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Tar, Pitch and Turpentine Demonstration
2019-06-23 15:00 (America/New_York) | Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve, 1024 Ft. Bragg Road, Southern Pines, NC, 28387, United States
See an outdoor demonstration of tar, pitch and turpentine production using historic methods.

Becoming an Outdoor Woman: Shooting Sports
2019-06-22 09:00 - 17:00 | Wake County Wildlife Club, 1313 Coley Rd., Durham, NC, 27703, United States
Becoming an Outdoors-Woman is a workshop focused on learning outdoor skills—skills usually associated with hunting and fishing, but useful for many outdoor pursuits. Designed especially for women, BOW welcomes participants 18 years of age or older. This workshop is for you, if . . . you have never tried shooting activities but have hoped for an opportunity to learn, you are a beginner who hopes to improve your skills, you know how to do some of these activities but would like to try your hand at some new outdoor skills, or you are simply looking for camaraderie with like-minded individuals.

Forestry Pest Management Workshop
2019-06-20 15:00 - 17:00 | Chatham County Agriculture and Conference Center, 1192 US Hwy 64 Business, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
This workshop will focus on native forest pest insects (e.g., defoliators, pine bark beetles), invasive forest pest insects (e.g., emerald ash borer, walnut twig beetle/thousand cankers disease, spotted lanternfly), pest identification, life cycle, range and integrated pest management. This workshop will provide 2 continuing certification credits for private and commercial pesticide applicators in classes G, N, D, and X. This workshop is awaiting approval for Society of American Foresters 2 hours Category 1 CFE credits (approval pending). The workshop is FREE but advance registration is required. The deadline to register is June 14.

Wood 101 Workshop
2019-06-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Hodges Wood Products Laboratory, 411 Dan Allen Dr., Raleigh, NC, United States
Lunch and snacks will be provided. Click here for more information, and click here to register.

Sustainable Forestry Teachers Experience in Southern Pines
2019-06-17 - 2019-06-20
The Sustainable Forestry Teachers Experience is a professional development workshop for teachers that demonstrates all elements of forestry in North Carolina. Discover the forests in our state and learn about the wood products industry.

Snakes of the Sandhills
2019-06-16 15:00 - 17:00 | Weymouth Woods
Learn to identify venomous and non-venomous snakes found in the Sandhills.

Women's Pollinator & Native Species Management Workshop
2019-06-13 08:30 | Mountain Research Station, 265 Test Farm Road, Waynesville, NC, 28786, United States
Learn about the importance of pollinators and native species, creating and enhancing pollinator habitat, and the various financial and technical assistance programs available. Program includes classroom-based programs and field tour.
For more information, contact Laurel Kays at 919-513-2573 or lekays@ncsu.edu

Herbicides and Longleaf 201
2019-06-11 08:00 - 2019-06-12 17:00 | Jones Lake State Park, 4117 N Carolina 242, Elizabethtown, NC, 28337, United States
Herbicides & Longleaf 201 focuses on the herbicide choices available for site preparation, ecological restoration and management of longleaf pine systems. Herbicide rates, timing of application, surfactants and adjuvants, targeting and control of invasive and unwanted species, how to preserve desirable native plants in longleaf settings and more will be covered, giving participants the tools needed to achieve their own unique objectives.

Consulting Forester, Industry Forester and Service Forester Meeting
2019-06-10 09:00 - 14:30
The Region 2 N.C. Forest Service invites consulting, industry and service foresters to hear updates on cost-share programs, timber markets, forestry taxation and forest pest control, and learn about invasive species, water quality and nuisance animal control. The full agenda is available HERE.
CFEs will be provided.
RSVP to Brian Yeich @ brian.yeich@ncagr.gov or 919-542-1515.

Consulting and Industry Forester Meeting
2019-06-07 08:30 - 13:00 | N.C. Cooperative Extension Craven County Center, 300 Industrial Dr., New Bern, NC, 28562, United States
Topics include:

Drone Use in Forestry
N.C. Forest Service Nursery and Seedling Update
Timber Trespass and Timber Theft
Tick Borne Illnesses in North Carolina
Insect Shield – Tick Treatment for Clothing

For more information, contact Laura Hendrick at 252-520-2402.

