Removing Dead Trees in The Plains – July 5

Removing Dead Trees in The Plains – July 5

Dear chestnut lovers: On Thursday, July 5, we will be cutting up and removing downed trees from an orchard in The Plains.  We cut down trees that didn’t have the genetics we are looking for for blight resistance, but were unable that day to cut up and haul off...
Removing Dead Trees in The Plains – July 5

Removing Dead Trees in The Plains – July 5

Dear chestnut lovers: On Thursday, July 5, we will be cutting up and removing downed trees from an orchard in The Plains.  We cut down trees that didn’t have the genetics we are looking for for blight resistance, but were unable that day to cut up and haul off...
Work Session at Stony Brook Orchard Postponed!

Work Session at Stony Brook Orchard Postponed!

Dear chestnut lovers: The work session originally scheduled for July 2 at the Stony Brook Orchard has been postponed due to the heat advisory.  When it has been rescheduled, it will be posted here. Thank you, Cathy Catherine Mayes, President Virginia Chapter, The...
Work Session at Stony Brook Orchard Postponed!

Work Session at Stony Brook Orchard Postponed!

Dear chestnut lovers: The work session originally scheduled for July 2 at the Stony Brook Orchard has been postponed due to the heat advisory.  When it has been rescheduled, it will be posted here. Thank you, Cathy Catherine Mayes, President Virginia Chapter, The...

PA/NJ Chapter Tailgate: Wisconsin VS Penn State

Join the PA/NJ Chapter of The American Chestnut Foundation(TACF) for our first Annual Chestnut Tailgate. We will be sharing the story of the American chestnut in the thick of lion country surrounding Beaver Stadium. Staff and volunteers will be demonstrating chestnut...

PA/NJ Chapter Tailgate: Wisconsin VS Penn State

Join the PA/NJ Chapter of The American Chestnut Foundation(TACF) for our first Annual Chestnut Tailgate. We will be sharing the story of the American chestnut in the thick of lion country surrounding Beaver Stadium. Staff and volunteers will be demonstrating chestnut...

Huddle with the Faculty at PSU

Presentation: “Restoration of the American Chestnut Tree” Introduction by Dr. Kim Steiner, Director of the Arboretum at Penn State Presentation by Sara Fitzsimmons, Director of Restoration for The American Chestnut Foundation Sara will be giving a...

Huddle with the Faculty at PSU

Presentation: “Restoration of the American Chestnut Tree” Introduction by Dr. Kim Steiner, Director of the Arboretum at Penn State Presentation by Sara Fitzsimmons, Director of Restoration for The American Chestnut Foundation Sara will be giving a...

West Milford Festival of Lights

The West Milford Festival of Lights is a large event that attracts thousands of attendees each year. It is just one day, 10 am to 5 pm and we have registered to have a table in order to share the story of the American chestnut. We are still seeking volunteers to help...