NC Forest and Wood Products Marketing Meeting

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NC Forest and Wood Products Marketing Meeting Wed 12/4 10 AM - 11:30 AM N.C. Cooperative Extension - Duplin County Center, 165 Agriculture Dr, Kenansville, NC 28349, USA

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An informational and networking meeting for the NC forest and wood products industry hosted at McDowell Tech Co CC at Marion, NC on Nov 20.
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The US Forest Service has awarded NCSU Wood Products Extension a grant to work with the NC primary and secondary in North Carolina from now into 2022. Working with NCSU WPE is the NCFS and West65thInc on this project that has its goal to grow sales, profitability, and employment. We are hosting in Fall 2019 three regional meetings to announce the project and to provide a networking event for the forest and wood products industry.

This project in the primary forest products industry involves landowners, foresters, loggers, mills, equipment dealers and manufacturers, etc.

This project in the secondary wood products industry involves the production, distribution and retail sales of lumber, plywood, panels, firewood, cabinets, furniture and millwork.

Harry Watt at NCSU WPE is the contact person for this meeting. Contact at harry_watt@ncsu.edu and cell at 704-880-3067.

Dec 4 Wed

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Webinar - What Are Forestry Economic Contribution Reports? Making Sense of the Terms and Numbers in Economic Contribution Reports Tue 12/17 1 PM - 2 PM forestrywebinars.net

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Description: What are Forestry Economic Contribution Reports? Making Sense of the Terms and Numbers in Economic Contribution Reports
Economic contribution reports vary widely in the scope of the forest sector, IMPLAN modeling, results presentation and interpretation. This webinar covers practical guidelines for report users to better understand the terms and numbers in those reports, so that they can communicate the economic importance of the forest sector to their clienteles. Specifically, we will discuss the terminology of input-output modeling, aspects of IMPLAN software and modeling, and interpretation of numbers in the reports.

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When:

Dec 17, 2019 1:00 pm US/Eastern

Length: 01:00 (hh:mm)

Pre-registration not required.

Presenter(s):
Dr. Rajan Parajuli: Dr. Rajan Parajuli is an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in forest economics with Forestry Extension at NC State University. He received his Ph.D. in forest economics and policy, an M.S. in forest economics and management, and another M.S. in finance from Louisiana State University. Dr. Parajuli specializes in economic impact and contribution analysis, forest product market modeling, alternative income streams (payment for ecosystem services), and timberland valuation. He has several years of working experience in economic contribution and impact analyses of forest and other natural resource industries using IMPLAN modeling.

Dr. Shaun Tanger: Dr. Tanger is Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist at the Coastal Research and Extension Center at Mississippi State University. He received his BS in Wildlife Management from Auburn University and Masters and PhD degrees from Auburn University in Forestry. Dr. Tanger has worked with IMPLAN’s database and software systems since 2014. He has worked to document the forest economy’s contributions in Louisiana and across the Southeast and published several peer reviewed articles applying input-output modeling to the forestry sector.

Dr. Eric McConnell: Dr. Eric McConnell is an Assistant Professor in the School of Agricultural Sciences and Forestry at Louisiana Tech University, where he researches the economics and business management of forest operations and industry. He received his BS in Forest Management from Louisiana Tech University and Masters and PhD degrees from Mississippi State University in Forest Products and Forest Resources respectively.

Credits:
Society of American Foresters - Certified Forester Education (SAF-CFE) - 1 hour Category 1 Credit applied for.