Woods for Wildlife: Conserving Wildlife Habitat With Active Forest Management
2019-06-06 08:30 - 15:00 | N.C. Cooperative Extension Columbus County Center, 45 Government Complex Rd. Suite A, Whiteville, NC, 28472, United States
This workshop is designed for foresters, natural resource professionals and technical assistance providers who are interested in achieving a balance between meeting wildlife objectives and the economics of forest ownership. (CFEs and CPC CEUs provided.) Topics include:

Balancing economics,wildlife and legacy
Forest management for focal animals and plants
Species conservation terminology and responsibilities
Financial incentives

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REGISTER ONLINE HERE
REGISTER BY MAIL HERE

Outdoor Skills: Camping 101
2019-06-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education
Whether you are an angler, hunter or wildlife watcher the “Outdoor Skills” programs offer you a chance to try your hand at skills that will help keep you safe in the forest. Ages 12 and up.

Project Learning Tree K-8 Workshop
2019-06-05 09:00 - 15:30 | Chimney Rock State Park, 743 Chimney Rock Park Road, Chimney Rock, NC, 28720, United States
Join other K-8 classroom and nonformal educators as they 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 N.C. Standard Course of Study and Essential Standards.

Alternative Income Streams for Forest Landowners
2019-06-04 09:30 - 16:00 | Iredell County Center, N.C. Cooperative Extension, 444 Bristol Dr., Statesville, NC, 28677, United States
While the forest sector is an economic engine in most of the rural regions, timber production is not the primary reason for owning forestland for the majority of family forest landowners. Forests offer landowners several alternative income opportunities that are often compatible with their primary objectives of owning forestland. This workshop educates natural resource professionals and landowners about forest-based alternative income streams available to their region.
Who should attend: professional foresters, resource professionals, Extension agents, and landowners
REGISTER BY May 28

Woods for Wildlife: Conserving Wildlife Habitat With Active Forest Management
2019-06-04 08:30 - 15:00 | Moore County Extension Center, 707 Pinehurst Avenue, Carthage, NC, 28327, United States
This workshop is designed for foresters, natural resource professionals and technical assistance providers who are interested in achieving a balance between meeting wildlife objectives and the economics of forest ownership. (CFEs and CPC CEUs provided.) Topics include:

Balancing economics, wildlife and legacy
Forest management for focal animals and plants
Species conservation terminology and responsibilities
Financial incentives

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REGISTER ONLINE HERE
REGISTER BY MAIL HERE

Fish Cookery and Preparation Class
2019-06-01 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 including scaling and pan dressing, skinning, filleting and steaking. Once 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.
Due to safety considerations this class is limited to participants 16 years of age and older.

Alternative Income Streams for Forest Landowners
2019-05-30 09:30 - 16:00 | Moore County Extension Center, 707 Pinehurst Avenue, Carthage, NC, 28327, United States
While the forest sector is an economic engine in most of the rural regions, timber production is not the primary reason for owning forestland for the majority of family forest landowners. Forests offer landowners several alternative income opportunities that are often compatible with their primary objectives of owning forestland. This workshop educates natural resource professionals and landowners about forest-based alternative income streams available to their region.
Who should attend: professional foresters, resource professionals, Extension agents and landowners
Register by May 23

Advanced Growing Season Fire Workshop
2019-05-29 - 2019-05-30
This is an advanced workshop open to certified burners only. The workshop will focus on techniques to help you maximize your burn window with prescribed fire in pine stands, including loblolly, shortleaf and longleaf. Learn about the parameters needed to burn safely in each of these stand types. Space is limited, register early to guarantee your seat.

Managing Oak Forests for Northern Bobwhite Quail: Webinar
2019-05-28 14:00 - 15:00
The southeastern United States has millions of acres of oak dominated forests that have a closed canopy with limited herbaceous and shrub understory that northern bobwhite require. Research has demonstrated that with adequate overstory thinning and the use of frequent prescribed fire, these forests can support populations of Northern Bobwhite Quail, presenting perhaps the best opportunity for large-scale quail restoration in the region. Participants in the webinar will learn about managing oak forests and restoration efforts related to Northern Bobwhite Quail.
Pre-registration is not required.
JOIN THE WEBINAR HERE

Live Birds of Prey
2019-05-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Cradle of Forestry, 11250 Pisgah Highway, Pisgah Forest, NC, 28768, United States
Learn about the importance and beauty of raptors.

