Rescuing the
American Chestnut
Our mission is to return the iconic American chestnut to its native range.
Our vision is a robust eastern forest returned to its splendor.
Chestnut Chat Series
A Half-Century of Recovery Efforts for the Endangered Virginia Round-leaf Birch
Join us on Friday, February 21, 2025, from 11:30AM – 1:00PM (EPT), for the next LIVE Chestnut Chat.
Special guest Dr. Terry Sharik, Research Professor at the Michigan Tech School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science (bio), will provide an overview of efforts aimed at the recovery of the endangered Virginia round-leaf birch (Betula uber) over the past half century. He will address six major areas specified in the recovery plan, the first for a plant under the Endangered Species Act of 1973. These include: (1) maintenance and expansion of the natural population; (2) establishment of (self-sustaining) additional populations in the wild; (3) continued searches for other natural populations; (4) determination of systematic relationships with other birch species; (5) retention of existing germplasm through cultivation; and (6) implementation of educational programs.


Annual Wild-Type Seed Sale
It’s almost here! TACF’s Annual Wild-Type American Chestnut Seed Sale is happening Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at 9AM.
The cost per package of 10 seeds is $50 including shipping. (One bundle per customer.)
This is an extremely popular annual sale exclusively for current TACF members. Seed quantities are limited and are for sale while supplies last. Seeds may sell out quickly.
Please note that your membership or renewal must be recieved by March 1 and remain current through March 18 to be eligible to participate in the seedling sale.
Now Streaming
CLEAR DAY THUNDER: Rescuing the American Chestnut is now available for public viewing! For just $10, you will receive unlimited views and the ability to watch on multiple devices and to download.
All proceeds support the film’s production costs and The American Chestnut Foundation’s mission to return the iconic American chestnut to its native range.
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Latest News
Remembering President Jimmy Carter 1924-2024
Dear friends, The board of directors and staff of The American Chestnut Foundation (TACF) mourn the loss of President Jimmy Carter, who died yesterday at the age of 100 in his hometown of Plains, Georgia. An Honorary Director at TACF since the very early days of the...
TACF Unveils New Brand
TACF Unveils New Brand to Celebrate 40+ Years of American Chestnut RestorationAsheville, NC 9/5/2024 The American Chestnut Foundation (TACF) is thrilled to announce the launch of its new brand, marking a significant milestone in its more than 40-year journey dedicated...
Learn More About TACF’s Research Advisory Council
Over the course of The American Chestnut Foundation’s 41 years, the organization has consistently sought external scientific expertise to ensure that its programming and progress are on track.To reach this goal, The American Chestnut Foundation (TACF) holds two bodies...
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Upcoming Events
This year again, the CT Chapter will be at the CT Flower and Garden Show. Stop by our table in the CT Federated Garden exhibit to see the work of […]
Join us on Friday, February 21, 2025, from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (Eastern), for the next LIVE Chestnut Chat.Special guest Dr. Terry Sharik, Research Professor at the Michigan Tech […]