FREC | Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation

Learning to restore the American chestnut

Assistant Professor Carrie Fearer’s forest health class studied blight resistant hybrid chestnut trees in a grove planned to restore the native species after its near-eradication last century.

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Students studied American chestnut trees in a chestnut orchard near Johns Creek

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Northern Virginia Fall Forestry and Wildlife Field Tour hosted by CNRE , video
Land owners and teachers toured Warren County to learn about the work being done on both public and private lands to keep Virginia's forests thriving. The scenic, day-long tour was hosted by Virginia Cooperative Extension and the Virginia Forest Landowner Education Program in the College of Natural Resources and Environment.
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A hike through the history of campus trees , video
The College of Natural Resources and Environment and Campus Arborist Jamie King led hikers on a tour of campus to learn about the diversity of the more than 11,000 trees on campus and the legacy they represent while enjoying the beauty of fall in Blacksburg. Click here for more information on future hikes.
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Tracking the biggest trees in Virginia , video
Faculty and student tree enthusiasts are increasing the care and appreciation of trees across the Commonwealth through the Virginia Big Tree Program, coordinated by the Department of Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation. To learn more, including how to nominate a tree, visit http://bigtree.cnre.vt.edu/about.html.