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UID:12549-1612267200-1612270800@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Woodland Management by Objectives: Taking Stock & Making Plans - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This is the first of four webinars in the 2021 Woodland Stewards Webinar Series. The four webinars will help landowners to narrow down their land management objectives\, learn about tools that can help them\, stay safe as they work on their land\, and help them put their knowledge into action. \nBefore you can manage your woodlands\, you have to have a good idea of what your land is like\, what has been there before and what you want to do with it. In this presentation\, learn how you can assess your woods\, including past land use\, current conditions and potential. Knowing what you have\, will help you to explore what you can do with it\, and determine your management objectives. \nYou do not need to pre-register for this webinar. Please plan to join the Webinar 15 to 30 minutes early so that you can successfully join the presentation interface. Approximately 30 minutes before this webinar’s start time\, the ‘Join’ button will be activated on this page. You’ll need to refresh this page to see the ‘Join’ button. Once the ‘Join’ button is available\, you may click the ‘Join’ button and begin the registration process.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/woodland-management-by-objectives-taking-stock-making-plans/
LOCATION:virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210202T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210127T172450Z
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SUMMARY:Land Succession & Estate Planning
DESCRIPTION:South Carolina Women Owning Woodlands (SCWOW)engages and educates women in stewardship of land by connecting them to resources\, trusted professionals\, and a community of other women. Join us for this 4-part webinar series\, which will highlight financial considerations of forest land ownership\, as well as managing for forest health. \nIn this session\, Mr. Steven Richards\, Agribusiness Master Extension Associate with Clemson Extension Agribusiness Program Team will present Land Succession & Estate Planning. \nSeries approved for 5 Hours of Category 1 Continuing Forestry Education Credits \nCost $10 (no CFE credits); $50 (5 hours CFE credits)
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/land-succession-estate-planning/
LOCATION:virtual via Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Clemson Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:rbean@clemson.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210204T110000
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CREATED:20210116T202738Z
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UID:12589-1612436400-1612440000@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL WALK ON THE WILD SIDE: Fungal Follow Up
DESCRIPTION:Online presentation with Maegan Luckett\, horticulturist\, the Blomquist Garden of Native Plants\, Duke Gardens. \nIn this Walk on the Wild Side\, Maegan will expand on her earlier fungal talk by featuring the intersection between people and fungi. You will learn about folklore\, medicinal uses\, fungal disease and get a glimpse into some interesting plans for future use of fungi! \nFree to all with registration.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/virtual-walk-on-the-wild-side-fungal-follow-up/
LOCATION:virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210208T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210208T170000
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CREATED:20201212T164153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201212T164428Z
UID:12552-1612771200-1612803600@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Conference on Heirs' Property & Sustainable Forestry Management
DESCRIPTION:This virtual conference will bring together experts in heirs’ property\, including forest landowners experiencing it firsthand. We will share ideas and perspectives\, provide updates on legal developments regarding heirs’ property\, and present results from two integrated research and outreach initiatives. Though the main focus is on African American forest landowners located in the southeastern states\, in general\, and Georgia\, in particular\, we will also discuss heirs’ property issues nationwide. \n\nPreregistration is required.  Register now before the Feb 1\, 2021 deadline.\n\n\nApproved for 6.5 hours SAF CFE credit.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/virtual-conference-on-heirs-property-sustainable-forestry-management/
LOCATION:virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T020725
CREATED:20201212T164837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201212T164837Z
UID:12556-1612872000-1612875600@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:The Digital Toolbox for the Woodland Owner: There's an app for that!
