American Chestnut Grower School - Youngsville

Topics will include: American chestnut – Past, Present & Future; The American Chestnut Foundation (TACF®); Site selection, your first consideration as a grower; Establishment of American chestnut from seed; Seedling protection and after-care; Common chestnut diseases and pests; Participation in on-going site evaluation and pest surveys; Other “Citizen Science” opportunities

There is a $20.00 Registration Fee for each of these workshops payable at the door. Your donation assures continued support of chestnut-related educational programs and activities. Those indicating an interest in participating in on-going site evaluations and pest monitoring efforts will receive:
10 open pollinated American chest-nut seed and protective seedling shelters with stakes.
Soil amendment mix
Handout materials & light refreshments

These workshops will introduce several opportunities to become involved in TACF® and other multi-state chestnut research and restoration efforts. Much of what you learn will be useful in understanding the needs of other species as well. You will discover educational resources available to you, meet people with similar interests, and have an opportunity to contribute to a worthy goal.

As in most things “chestnut”, the importance of volunteers willing to assist in “Citizen Science” is critical. The need for trained volunteers to serve as eyes in the field and boots on the ground will only grow as we face many obstacles standing in the way of bringing back American chestnut to our forests. This is your invitation to join us.