The N.C. Forest Service operates six educational state forests (ESFs) designed to teach the public, especially school children, about the forest environment.
Each ESF features self-guided trails, tree identification signs, a forest education center and a “Talking Tree” trail. Educational forest rangers are available to conduct classes compatible with teaching objectives listed in the N.C. Department of Public Instruction science curriculum for school and other youth groups.
Investigating Your Environment Workshop for Educators
Each summer the N.C. Forest Service offers educators a chance to explore the environment with innovative learning activities suitable for integration into any school curriculum. Registration for this year's workshop is open through June 26.