The Southern Regional Extension of Forestry

Issue 164: Week of December 4th, 2023

Highlights

Recent News

In our recent survey, SREF News Digest readers shared that they would love to have direct links to the articles at the top of the newsletter. We are trying it out this week. Click on the headlines below if you want to go directly to the external article.

Regional News

• New Research Summarizes Challenges for the Establishment & Retention of Young, Beginning, and Minority-Owned Logging Businesses in Florida & Georgia
• TN State University Publishes Case Study on Extension Agents’ Perceptions, Practices, and Needs of Urban Forestry in Tennessee
• Clemson Extension Blog on Ticks & Alpha-Gal Syndrome
• New USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map Shows Warmer Southeast
• Restoring and Nurturing the Louisiana Pinesnake Population
• Oak Woodlands Fire Science Curriculum
• The Environmental Justice Green Book Now Available for Georgia
• SERPPAS Announces America the Beautiful Challenge Grant Awards
• NFWF and NOAA Announce Recipients of the 2023 National Coastal Resilience Fund

National News

• Fire Network Announces New Website, Blog, and Facebook Page
• Reflections About the Second World Forum on Urban Forests
• PLT Releases “Together For Birds” Activity Collection & Educator Guide Available Until December for Free Download 
• USDA Assembles National Climate Change Working Group
• Working Lands for Wildlife Releases Updated Summary to the SE FireMap
• USFS Releases Report on Forest Carbon Offsets
• New Climate Adaptation and Forest Carbon Training Available Online
• The Ecosystem Marketplace Issues Report on Voluntary Carbon Offset Market

Webinars

Access previously listed webinars here.

• Learning from the Capacity Building Pilot
• Year in Review: Sustainability and Forests 
• Conservation Finance Opportunities in Sentinel Landscapes 
• Women’s Forest Congress Virtual Gathering 
• Results for the Southeast from the 2022 AFWA Climate Adaptation Survey Report
• Practical Ethics for Resource Managers: Striking a Balance Between Rules and Relationships
• FIA’s New National-Scale Modeling System 
• How Foresters Can Become Certified Technical Service Providers

Funding Opportunities

• USDA Announces 2024 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program
• USDA Announces Opening of Application Period for Regional Agriculture Promotion Program
• 2024 Longleaf Landscape Stewardship Fund Request for Proposals
• Renewable Resources Extension Act – National Focus Fund Project Request for Applications

Job Opportunities

• Uwharrie National Forest Prescribed Fire/Fuels Seasonal Crew Member (2 Positions)
• Assistant Professor – Forest Resources – Western Carolina Univ.
• Director of Land Retention & Advocacy – Federation of Southern Cooperatives/Land Assistance Fund

New Research Summarizes Challenges for the Establishment & Retention of Young, Beginning, and Minority-Owned Logging Businesses in Florida & Georgia

A recently published research paper from the University of Georgia provides more insights into logging businesses that have young, new, and/or minority owners and the challenges that they face. Most logging businesses in the South are owned by white males, many of whom are approaching retirement. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the characteristics of logging businesses with a young owner, beginning business owner, and businesses owned by members of a minority group (YBM). Researchers interviewed twelve YBM logging business owners in Georgia and Florida to gather information on business characteristics and perceived barriers to the formation of these businesses. As the current generation of logging business owners leaves the industry, it is important to develop new businesses. New businesses will likely be owned by young owners, mid-career professionals starting new logging businesses, and businesses owned by members of a minority group. To read the findings of this research, click here.

TN State University Publishes Case Study on Extension Agents’ Perceptions, Practices, and Needs of Urban Forestry in Tennessee

Researchers from Tennessee State University recently published a case study investigating extension agents’ perceptions, practices, and needs of urban forestry in Tennessee. This study focuses on the perception of non-traditional educators, like extension agents, since most studies have mainly focused on the general public’s perception and needs instead. A state-wide online survey was conducted throughout the state. Results from the survey suggest that extension agents in Tennessee value urban forests and the benefits they provide, particularly shade, cooling, energy saving, beautification, and more. The study also lists agents' top concerns for handling urban forestry-related requests as well as how best to address these concerns. The full study can be accessed here.

