Registration for 4-H Virtual Summer Camp and Kits Now Available
Even though we are unable to continue with our in-person 4-H camps this summer due to COVID-19 restrictions, we …
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NC Logging Industry & Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Are you curious about how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting the NC logging industry? Our recently released publication, “A …
New Publication: Fire-Resistant Landscaping in North Carolina
Is your home or community tucked into the woods or surrounded by natural shrubs, woodlands, or marsh? If the …
Growing Chatham - June 2020 Edition Is Now Available
Our June issue of Growing Chatham is now available. View the lastest edition of Growing …
Forest Landowner Management Tips for June
Summer is on our heels and June means hurricane season is here! In 2020, North Carolina and the Southeast …
Recording of Bumble Bee Webinar Now Available for Viewing
In honor of Citizen Science Month, the Chatham County Center of North Carolina Cooperative Extension conducted a webinar on …
Chatham Neighbor2Neighbor Program Launches
Abundance NC, in collaboration with the Chatham News + Record, the Caremongering Pittsboro Facebook group, and Chatham Trades, is …
Forestry Lunch & Learn Webinars Continue in May
NC State Extension Forestry has lined up several webinar opportunities that will be hosted through Forestry Webinars. Pre-registration is not required, …
Forest Landowner Management Tips for May
Before the temperature begins to get too hot, buggy, and snaky for most folks to get out in the …
Recent Research on the Restoration of Southern Pine Ecosystems
Over time we’ve seen southern pine ecosystems decline across the landscape. Currently, the USDA Forest Service has partnered with …
Forestry Webinars Available During April
NC State Extension Forestry has lined up several webinar opportunities for landowners over the next few months, with two slated …
Growing Chatham, April 2020 Edition Is Here!
Click here to view our latest “Growing Chatham” Newsletter, it’s full of great information! Don’t miss out on this month’s …
NC State Extension Launches Portal for COVID-19 Resources
Press release by Richard Campbell, NC State Extension. COVID-19 has disrupted our lives and routines, from how we work, play …
WATCH NOW - Woodland Stewards Webinar Series
Recordings Now Available Online Missed out on the Woodland Stewards Webinar Series last month? Have no fear; recordings are here! …
Forest Landowner Management Tips for April
Forest Landowners have a great opportunity to exercise social distancing while getting out on their land and connecting with …
Chatham County Cancels and Suspends Programs and Some Services
To limit the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and safeguard those most at risk for contracting the virus, Chatham County is …
Spring Ag Fest 2020 Canceled
The Ag Fest Committee has made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s Spring Ag Fest 2020 out of …
Timber Harvest Values in 2018 Increased in North Carolina
North Carolina has about 18.1 million acres of timberland, which supports a vibrant forest product industry throughout the state. …
Forests After Florence
From NC State University College of Natural Resources, Story by Julie Johnson 3/6/2020 Dr. Madhusudan Katti, an associate professor in the …
Make Plans Now to Attend Spring Ag Fest 2020!
When: March 28, 2020, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center, 1192 US 64 …
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