DESCRIPTION:This is the second of four webinars in the 2021 Woodland Stewards Webinar Series. The four webinars will help landowners to narrow down their land management objectives\, learn about tools that can help them\, stay safe as they work on their land\, and help them put their knowledge into action. \nThere are many tools available to help you manage your land. Map\, assess and understand your land’s potential. Join this webinar to learn more about what tools are available and how they can be used to get you started managing your land! \nYou do not need to pre-register for this webinar. Please plan to join the Webinar 15 to 30 minutes early so that you can successfully join the presentation interface. Approximately 30 minutes before this webinar’s start time\, the ‘Join’ button will be activated on this page. You’ll need to refresh this page to see the ‘Join’ button. Once the ‘Join’ button is available\, you may click the ‘Join’ button and begin the registration process.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/the-digital-toolbox-for-the-woodland-owner-theres-an-app-for-that/
LOCATION:virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T120000
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CREATED:20210116T164734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210116T164734Z
UID:12565-1613034000-1613044800@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Eastern NC Forest Health Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will feature presentations on various topics of forest health by speakers from NC State Extension Forestry\, US Forest Service\, and NCDA&CS Plant Industry Division. Topics include invasive species\, bark beetles\, and forest health issues specific to the coastal plain\, piedmont\, and sandhills areas of NC. \nPending approval: SAF CFE credits\, NC pesticide credits. \nLearn more and register here.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/eastern-nc-forest-health-workshop/
LOCATION:virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T143000
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CREATED:20210116T165510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210116T165510Z
UID:12567-1613048400-1613053800@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:ForestHer NC: Recreational Trails & Aesthetic Forestry
DESCRIPTION:The ForestHer 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. \nCheck out the flier and the ForestHerNC Facebook page to learn more!
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/foresther-nc-recreational-trails-aesthetic-forestry/
LOCATION:virtual via Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="ForestHer NC":MAILTO:foresthernc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210216T130000
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CREATED:20201212T165222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201212T165222Z
UID:12558-1613480400-1613484000@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Safety Tips for Working in your Woods
DESCRIPTION:This is the third of four webinars in the 2021 webinar series. The four webinars will help landowners to narrow down their land management objectives\, learn about tools that can help them\, stay safe as they work on their land\, and help them put their knowledge into action. \nWhile working outside has many benefits for your personal health\, including clean air and exercise\, there are a few things to do to keep yourself safe from itchy-bitey-pokey things out there. Join this session to learn more about ways to stay safe while working in the woods\, even with power tools! \nAdvance Registration is REQUIRED prior to the start of the webinar. Please plan to join the Webinar 15 to 30 minutes early so that you can successfully join the presentation interface. Approximately 30 minutes before this webinar’s start time\, the ‘Join’ button will be activated on this page. You’ll need to refresh this page to see the ‘Join’ button. Once the ‘Join’ button is available\, you may click the ‘Join’ button and begin the registration process.
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/safety-tips-for-working-in-your-woods/
LOCATION:virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210216T190000
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CREATED:20210127T172741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210127T172741Z
UID:12597-1613502000-1613507400@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Forest Pest I.D. & Management
DESCRIPTION:South Carolina Women Owning Woodlands (SCWOW)engages and educates women in stewardship of land by connecting them to resources\, trusted professionals\, and a community of other women. Join us for this 4-part webinar series\, which will highlight financial considerations of forest land ownership\, as well as managing for forest health. \nIn this session\, Dr. Kelly Oten\, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist\, NC State University will present Forest Pest I.D. & Management. \nSeries approved for 5 Hours of Category 1 Continuing Forestry Education Credits \nCost $10 (no CFE credits); $50 (5 hours CFE credits)
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/forest-pest-i-d-management/
LOCATION:virtual via Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Clemson Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:rbean@clemson.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210218T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210218T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T020725
CREATED:20210116T165824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210116T165824Z
