527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200112T170527Z UID:9720-1586592000-1586592000@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Statewide Spring Season: Male or Bearded Turkey Only DESCRIPTION:It is unlawful to: \n\nUse dogs during the spring wild turkey season.\nUse any type of handgun or rifle to hunt wild turkey.\nTake wild turkeys from an area in which bait has been placed. (An area is considered baited until 10 days after the bait has been consumed or otherwise removed.)\nPossess live wild turkeys or live birds that are indistinguishable from wild turkeys.\n\nVisit the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission website for more information. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/statewide-spring-season-male-or-bearded-turkey-only/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200408T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200408T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 CREATED:20200130T150621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200201T185933Z UID:10222-1586340000-1586358000@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:On the Water: East Fork French Broad DESCRIPTION:Practice your fly-fishing skills on the East Fork French Broad River. Learn about Delayed Harvest regulations\, wading\, reading the water\, fly selection\, presentation\, casting\, knots and stream entomology. Equipment and materials provided. Meet at the Exxon/Kountry Mart store in Rosman\, N.C. Ages 12 and up. \nRegister online or call 828-877-4423. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/on-the-water-east-fork-french-broad/ LOCATION:Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200407T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200407T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 CREATED:20200301T172243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200301T172243Z UID:10415-1586284200-1586289600@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Forest Product Markets DESCRIPTION:N.C. State University Extension specialists will address the different products woodland owners can develop. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/forest-product-markets/ LOCATION:Richmond County Extension Center\, 123 Caroline St.\, Rockingham\, NC\, 28379\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200406T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200406T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 CREATED:20200129T233526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200201T185007Z UID:10194-1586163600-1586174400@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Backyard Birding by Ear: For Beginners DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy listening to birds in the morning? Learn how to identify common backyard birds by their calls and songs. We’ll start in the classroom with some listening quiz games and then move outside to put our skills to the test. Come prepared for light hiking outside.  Ages 10 and up. \nRegister online or call 828-877-4423. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/backyard-birding-by-ear-for-beginners/ LOCATION:Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200404T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200404T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 CREATED:20200130T170948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200130T170948Z UID:10253-1585998000-1586001600@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Long Live the Longleaf DESCRIPTION:Take a hike through our rare Longleaf Pine forest that was historically maintained by fire and learn how to protect this forest for future generations.  Along this easy 2-mile hike\, we will experience the life cycle of the Longleaf and see the endangered Red-Cockaded Woodpecker cavity trees. \nStart location: Welcome Center URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/long-live-the-longleaf/ LOCATION:Carvers Creek State Park\, 2505 Long Valley Road\, Spring Lake\, NC\, 28390\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200404T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200404T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 CREATED:20200130T164606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200130T170103Z UID:10239-1585994400-1585998000@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. \nMeet at the end of Nature Trail Lane at 10:00 a.m. \nFor more information\, call 910-458-8206. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/carnivorous-plant-hike-46/ LOCATION:Carolina Beach State Park\, 1010 State Park Road\, Carolina Beach\, NC\, 28428\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200404T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200404T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 CREATED:20200129T232906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200201T184530Z UID:10192-1585990800-1586012400@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Womens 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 or call 828-877-4423. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/womens-introduction-to-fly-fishing/ LOCATION:Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200404 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200411 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 CREATED:20200112T170013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200112T170124Z UID:9717-1585958400-1586563199@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Youth Season Opens: Male or Bearded Turkey Only DESCRIPTION:Youth under the age of 18 may hunt turkey statewide during this season\, but some Game Lands require a permit. Only youth can hunt during this season\, and only one weapon is allowed per youth hunter. Each youth must have a Big Game Harvest Report Card and report harvests according to instructions in this Digest. License-exempt youth should report their harvest using a Big Game Harvest Report Card for License-Exempt Hunters. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/youth-season-opens-male-or-bearded-turkey-only/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200403 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200406 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 CREATED:20200301T165426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200301T165807Z UID:10405-1585872000-1586131199@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Becoming an Outdoor Woman Weekend DESCRIPTION:Women ages 18 and older can choose from a variety of outdoor skills workshops\, such as archery\, fishing\, hunting\, decoy carving\, outdoor game cooking\, smartphone nature photography\, motorboat skills\, kayaking and much more! Workshops are designed for participants who: 1) have no outdoor skills experience\, but would like to learn; 2) are beginners who would like to improve their skills; 3) know how to do some activities and would like to experience new ones. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/becoming-an-outdoor-woman-weekend/ LOCATION:Eastern 4-H Center\, 100 N Clover Way\, Columbia\, NC\, 27925\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200331T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200331T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 CREATED:20200301T163735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200301T163735Z UID:10402-1585681200-1585681200@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-3/ LOCATION:Bob Martin Eastern Agricultural Center\, 2900 NC Hwy 125\, Williamston\, NC\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200331T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200331T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 CREATED:20200301T171859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200301T171859Z UID:10413-1585679400-1585684800@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Seeking Assistance From a Forestry Professional DESCRIPTION:This program give landowners guidance on where to go for assistance for woodland management. Representatives from the N.C. Forest Service and other agencies provide information about their  programs. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/seeking-assistance-from-a-forestry-professional/ LOCATION:Richmond County Extension Center\, 123 Caroline St.\, Rockingham\, NC\, 28379\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200331T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200331T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 CREATED:20200129T231452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T231452Z UID:10180-1585645200-1585666800@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-9/ LOCATION:Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200330T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200330T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 CREATED:20200301T163503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200301T163503Z UID:10399-1585594800-1585594800@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-2/ LOCATION:Duplin County Agricultural Center\, 165 Agriculture Drive\, Kenansville\, NC\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200330T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200330T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 CREATED:20200129T232351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T232351Z UID:10188-1585562400-1585576800@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Outdoor Skills Series: Fire Making and Shelter Building DESCRIPTION:Join us each month this spring for a different topic related to outdoor skills.  Whether you are an angler\, hunter\, or  wildlife watcher these programs offer  you a chance to try your hand at skills  set that will help keep you safe in the  forest. Ages 12 & up.\n \nRegister online at www.ncwildlife.org/pisgah/signup or call 828-877-4423. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/outdoor-skills-series-fire-making-and-shelter-building/ LOCATION:Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200329T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200329T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 CREATED:20200130T173734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200130T173734Z UID:10267-1585486800-1585490400@www.nctreefarm.org SUMMARY:Tar Kiln Hike DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Ivey Gut parking lot and come prepared for a moderate hike through an early succession pine forest. You will be able to explore some of the remaining tar kilns along the way. Come dressed for the weather with appropriate footwear. URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/tar-kiln-hike-2/ LOCATION:Goose Creek State Park\, 2190 Camp Leach Road\, Washington\, NC\, 27889\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200328T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200328T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 CREATED:20200129T183333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T183333Z UID:10133-1585389600-1585393200@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-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:20200326T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200326T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 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:20200323T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200323T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 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:20200321T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200321T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 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:20200321T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200321T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 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:20200319T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200319T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 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:20200319T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200319T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 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:20200318T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 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:20200318T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 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:20200318T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133407 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 END:VCALENDAR