Clemson Extension Blog on Ticks & Alpha-Gal Syndrome

Clemson Extension released an article on ticks and the recently recognized syndrome related to tick bites that can cause serious health conditions, Alpha-Gal syndrome (AGS). AGS is also known as red meat allergy or tick bite meat allergy. People who develop this condition show symptoms typically 3-4 hours after eating red meat from mammals. The exact mechanism by which tick bites cause this syndrome to develop in the human body is not completely understood and is still being studied. To learn more about ticks and Alpha-Gal syndrome, click here.

New USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map Shows Warmer Southeast

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently published a new plant hardiness zone map. The previous map was last published in 2012. The Plant Hardiness Zone map is based on the average lowest temperature at a location each winter and is used by gardeners and others to determine what plants are suitable for their yard. Zones are produced based on 5-degree Fahrenheit ranges of the lowest temperature. The new map covers the period 1991-2020, which is also the 30-year period used for the current climate normal. The new map shows that more than half of the Southeast has shifted its category by half a zone toward a warmer climate. This change means gardeners can plant species that can handle slightly warmer weather and less frost. An interactive version of the plant hardiness zone map can be found here. Learn more about the warming of the southeast here.

Restoring and Nurturing the Louisiana Pinesnake Population

The Louisiana pinesnake (Pituophis ruthveni) is one of the rarest snakes in the US. Josh Pierce, a Forest Service wildlife biologist, began building a database in 2006 of snake sightings from historical records, published, literature, roadkill reports, incidental captures, and other verifiable records. The database now encompasses almost 700 unique individuals and has reached a point where questions needed by Kisatchie National Forest, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and other partners can be answered. For the past 13 years, zoos have been raising Louisiana pinesnakes in captive breeding facilities and releasing them in a restored longleaf pine forest within Kisatchie National Forest. The current estimate of the population of released individuals and their offspring is about 100. While evidence suggests that almost all wild populations of the snake are declining, the population within the National Forest seems to be doing well. To learn more about this restoration project, click here. 

American Longleaf Publishes Range-Wide Conservation Plan for 2025-2040

The American Longleaf recently published its second iteration of the Conservation Plan developed to guide continued efforts to reach the goal of eight million acres of longleaf pine forests in the Southeast. The vision of the conservation plan is to create functional, viable longleaf pine ecosystems with the full spectrum of ecological, economic, and social values inspired through a voluntary partnership of concerned motivated organizations and individuals. The previous conservation plan was posted in 2009, and while strategies and objectives have been updated to address current needs and challenges, the vision remains the same. This document will address the conservation plan spanning from 2025 to 2040. To access the new conservation plan and the first iteration, click here.

Longleaf Pine Alliance Releases Longleaf Sustainability Analysis

The Longleaf Pine Alliance (LPA) recently announced the release of the Longleaf Sustainability Analysis (LSA) v.1. This new longleaf ecosystem-centric map analysis was produced by the Florida Natural Areas Inventory and the University of Florida Center for Landscape Conservation Planning and guided by an LSA Working Group with funding from NRCS. The LSA combines map data about extant longleaf, suitable sites for restoration, landscape connectivity, and other factors related to sustainability to prioritize areas on the landscape for implementation of restoration and conservation actions. The resulting priority maps are intended to support the objectives of America’s Longleaf Restoration Initiative’s (ALRI) Range-Wide Conservation Plan and other conservation work for the next 15 years. More information can be found here.

Miami Waterkeepers Seeking Ideas for Green Infrastructure in Miami-Dade County

Miami Waterkeepers is seeking ideas that will revitalize underutilized open spaces to reduce flooding, heat, and habitat loss. Miami Waterkeepers is a team of advocates for clean water that is swimmable, drinkable, and fishable for all, ecosystem protection and sea level rise resiliency. The team is asking residents and stakeholders of Miami-Dade County to suggest sites that they think can benefit from a green infrastructure program through their interactive map, Community Input Tool. Green infrastructure, a nature-based solution, involves redesigning communities to work with nature to provide flood protection, shade, habitat, water filtration, and green spaces. By implementing green infrastructure, Miami Waterkeepers hopes to manage climate risk and enhance quality of life for all who live in Miami-Dade. To learn more about the project and green infrastructure, click here.