Dec 17 Tue

Environmental Education for K-8 Educators: Project Learning Tree Mon 1/13 2020 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Belmont Abbey College Sacred Heart Campus, 200 Mercy Dr, Belmont, NC 28012, USA

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Description: Environmental Education for the K-8 Classroom: Project Learning Tree
January 13, 2020
8:30am - 3:30pm
Belmont Abbey College - Sacred Heart Campus
Belmont, NC

To Register: http://go.ncsu.edu/ncplt_bac
Workshop Fee: $20
Registration Deadline: January 8, 2019
Questions? Renee Strnad renee_strnad@ncsu.edu

Join other K-8 classroom and nonformal educators as we 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 NC Standard Course of Study and Essential Standards. The PLT activity guides are provided free of charge to participants through support from the NC Forestry Association. CEU renewal credits are available. This workshop qualifies for Criteria I in the EE Certification Program.

Differentiated instruction? Technology connections? Literature links? STEM? The PLT activity guide covers it all!!! The PreK-8 guide is correlated to the Common Core (math and ELA) as well as to the NC Essential Standards (science and social studies). Participants will learn about the materials through direct engagement in the PLT activities throughout the workshop. Please bring a bag lunch and prepare to be outside!

Please make a personal commitment to attend to ensure there are enough materials and space for everyone. Parking directions will be sent prior to the workshop. Cancellations made by January 8 will receive a $10 refund. Cancellations after this date will not receive a refund.

Jan 13 2020

Environmental Education for K-8 Educators: Project Learning Tree Sat 1/25 2020 9:30 AM - 4 PM San-Lee Park, 760 Pumping Station Rd, Sanford, NC 27330, USA

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Description: EE for K-8 Educators: Project Learning Tree
January 25, 2020
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
San-Lee Park
Sanford, NC

To Register: go.ncsu.edu/ncplt_sanlee
Workshop Fee: $20
Registration Deadline: January 20, 2020
Questions? Renee Strnad renee_strnad@ncsu.edu

Join other K-8 classroom and nonformal educators as we 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 NC Standard Course of Study and Essential Standards. The PLT activity guides are provided free of charge to participants through support from the NC Forestry Association. CEU renewal credits are available. This workshop qualifies for Criteria I or II in the EE Certification Program (K-8).

Differentiated instruction? Technology connections? Literature links? STEM? The PLT activity guide covers it all!!! The PreK-8 guide is correlated to the Common Core (math and ELA) as well as to the NC Essential Standards (science and social studies). Participants will learn about the materials through direct engagement in the PLT activities throughout the workshop. Please bring a bag lunch and prepare to be outside! More details will be sent prior to the workshop.

Please make a personal commitment to attend to ensure there are enough materials and space for everyone. Cancellations made by the registration deadline will receive a $10 refund. Cancellations after this date will not receive a refund.

Jan 25 2020

Forests of the World: A Project Learning Tree High School Workshop Wed 1/29 2020 9 AM - 3:30 PM Durant Nature Preserve, 8305 Camp Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC 27614, USA

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Description: January 29, 2020
Durant Nature Preserve
Raleigh, NC
9:00am – 3:30pm
To Register: go.ncsu.edu/ncplt_durant
Registration Deadline: January 22, 2020

This workshop will lead participants from investigating the benefits of trees in our urban communities to discovering forests and their uses around the world. This workshop is ideal for educators working with students in grades 6-12. Please bring a bag lunch.

All workshop participants will receive the Places We Live and the Forests of the World PLT secondary modules through sponsorship from our partner, the NC Forestry Association. These materials meet standards for 6-8th grade social studies, 8th grade science, Biology, Earth/Environmental Science, Civics & Economics, and 21st Century Geography. CEU renewal credits will be offered. This workshop qualifies for Criteria I or continuing education in the NC EE Certification Program.

Please make a personal commitment to attend to ensure there are enough materials and space for everyone. Cancellations made by the registration deadline will receive a $10 refund. Cancellations after this date will not receive a refund.

Jan 29 2020

Woodland Stewards Webinar Series: Getting to Know Your Woodlands: Next Steps! Thu 2/6 2020 7 PM - 8:30 PM Check the list of sites below for the closest one near you..

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Description: Woodland Stewards Webinar Series: A regional Extension program for landowners.