Orienteering Workshop
2019-05-25 09:00 - 16:30 | Cumberland County Wildlife Club, 2611 MELLWOOD DR., FAYETTEVILLE, 28306, United States
This course will include an outside compass course and exercise, weather permitting.

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Orienteering Workshop
2019-05-25 09:00 - 16:30 | Cumberland Wildlife Club, 2611 Mellwood Dr., Fayetteville, NC, 28036, United States
This course will include an outside compass course and exercise, weather permitting. All materials and the course are provided to you at no cost.

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Trapper Workshop
2019-05-25 09:00 - 13:00 | Landmark United pentecostal Church, 208 Landmark Place, Lexington, NC, 27292, 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 HERE.

Becoming an Outdoor Woman: Kayak Fishing
2019-05-25 08:30 | John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center, 7489 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28304, United States
Looking for a new adventure? Introduction to Kayaking Fishing gives anglers and paddlers the information required to safely and successfully fish from a kayak in sheltered waters. The event includes classroom time where you will learn how to choose a boat, know what equipment is needed, outfitting and rigging, tackle and gear selections and most importantly safety. From the classroom you’ll move to Lake Rim across from the center where our trained and experienced staff and volunteers will work with you on launching and landing, paddle strokes, capsize recovery, anchoring, trip planning and safety. Then you’ll be on to the hands-on guided kayak fishing experience. Here you will learn through experience while you will be targeting large mouth bass and pan fish on the lake.
Registration is limited, so REGISTER EARLY!

Alternative Income Streams for Forest Landowners
2019-05-21 09:30 - 16:00 | East Carolina Agriculture and Education Center, 1175 Kingsboro Road, Rocky Mount, NC, 27801, United States
While the forest sector is an economic engine in most of the rural regions, timber production is not the primary reason for owning forestland for the majority of family forest landowners. Forests offer landowners several alternative income opportunities that are often compatible with their primary objectives of owning forestland. This workshop educates natural resource professionals and landowners about forest-based alternative income streams available to their region.
Who should attend: professional foresters, resource professionals, Extension agents, and landowners
Register by May 14

Outdoor Skills: Wild Edibles & Securing Water
2019-05-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education
Whether you are an angler, hunter, or wildlife watcher the “Outdoor Skills” programs offer you a chance to try your hand at skills that will help keep you safe in the forest. Ages 12 and up.

Red-cockaded Woodpeckers
2019-05-19 15:00 - 16:00 | Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve, 1024 Ft. Bragg Road, Southern Pines, NC, 28387, United States
It’s not every day you get to see an endangered species, but that’s our goal for this program! We’ll learn about the unique nature of the red-cockaded woodpecker, and why it became endangered, while we check out their cavity trees near the Visitor Center. If the timing is right, we might get to see adults flying to their nest tree to feed young! Bring binoculars if you have them.

Bird Hike
2019-05-18 11:00 | Holmes Educational State Forest, 1299 Crab Creek Road, Hendersonville, NC, 28739, United States
On this hike we can expect to see/hear warblers (such as ovenbird, black-throated green warbler, hooded warbler, Louisiana waterthrush, and Northern parula), tanagers (scarlet) and vireos (red-eyed and blue-headed) among others. Register at 828 692-0100 or holmesesf.ncfs@ncagr.gov to reserve your spot! Program is limited to 15 participants.

Longleaf Festival
2019-05-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Harris Lake County Park, 2112 County Park Drive, New Hill, NC, United States
Learn about the life of the longleaf pine, how it is managed with fire, its history, and the wildlife and plants that depend on this unique natural habitat.

There is something for everyone to enjoy! Ride the Longleaf Express to our 60-acre restored Longleaf Forest guided by N.C. Forest Service staff. Enjoy the musical stylings of the Kudzu Ramblers and a cool treat from Bruster’s Real Ice Cream! See live reptiles and amphibians up close (touch a snake)! Enjoy the many games and crafts on hand for kids (and adults)!

Game and Outdoor Cooking Workshop
2019-05-18 09:00 - 15:00 | John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center, 7489 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28304, United States
Learn to prepare a tasty meal over a wood fire and charcoal briquettes. Learn how to cook game, fish and other traditional dishes in a camp setting or at home. We’ll use traditional Dutch ovens and learn some novel methods, as well. Participants prepare and eat their outdoor meals. This is a hands-on class.