American Longleaf Publishes Range-Wide Conservation Plan for 2025-2040

The American Longleaf recently published its second iteration of the Conservation Plan developed to guide continued efforts to reach the goal of eight million acres of longleaf pine forests in the Southeast. The vision of the conservation plan is to create functional, viable longleaf pine ecosystems with the full spectrum of ecological, economic, and social values inspired through a voluntary partnership of concerned motivated organizations and individuals. The previous conservation plan was posted in 2009, and while strategies and objectives have been updated to address current needs and challenges, the vision remains the same. This document will address the conservation plan spanning from 2025 to 2040. To access the new conservation plan and the first iteration, click here.

Fire Network Announces New Website, Blog, and Facebook Page

The Fire Networks recently debuted their new website, blog, and Facebook page. The Fire Networks partnership invests in people and place-based efforts to change relationships with fire, helping foster shared responsibility for fire management and viable fire cultures in landscapes and communities across the country. Through interconnected peer networks – the Fire Learning Network (FLN), Fire Adapted Communities Learning Network (FAC Net), Indigenous Peoples Burning Network (IPBN), and Prescribed Fire Training Exchanges (TREX) – local, regional, and national action can be taken to improve fire outcomes. Explore the new website here. Access the blog here. Follow the new Facebook page here.

Reflections About the Second World Forum on Urban Forests

The Second World Forum on Urban Forests took place over three days in October in Washington DC and a blog post summarizing the speakers, attendees, content, and more was featured on the New York State Urban Forestry Council’s website. One thousand attendees from sixty countries gathered to explore the city through field trips and hear individual speakers and panel discussions. Speakers from international and local spectrums shared inspiring messages as everyone came together to network and bond over their appreciation of trees. The forum allowed ideas to be shared and partnerships to be made to advance urban forests. A more detailed summary of the forum can be found here.  

PLT Releases “Together For Birds” Activity Collection & Educator Guide Available Until December for Free Download

The Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI), Project Learning Tree (PLT) program recently shared a new “Together for Birds” activity collection. The collection uses birds to create fun, inclusive, and authentic learning experiences since birds are a wonderful introduction to the natural world and are usually within eyeshot or earshot. This educator guide for grades K-2 and variations for grades 3-5 invites students to investigate ways that birds and other living things depend on their habitat to live. The lesson plans are designed to be flexible and can be used as stand-alone lessons or as part of a cohesive unit of instruction using a storyline technique. The guide is available as a free download until December 31, 2023. To learn more about the activity collection and to download it, click here.

USDA Assembles National Climate Change Working Group

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has created a National Climate Change Working Group to prioritize climate change activities that should be addressed in the next few years. The group will focus on a broad array of agricultural production systems and ways to create climate resiliency in the natural and agricultural ecosystems. Colorado State University’s College of Agricultural Sciences will lead this national effort to set priorities for the next decade. The program has over 100 researchers from across the country working to identify key recent discoveries and advances as well as critical gaps. Learn more about the working group and their plans here.

Working Lands for Wildlife Releases Updated Summary to the SE FireMap

Working Lands for Wildlife (WLFW) recently posted an updated summary to the SE FireMap about the development of the SE FireMap 2.0. WLFW is a partnership between the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) to combat the decline of seven specific wildlife species whose decline can be reversed and will benefit other species with similar habitat needs. The Southeast Fire Map (SE FireMap), funded by NRCS and managed by Working Lands for Wildlife staff, developed an interactive fire tracking map to allow for improved decision-making about fire and ecosystem health. The map provides data about fires across public and private lands. Version 2.0 will have standard query options, spatial data, and PDF map downloads to aid in fire management. Its remote sensing technology will track prescribed fires and wildfires across the Southeast and provide improved map resolution over other regional and national systems currently in use. The update can be found here. Learn more about the SE FireMap here. 

USFS Releases Report on Forest Carbon Offsets

The United States Forest Service (USFS) released a report on forest carbon offsets entitled “Report to Congress: A General Assessment of the Role of Agriculture and Forestry in U.S. Carbon Markets.” The purpose of the report is to assess the current state of voluntary carbon markets in the US. Carbon markets offer a potential tool to achieve greenhouse gas (GHG) reductions from the forest and agriculture sectors. Farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners can generate carbon credits by adopting practices to reduce emissions or sequester carbon on their land, and carbon markets may incentivize them to adopt new practices by generating additional income from carbon credit sales. The report finds that Over the past 4 years, the volume of carbon credits issued in the compliance market has dramatically decreased; meanwhile, the volume of voluntary carbon offsets increased. Access the full report here.

