N.C. Tree Farm Program, Inc.

Carnivorous Plant Hike
2018-09-23 10:00, 2018-09-22 10:00, 2018-09-16 10:00, 2018-09-15 10:00, 2018-09-09 10:00, 2018-09-08 10:00, 2018-09-02 10:00, 2018-09-01 10:00 (America/New_York) | Carolina Beach State Park, 1010 State Park Road, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428, United States
Take 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.

Wildlife Expo
2018-09-22 09:00 - 14:00 | John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center, 7489 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28304, United States
Enjoy more than 14 hands-on, interactive exhibits and demonstrations at the 2018 Wildlife Expo. Learn about the natural environment and the important roles that hunting and fishing play in North Carolina’s fish and wildlife conservation. Activities include:

Shooting a BB gun and bow
Testing duck and goose calls

Fishing
Lure making
Kayaking
Learning about honey bees
Seeing live snakes and birds of prey
Many other activities!

Carbon OFFSETS Workshop
2018-09-21 09:00 - 15:00 | Appalachian State University, Plemmons Student Union, 263 Locust Street, Boone, NC, 28608, United States
The OFFSETS Workshop (Offsets for Future Forest Stewardship & Education Together Series) will focus on the future of carbon offsets for small-scale forest owners in the Southeastern United States. The goal is to disseminate information and facilitate discussion on the various obstacles facing carbon offset projects in the region.

Who Should Attend?

Forest landowners, industry, forest professionals, carbon offset project professionals, developers, land trusts, investors, and anyone interested in learning about the role of forest carbon offset markets in the United States

Introduction to Deer Hunting Seminar
2018-09-20 18:00 - 21:00 | John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center, 7489 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28304, United States
Introduction to Deer Hunting is designed to help newcomers get started in deer hunting, but experienced hunters and hunter mentors with mentees are encouraged to attend. Participants can expect an interactive discussion of whitetail habits, the need for scouting, essential equipment and techniques, safe use of treestands, spotting white-tailed deer in the woods, effective shot placement, tracking techniques and what to do after the shot.
More information is available at hunting.heritage@ncwildlife.org or 919-707-0059.

Casting for Beginners
2018-09-20 10:00 - 15:00 | Dupont State Recreational Forest
This is the perfect introductory class for beginners. Topics include casting theory, mechanics and practice techniques. Our experienced instructors allow you to learn at your own pace as they teach the overhead cast, roll cast, and the art of false casting. All equipment and materials are provided. Bring a lunch. Ages 12 and up.

Project Learning Tree K-8 Workshop
2018-09-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Turnbull Creek Educational State Forest, 4803 Sweet Home Church Road, Elizabethtown, NC, 28337, United States
Join other K-8 classroom and nonformal educators as we 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 NC Standard Course of Study and Essential Standards. CEU renewal credits are available. This workshop qualifies for Criteria I in the EE Certification Program.
Registration Deadline: September 14, 2018
Questions? Carrie Harmon carrie.harmon@ncagr.gov 910-588-4161

Deer Processing Seminar
2018-09-18 18:00 - 21:00, 2018-09-13 18:00 - 21:00 | N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Headquarters, Centennial Campus, 1751 Varsity Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27606, United States
This Deer Processing Seminar includes video demonstrations and discussions on field dressing, taxidermy, skinning, safe meat handling and basic home processing.

Introduction to Fly Fishing
2018-09-18 09:00 - 15:00 | Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education
Come join our experienced and knowledgeable instructors for a day of fun and learning as they introduce you to the basics of fly-fishing. Equipment and materials provided. Bring a lunch and non-slip shoes or waders if you have them. Limited to 6 participants. Ages 12 and up.

Project Learning Tree K-12 Workshop
2018-09-17 09:00 - 15:30 | Durant Nature Preserve, Durant Nature Preserve, 8305 Camp Durant Road, Raleigh, NC, 27614, United States
This novel PLT course uniquely combines three elements to offer maximum depth and value: online prerequisite work introduces the participant to PLT at his/her leisure while the six-hour in-person workshop focuses on direct engagement with the flagship PreK-8 curriculum guide and the secondary module, Southeastern Forests and Climate Change. Participants will earn 10 hours Criteria I credit in the N.C. EE Certification Program or 1.0 CEU. Please bring a bag lunch and dress appropriately to be outside for parts of the in-person workshop. For more information, conatct Renee Strnad at renee_strnad@ncsu.edu
Register HERE.

