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Education for Landowners  

North Carolina State University Extension Forestry and partners offer workshops, field days, short courses, and other programs that provide educational opportunities for those interested in learning about forestry and forest management. All of these programs are open to the general public.

Forestry Issues Forums
Extension Forestry and the Forestry & Environmental Outreach Program (FEOP) are pleased to present the Forestry Issues Forums, a continuing education series for landowners and natural resource professionals. The video teleconference format allows attendees to actively participate with speakers and other participants from across the state in real-time. Each teleconference program will apply for Continuing Forestry Education credits. Click on the link above (opens a new page) for dates and registration materials. Call 919-515-3184 or 919-515-5638 for more information.

Other Upcoming Events
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The Woodland Steward Series: Managing Your Legacy
Landowners interested in learning more about managing their land in Western North Carolina are invited to particpate in a unique education event. A team of land management experts from federal and state agencies, universities, and the private sector are coordinating efforts to offer the Woodland Steward Series through the Biltmore Forest School.

All sessions take place at various locations. Registration is $50 per person ($25 for each additional family member). Lunch on the first day is included.

Discovering Your Land: Basic Land Management Skills
July 11 & 12, 2008
9am - 5pm & 9am - 12pm
Cradle of Forestry in Brevard

Woodscaping Your Woodlands & Firewise Management
July 25 & 26, 2008
9am - 5pm & 9am - 12pm
Holmes Educational State Forest in Hendersonville

Native Landscaping & Water Management
August 8 & 9, 2008
9am - 5pm & 9am - 12pm
NC Arboretum in Asheville

Stewardship, Recreation and Liability
August 22 & 23, 2008
9am - 5pm & 9am - 12pm
Cradle of Forestry in Brevard

Registration is required
Contact: Amy Garascia - Program Coodinator
828-884-5713 x 26

 

For additional course opportunities, visit FEOP (Forestry & Environmental Outreach Program).

Updated Wednesday, June 25, 2008