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Pocosin wetland community: In A blackwater river from sea to source: The White Oak River transect, page 19; Figure 17 is a view of a pocosin wetland community like those that comprise the source of the White Oak in Hoffman State Forest about thirty miles inland of Bogue Inlet. Pocosin is a Native American word reputed to mean “swamp on a hill.”...; By Dirk Frankenberg.

Turnbull Creek Educational Forest: This is the only North Carolina Educational State Forest located in the coastal plain region of the state. Intended for use by both organized groups and the general public, Educational Forest Rangers are on staff to present programs to any requesting group.; Format: article/field trip opportunity

Singletary Lake State Park: The Singletary Lake program introduces students to the unique geology of Carolina bays.; Format: article/field trip opportunity

Clemmons Educational State Forest: Take students to a ranger conducted program and learn about the plants and animals that can be found in this state educational forest.; Format: article/field trip opportunity

Mountain Island Educational State Forest: This State Forest concentrates its programs on best forestry management practices and water quality. Located on Mountain Island Lake, the Forest offers educational opportunities to classroom students.; Format: article/field trip opportunity

Jordan Lake Educational State Forest: Students will learn about the ecosystems which make up a forest and the animals that inhabit it.; Format: article/field trip opportunity

Tuttle Education State Forest: This state forest has been developed for use as a living outdoor classroom for students and adults to learn about the interdependent ecosystems of the forest.; Format: article/field trip opportunity

Jones Lake State Park: A visit to Jones Lake Park not only teaches students about the habitats and animals that can be found there, but the phenomenon of the Carolina Bays is also explored.; Format: article/field trip opportunity

Rendezvous Mountain Educational State Forest: North Carolina's system of Educational State Forests has been developed to "teach children and adults about the complex, interdependent ecosystems which make up a forest and which can be managed for a multitude of uses."; Format: article/field trip opportunity

Focus on Planet Earth: LEARN NC has developed a resource guide of interactive websites, integrated lesson plans, idea-generating articles, and inspiring field trips to help you incorporate environmental themes in your classroom, school, and community.; Format: bibliography/help

A "talking tree" in Holmes Educational Forest: This is a "talking tree" in Holmes Educational Forest. Holmes is one of six Educational State Forests (ESFs) throughout North Carolina. The "talking tree" trails guide students and other visitors throughout the forest with information on flora and fauna, as...; Format: image/photograph

A talking tree in Clemmons Educational State Forest: This is a "talking tree" in Clemmons Educational State Forest in Johnston County, North Carolina.; Format: image/photograph

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