New Climate Adaptation and Forest Carbon Training Available Online

The Northeast Silviculture Institute for Foresters has released a free new module on climate adaptations and forest carbon. The Northeast Silviculture Institute is a series of training workshops in graduate level silviculture. Institute training is designed so it can be used in the USDA Forest Service’s National Advanced Silviculture Program (NASP) to provide landscape-specific materials for northeast forests. This training program is video recorded, and all Institute materials are available for all to use. SAF CFEs are available by session. Learn more about the Silviculture Institute Online Training here.

The Ecosystem Marketplace Issues Report on Voluntary Carbon Offset Market

The Ecosystem Marketplace, a worldwide organization that tracks carbon markets, just issued a new report that reviews the state of the voluntary carbon marketplace, including volumes of carbon transactions and prices to date in 2021-23. A major finding in the report states in 2023 there has been a downturn in the volume of transactions overall as third-party oversight programs and buyer scrutiny ramp up. Prices, however, have stayed steady and in the forest-based carbon offset market sector, prices have been rising. Access the full report here.

From convener to joiner, conservation districts demonstrate the art of increasing capacity, leveraging resources, and engaging more landowners. This on-demand webinar presented by the National Association of Conservation Districts can help equip you with your efforts to build capacity and enhance the beneficial impacts of your collective efforts. $10 for SAF members/$20 non-members. Register here.

Best Management Practices for Forestry in Florida

Society of American Foresters’ Sustainability & Certification Working Group hosts this webinar on delivering a conversation on hot topics to bring forth innovative ideas and smart solutions when discussing responsible forestry with diverse stakeholders. Take these 2023 reflections combined with future year projections to generate insights and help inform your role of creating better forests. Free for members/$10 for non-members. Register here. 

The Sentinel Landscapes Partnership facilitates cross-agency collaboration and develops unique partnerships to implement innovative funding strategies within sentinel landscapes. During this webinar, participants will learn how the Conservation Finance Network and their key partners are helping sentinel landscapes access conservation finance technical assistance opportunities. The webinar will also feature case studies of sentinel landscapes tapping into new partnerships and sources of financing to conserve natural resources, promote economic sustainability, and enhance military missions. Learn more and join here. 

Register now to join the Women's Forest Congress for the December Virtual Gathering, as we continue to live out the WFC Declaration from the October 2022 event, reflect on 2023, and look ahead to 2024. Registration is free but limited to the first 200 individuals who register. Register here. 

2023 NAISMA Annual Biocontrol Summit

2023 RWFM Stewardship Webinar Series: Minimizing Drift on Grazing Lands

The Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (AFWA) conducted a survey of U.S. state and Canadian provincial and territorial fish and wildlife agencies to assess perspectives, needs, gaps, challenges, and opportunities for climate change adaptation in fish and wildlife management. This biennial survey has been conducted since 2012 and is intended to gather information that was useful and useable in helping AFWA members advance climate change adaptation. In this webinar, results for the southeast region from the 2022 Climate Adaptation Survey will be highlighted and next steps will be discussed. Attendees are encouraged to read the report before joining the webinar. Read the report here. Register here.

Hosted by Society of American Foresters (SAF). Gain valuable knowledge by balancing a focus on applying rational thought to moral and ethical problems as well as considering the impact of your decisions on the relational landscape of a situation. Navigate the application of Rational Ethics and Relational Approach frameworks with peers and facilitated guidance to help further refine how we can process an ethically weighted situation. $10 Member/$20 non-member. Register here. 

Society of American Foresters’ Inventory & Biometrics Working Group is hosting this webinar to unveil a new national-scale modeling system for predicting tree volume, biomass, and carbon. How calculations are performed will be demonstrated. Free for members/$10 non-members. Register here. 

NC Community Tree Webinar: How to Recruit and Retain Women and Under-represented Groups in Arboriculture 

FLA’s Year in Policy 2023

Arborist Short Course Series 

Tree Tenders Training Series

In this webinar foresters and other natural resources professionals will learn about USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Technical Service Provider (TSP) Program. Certified TSPs provide conservation planning assistance to private landowners on behalf of NRCS. The webinar will delve into the application process and the qualifications necessary to become a certified TSP. Additionally, participants will gain insights into NRCS private lands financial assistance programs supported by the TSP program. Register here. 