Join other woodland landowners throughout the region to learn about how you can take better care of your woodlands. This is a regional Extension course being offered in 4 sessions. The four sessions are webinars hosted by your local Extension center on Thursdays from 7-8:30 PM from February 6, 2020 to February 27, 2020.

February 6, 2020: 7-8:30 PM. Woodland Management: What is Right for You and Your Woodland? Managing your woodlands to grow healthy forests and produce revenue depends on making the right choices for your location. This session will help woodland owners to understand how stand dynamics and market considerations are used in the application of management.
February 13, 2020: 7-8:30 PM. Understanding the Financial Aspects of Woodland Management. This session provides an overview of financial factors that affect your woodland management such as when to re-plant, when to thin, when to harvest, when to use cost-share programs and more.
February 20, 2020: 7-8:30 PM. More than Timber: Income Opportunities from Non-timber Forest Products. There are a range of possibilities to generate income from your woodlands that depend on your location, forest type and more, that are compatible with timber management too. In this session, learn more about the opportunities to generate income from your woodlands.
February 27, 2020: 7-8:30 PM. Launching your Woodland Legacy: Intact, In Forest and In Family Ownership. Most woodland owners cite legacy as one of their main reasons for owning land, and a large majority express concern over their ability to keep the land intact. This session is designed to help you find the best way to pass this legacy intact to your heirs..

To participate in this course, contact one of the following Extension offices.

Anson - https://anson.ces.ncsu.edu/
Bertie - https://bertie.ces.ncsu.edu/
Buncombe - https://buncombe.ces.ncsu.edu/
Cherokee - https://cherokee.ces.ncsu.edu/
Clay - https://clay.ces.ncsu.edu/
Cleveland - https://cleveland.ces.ncsu.edu/
Edgecomb - https://edgecombe.ces.ncsu.edu/
Franklin - https://franklin.ces.ncsu.edu/
Granville - https://granville.ces.ncsu.edu/
Greene - https://greene.ces.ncsu.edu/
Harnett - https://harnett.ces.ncsu.edu/
Hertford - https://hertford.ces.ncsu.edu/
Pitt - https://pitt.ces.ncsu.edu/
Randolph - https://randolph.ces.ncsu.edu/
Robeson - https://robeson.ces.ncsu.edu/
Rowan - https://rowan.ces.ncsu.edu/
Stokes - https://stokes.ces.ncsu.edu/

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Feb 6 2020

Environmental Education for K-8 Educators: Project Learning Tree Thu 2/13 2020 9 AM - 4 PM Eastern 4-H Center, 100 N Clover Way, Columbia, NC 27925, USA

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Description: EE for K-8 Educators: Project Learning Tree
February 13, 2020
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Eastern 4-H Center
Columbia, NC

To Register: https://go.ncsu.edu/4h-ee
Workshop Fee: $20
Registration Deadline: February 1
Questions? JP Peoples jwpeople@ncsu.edu

This workshop is part of a week-long EE professional development event hosted by the Eastern 4-H Center including Project WET, Project WILD, Food, Land & People, Project Learning Tree and Don't Waste It. Meals and lodging will be provided for an additional fee. Contact JP for more information or follow the registration link.

Join other K-8 classroom and nonformal educators as we 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 NC Standard Course of Study and Essential Standards. The PLT activity guides are provided free of charge to participants through support from the NC Forestry Association. CEU renewal credits are available. This workshop qualifies for Criteria I or II in the EE Certification Program (K-8).

Differentiated instruction? Technology connections? Literature links? STEM? The PLT activity guide covers it all!!! The PreK-8 guide is correlated to the Common Core (math and ELA) as well as to the NC Essential Standards (science and social studies). Participants will learn about the materials through direct engagement in the PLT activities throughout the workshop. More details will be sent prior to the workshop.

Please make a personal commitment to attend to ensure there are enough materials and space for everyone. Cancelations may not be refunded.

Feb 13 2020

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