UID:12569-1613638800-1613649600@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Western NC Forest Health Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will feature presentations on various topics of forest health by speakers from NC State Extension Forestry\, US Forest Service\, and NCDA&CS Plant Industry Division. Topics include invasive species\, bark beetles\, and forest health issues specific to the mountains and piedmont areas of NC. \nLearn more and register here. \nAgenda\n9:00 am – Spotted lanternfly & gypsy moth (Whitney Swink & Allison Ballantyne\, NCDA&CS Plant Industry Division)\n9:30 am – It’s an Invasion! Invasive species update (Kelly Oten\, NCSU Extension)\n10:30 am – Pine Bark Beetles – Identification\, Biology\, management (Paul Merten\, USFS)\n11:00 am – Conifer pests: Christmas tree pests & hemlock woolly adelgid (Jill Sidebottom\, NCSU Extension)\n11:30 am – Western forest disease issues (Ryan Blaedow\, USFS)\n12:00 pm – Adjourn \nContinuing Education Credits:\nSociety of American Foresters – Certified Forester Education (SAF-CFE) – 3 hour Category 1 Credit\nNC pesticide credits – NC pesticide credits: 3 hours Cat. D\, G\, N\, X; 1 hour Cat. I
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/western-nc-forest-health-workshop/
LOCATION:virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210223T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210223T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T020725
CREATED:20201212T165614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T152903Z
UID:12560-1614085200-1614088800@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Getting Started With Managing Your Land
DESCRIPTION:This is the fourth of four webinars in the 2021 Woodland Stewards Webinar Series. The four webinars will help landowners to narrow down their land management objectives\, learn about tools that can help them\, stay safe as they work on their land\, and help them put their knowledge into action. \nPut your knowledge and plan into action to manage your forest land! This presentation will help you learn how to implement a woodland management plan that achieves your objectives. \nAdvance Registration is REQUIRED prior to the start of the webinar. Please plan to join the Webinar 15 to 30 minutes early so that you can successfully join the presentation interface. Approximately 30 minutes before this webinar’s start time\, the ‘Join’ button will be activated on this page. You’ll need to refresh this page to see the ‘Join’ button. Once the ‘Join’ button is available\, you may click the ‘Join’ button and begin the registration process. \n 
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/getting-started-managing-your-land/
LOCATION:virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T020725
CREATED:20210218T180043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210218T182800Z
UID:12674-1614189600-1614196800@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Get Informed\, Make a Plan\, Take Action: Estate Planning and Heirs Property
DESCRIPTION:Landowners will learn about steps they can take to establish an estate plan that fits their goals. This session will include a discussion of the potential use of trusts as an ownership vehicle\, as well as other ways that landowners can ensure their forestland will remain within the family for multiple generations. Presenters are Mavis Gragg\, a Durham-based estate planning attorney and director of the American Forest Foundation’s Sustainable Forestry and Land Retention Program; and Pamela Harrigan-Young\, an estate planning attorney in Raleigh. \nThis webinar is sponsored through a grant from the N.C. Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services\, the N.C. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s U.S. Forest Service. N.C. State Extension Forestry is supporting the webinar logistically. Forest landowners do not have to live in the region to participate. Phone charges and/or data rates may apply if participating via phone or over a mobile network. \nSee www.recforestry.org for more information and register now! 
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/get-informed-make-a-plan-take-action-estate-planning-and-heirs-property/
LOCATION:virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T020725
CREATED:20210218T180344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210218T181511Z
UID:12678-1614258000-1614265200@www.nctreefarm.org
SUMMARY:Get Informed\, Make a Plan\, Take Action: Deeds\, Leases and Conservation Easements
DESCRIPTION:Landowners will learn about strategies and structures that can help them protect their property rights and effectively manage their land. Presenters are Margaret Conrad\, capacity builder\, resourceful communities for The Conservation Fund; and Peg Kohring\, senior associate with The Conservation Fund\, a nonprofit organization based in northern Virginia. \nThis webinar is sponsored through a grant from the N.C. Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services\, the N.C. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s U.S. Forest Service. N.C. State Extension Forestry is supporting the webinar logistically. Forest landowners do not have to live in the region to participate. Phone charges and/or data rates may apply if participating via phone or over a mobile network. \nSee www.recforestry.org for more information and register now! 
URL:https://www.nctreefarm.org/event/get-informed-make-a-plan-take-action-deeds-leases-and-conservation-easements/
LOCATION:virtual via Zoom
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