USDA Announces 2024 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program

The United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service (USDA FS) recently released a notice of funding opportunity under the Urban and Community Forestry Program (U&CF). This is the only program dedicated to the urban forest program in the federal government. The program works in partnership with State and local forestry agencies, non-profit and tribal organizations, and institutions of higher education to restore, sustain, and manage more than 140 million acres of urban and community forest lands for the benefit of communities across the United States. The Forest Service is seeking proposals to address the National Ten Year Urban and Community Forestry Action Plan (2016-2026) Goals 4 and 5. Goal 4 is to increase the biodiversity, health, and resilience of trees in urban and community forests. Goal 5 is to support the use of more locally grown, regionally adapted, insect and pest-resistant, and diverse native or sire-appropriate species. Proposals are to be received by 5:00 pm Eastern Time on February 29, 2024. The Action Plan can be accessed here. The full notice of funding opportunity and application can be found here.

USDA Announces Opening of Application Period for Regional Agriculture Promotion Program

The United States Department of Agriculture’s Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (USDA RAPP) recently announced the Notice of Funding Opportunity for the first tranche of funding. USDA is providing up to $300 million in funding in its first year to support eligible projects that enable exporters to break into new markets and increase market share in growth markets. RAPP funds are available to non-profit U.S. agricultural trade organizations, non-profit State Regional Trade Groups (SRTGs), U.S. agricultural cooperatives, and state agencies that conduct approved market development activities to foster expanded exports and market diversification by encouraging the development, maintenance, and expansion of diverse commercial export markets for U.S. agricultural commodities and products. RAPP awards will be generally granted for a period of performance of five years, with an expected period of performance starting on June 1, 2024, and ending on September 30, 2029. Applications are due by 5:00 pm on February 2, 2024. Read the full announcement here.

2024 Longleaf Landscape Stewardship Fund Request for Proposals

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation has today announced the release of the 2024 request for proposals (RFP) under the Longleaf Landscape Stewardship Fund. This RFP expects to award approximately $30 million in federal and private sector funding in support of on-the-ground projects that help accelerate longleaf pine restoration on private and public lands to support wildlife, sequester carbon, safeguard water quality, and increase forest resilience. Limited funding also is available to support bottomland hardwood restoration and enhancement activities as outlined within the RFP. In pursuit of habitat and species restoration goals, applicants are encouraged to prioritize projects that also address co-benefits of proposed restoration activities (carbon sequestration, water quality/quantity, etc.) and engage local communities and historically underserved landowners. All proposals must specifically address how projects will directly and measurably contribute to the longleaf pine and associated species goals outlined in the Longleaf Forest and Rivers Business Plan. Full proposals are due Thursday, February 15, 2024, by 11:59 PM Eastern Time. An applicant webinar will be held on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, from 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM Eastern Time. Registration is required and applicants can register here. See the full RFP here.

Renewable Resources Extension Act – National Focus Fund Project Request for Applications

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced a request for applications for fiscal year 2024 Renewable Resources Extension Act – National Focus Fund Projects (RREA-NFF). The purpose of the grant program is to provide funds for extension projects that have national or regional relevancy. In particular, the program supports extension projects that address emerging forest and rangeland resources through the adoption of climate-smart technologies among forest and rangeland owners. The RREA program of NIFA is soliciting applications in priority areas that are extension projects that ensure the adoption of climate-smart technologies and practices in forest systems and rangeland systems. The technical assistance webinar related to this FY 2024 funding opportunity will be scheduled soon. The deadline for applications is March 13, 2024. Learn more and apply here. 

Uwharrie National Forest Prescribed Fire/Fuels Seasonal Crew Member (2 Positions)

The Ember Alliance is hiring 2 seasonal, 4-6 month prescribed fire crewmember positions in Troy, NC. This position will participate in the day-to-day operations of a module focused on aiding partners on prescribed fire and natural resource management projects. The position is predominantly in the field, in potentially difficult environmental conditions such as hot and humid or cold weather, loose footing, and steep terrain. Crewmembers will be required to pass the Arduous Work Capacity Test. The position is open until filled with an initial assessment deadline of December 1. Learn more and apply here.

Assistant Professor – Forest Resources – Western Carolina Univ.

Western Carolina University is seeking applications for a 9-month, tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Natural Resource Conservation and Management position to begin in August 2024 in Cullowhee, NC. Courses to be taught may include forest management, silviculture, natural resource measurements, dendrology, and other topics related to the candidate’s area of expertise. The teaching load also includes participation in WCU's general education curriculum. Review of applications will begin December 8 and will continue until the position is filled. Find more information and apply here.

