MA/RI Westborough Community Land Trust Annual Meeting

MA/RI Westborough Community Land Trust Annual Meeting

Did you know there is an American Chestnut tree breeding orchard in Westborough? Learn the fascinating story behind the work that is being done there. Presenter Brad Smith joined the American Chestnut Foundation in the early 1990’s, upon spotting his first...

CT-TACF Planting at Denison Homestead Orchard

Planting at the Denison Homestead Orchard, 120 Pequotsepos Rd, Mystic, CT.  Meet at the Farmer’s Market area in the field (Not the Nature Center). Please bring work gloves and water.  Possibility of exposure to Poison Ivy and ticks so please wear appropriate...
40th Anniversary of TACF

40th Anniversary of TACF

We are proud to celebrate the 40th anniversary of The American Chestnut Foundation! The articles of incorporation for TACF were signed on June 22, 1983. Here’s to 40 more great years!
Chestnut Chat: Chestnut Pollen Collection, Processing, and Storage

Chestnut Chat: Chestnut Pollen Collection, Processing, and Storage

The Chestnut Chat on May 19 will focus on the steps, methods, and processes of gathering and storing chestnut pollen. Join Hannah Pilkey of SUNY-ESF, and Cassie Stark and Eric Jenkins of TACF as they discuss the biology of male flowers, timing of catkin emergence and...