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Small cluster of light purple wildflowers with green leaves, forest floor background

Flora Fridays - August 16, 2024

This edition of Flora Fridays takes a walk on the wild side through Uwharrie National Forest. This is the hottest time of the year, and it can be difficult to find actively blooming plant species.…

Yellow prickly pear cactus bloom among green pads with spines

Flora Fridays - July 12, 2024

Drought Tolerant Plants Montgomery County and surrounding areas need rain. Some areas have not had precipitation since May. This has led to moderate drought conditions with lasting effects. It has…

White Kousa dogwood bracts covering leafy shrub branches

Flora Fridays - June 14, 2024

June Roadside Flora Kousa dogwood - Cornus kousaWhile a boy scout, one of my favorite sights on campouts were dogwood blooms poking through the understory and forest borders. This native flowering…

Pink coral-like mushroom cluster growing on forest leaf litter

Flora Fridays - May 24, 2024

MushroomsIf you find mushrooms disturbing, here is your warning to not read on! If you find them intriguing like myself, let's dive in. The study of fungi is called Mycology, and this branch of…

Cluster of pale pink blossoms on a branch with green forest background

Flora Fridays - May 10, 2024

Woodland BotanicalsWelcome to spring in the Uwharrie's! Most trees have put on their leaves for the season by this point. I am sure many of our readers have been aware of the spring “pollening”…

Soil Sampling and Soil Health Seminar flyer — April 5, 2024, 9am–12pm, Troy, NC

Soil Sampling and Soil Health Seminar

We are excited to be hosting a free Soil Sampling and Soil Health Seminar on April 5th, 2024 from 9 am -12 pm. The seminar will have several great guest speakers covering topics including how to take…

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Forest Land Owner Info Center

Agency contact information for the following topics can be found at the bottom of this page. I. Burn Bans and Permitting Burn permitting is administered by the N.C. Forest Service. Below are…

Young oak tree with red autumn leaves in grassy yard with barn in background

Flora Fridays - November 7, 2025

Exploring Native Oak Trees in Uwharrie National ForestUwharrie National Forest, located in the heart of North Carolina, is rich in biodiversity. Within this 50,000-acre expanse, you'll find a rich…

Curly kale leaves coated with frost crystals

Frost/Freeze Alert for Montgomery County Oct 31 - Nov 2

The National Weather Service has forecasted upcoming frost and freeze conditions. Develop or review your cold weather protection plan for crops, pets and property now to take action before next…

Instructor holding PPE in front of slide reading "Personal Protective Equipment, Chapter 8."

2023 NC Pesticide Safety Schools

2023 Pesticide Safety Schools are available to those seeking initial licensing in one or more pesticide subcategories. To register for a school, please follow one of the links below. You can either…