Soft Plastics Lure Making
2018-09-12 18:30 - 20:30 | John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center, 7489 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28304, United States
Fishing with soft plastics can be highly effective technique for landing lunkers on any fishing outing and there are 1000s of varieties and colors of plastic lures on the market to choose from. But what if, you could make these lures affordably at home? In the Pechmann Fishing Education Center’s Soft Plastics Lure Making Class, you can learn to make your own plastic fishing lures and enjoy the satisfaction of catching fish with your creations. Our workshop teaches the basic techniques for molding a variety of Soft Plastic lures used for fishing in both Saltwater and Freshwater. This is a great parent/child activity that enhances the fishing experience.

Introduction to Deer Hunting Seminar
2018-09-11 18:00 - 21:00, 2018-09-06 18:00 - 21:00 | N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Headquarters, Centennial Campus, 1751 Varsity Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27606, United States

Senior Trout Fishing the Rocky Broad River
2018-09-09 13:00 - 14:00 | NC
In celebration of National Grandparents Day and State Parks’ 2018 theme of Fishing Fun, we invite the senior anglers to bring out their grandkids and try trout fishing together.
Have you ever wanted to try fishing but don’t want to invest in all the equipment? You can borrow ours! Meet a ranger down at the Riverwalk Trail behind the Old Rock Cafe to learn the basics of fishing and try your hand at pulling some trout out of the Rocky Broad River. All supplies will be provided. All ages welcome.

Streamside Hike
2018-09-08 11:00 | South Mountains State Park, 3001 South Mountain Park Avenue, Connelly Springs, NC, 28612, United States
Join a Park Ranger for an easy walk to learn more about the Jacob Fork River. Discussion will include watersheds, common plants and animals, and water quality. Meet at the Jacob Fork Parking Area.

Fish Cookery and Preparation
2018-09-08 09:00 - 15:00 | John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center, 7489 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28304, United States
This workshop is designed to provide anglers with some fundamental skills in taking their catch from the stream to the table. In this hands-on course you will learn best practices for handling fish at the time of the catch to ensure its best possible taste. Participants will practice various methods of fish cleaning to include: scaling and pan dressing, skinning, filleting and steaking. On fish are cleaned, participants will prepare several recipes using different cooking methods such as; grilling, frying, baking and making stews. Recipes will be prepared using crappie, catfish, trout, and striped bass.

The 10 Essentials for Hiking
2018-09-01 11:00 | South Mountains State Park, 3001 South Mountain Park Avenue, Connelly Springs, NC, 28612, United States
Learn what items you should always carry with you when hiking.

Backyard Birding by Ear
2018-09-01 09:00 - 12:00 | Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education
Do you enjoy listening to birds in the morning? Come 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.

Project Learning Tree K-12 Workshop
2018-09-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Jordan Lake Educational State Forest, 2832 Big Woods Road, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517, United States

Wildlife Photo Competition Deadline
2018-09-01 | NC
The Wildlife Commission is accepting entries to its 14th annual Wildlife in North Carolina Photo Competition until 5 p.m. on Sept. 1. The contest is open to amateur and professional photographers of all ages. See the 2017 winning photographs here.

N.C. Registered Forester Exam
2018-08-30 08:00 - 17:00 | Stan Adams Training Facility, 2832 Big Woods Road, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517, United States

Hummingbird Banding
2018-08-29 08:30 | Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve, 1024 Ft. Bragg Road, Southern Pines, NC, 28387, United States
Join Ornithologist Susan Campbell Wednesday mornings at Weymouth Woods for a rare opportunity to see Hummingbirds up close. Susan Campbell is one of the few individuals worldwide who are licensed to handle Hummingbirds.
This program is weather permitting. Call the park office prior to the event to confirm that banding is taking place.

Introduction to Fly Fishing: Lake Fishing
2018-08-29 08:00 - 13:00 | Dupont State Recreational Forest
Join experienced and knowledgeable instructors for the day as they introduce you to the basics of fly-fishing on a local lake. Topics covered will include equipment, knots, casting techniques, and aquatic entomology. Equipment and materials provided. Must have completed Intro to Fly Fishing or have equivalent experience before taking this class. Ages 12 and up.