Director of Land Retention & Advocacy – Federation of Southern Cooperatives/Land Assistance Fund

The Federation of Southern Cooperatives/ Land Assistance Fund (FSC/LAF) is the nation’s leading nonprofit organization focusing on Black land retention and cooperative economic development. FSC/LAF seeks a Director of Land Retention and Advocacy in its administrative office in East Point, GA. This is a full-time, executive-level position that reports to the Executive Director. The Director of Land Retention and Advocacy leads the development and management of outreach, education, and technical assistance programs that support the land retention and advocacy initiatives of FSC/LAF and as part of its Regional Heirs Property and Mediation Center. Salary is competitive on a non-profit scale and commensurate with experience. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, vacation, and paid sick leave. Applications close on December 31 or until the position is filled. Contact FSC/LAF to learn more or apply. Learn more about the organization here.

10th International Fire Congress

Winter 2023 Certified Arborist Prep Course & Review

14th Southern Forestry and Natural Resource Management GIS Conference

White-tailed Deer Management Program

Workshop and field tours on a variety of wildlife and invasive species topics. More details and a registration link to be posted soon. For more information contact Sumter County Extension.

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension are working together to educate the public about heirs' property. Join them for hands-on training sessions that will provide valuable materials and guidance to avoid involuntary property loss, and protect and preserve family land for generations to come. Learn about the origin and history of heirs' property, estate planning, and other legal strategies to secure land. Come to connect with resources and other technical assistance. Learn more and register here.

The Southern Group of State Foresters (SGSF) Services, Utilization, & Marketing (SUM) committee is hosting a 1-day training on wood-based economic development on Thursday, Feb. 1st, in Panama City, FL. This training is free to state or federal forestry agency employees, but there is a registration cost of $65.00 for others. Speakers at this workshop will address: forest industry market updates; the fundamentals of business recruitment; wood-based site selection essentials; the role of a site selection consultant; case studies and more. Space is limited, but if you are interested in attending this training, please fill out this google form, so we can send you registration information as soon as it is available. Download a flyer about this event here. 

Red Hills Fire Festival

SAF Rising Professionals Conference

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University and North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension are working together to educate the public about heirs' property. Join them for hands-on training sessions that will provide valuable materials and guidance to avoid involuntary property loss, and protect and preserve family land for generations to come. Learn about the origin and history of heirs' property, estate planning, and other legal strategies to secure land. Come to connect with resources and other technical assistance. Learn more and register here.

18th North American Agroforestry Conference (NAAC)

Southern Missouri TREX

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension are working together to educate the public about heirs' property. Join them for hands-on training sessions that will provide valuable materials and guidance to avoid involuntary property loss, and protect and preserve family land for generations to come. Learn about the origin and history of heirs' property, estate planning, and other legal strategies to secure land. Come to connect with resources and other technical assistance. Learn more and register here.

2024 Forest Farming Conference

USFS FIA User Group Meeting

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension are working together to educate the public about heirs' property. Join them for hands-on training sessions that will provide valuable materials and guidance to avoid involuntary property loss, and protect and preserve family land for generations to come. Learn about the origin and history of heirs' property, estate planning, and other legal strategies to secure land. Come to connect with resources and other technical assistance. Learn more and register here.

National Conferene on Ecosystem Restoration (NCER)

7th International Fire Behavior and Fuel Conference

Alabama Forest Owners' Association Annual Meeting

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension are working together to educate the public about heirs' property. Join them for hands-on training sessions that will provide valuable materials and guidance to avoid involuntary property loss, and protect and preserve family land for generations to come. Learn about the origin and history of heirs' property, estate planning, and other legal strategies to secure land. Come to connect with resources and other technical assistance. Learn more and register here.

ACF - National Conference - Florida's Forest: Fire & Rain

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension are working together to educate the public about heirs' property. Join them for hands-on training sessions that will provide valuable materials and guidance to avoid involuntary property loss, and protect and preserve family land for generations to come. Learn about the origin and history of heirs' property, estate planning, and other legal strategies to secure land. Come to connect with resources and other technical assistance. Learn more and register here.

Be sure to save the date for our 2024 Great Plains Fire Summit in Canyon, Texas!