VA – Phenotype at Matthews State Forest day 2

Matthews State Forest 245 Jacks Orch Rd, Galax, VA, United States

Come phenotype trees with us at Matthew's State Forest! We will have two workdays: July 10th, 12PM-5PM and July 11th, 8AM-3PM. We will be assessing trees for blight resistance and measuring their growth (height and diameter). Bring water, sunscreen and snacks! Wear working boots and long pants as the grass in the orchard can be […]

VA – Phenotype at Matthews State Forest day 1

Matthews State Forest 245 Jacks Orch Rd, Galax, VA, United States

Come phenotype trees with us at Matthew's State Forest! We will have two workdays: July 10th, 12PM-5PM and July 11th, 8AM-3PM. We will be assessing trees for blight resistance and measuring their growth (height and diameter). Bring water, sunscreen and snacks! Wear working boots and long pants as the grass in the orchard can be […]

VA – Planting at Matthews State Forest

Matthews State Forest 245 Jacks Orch Rd, Galax, VA, United States

Come plant with us at Matthews State Forest on May 16th starting at 12 noon. Meet us outside of the Matthews State Forest Education Center and we will bring/show you to the planting site. We will be planting 100 American chestnuts! Wear closed toe shoes, bring gloves, sunscreen, bug spray, water and a lunch. Spots […]