What an incredible tree the American chestnut was! As The American Chestnut Foundations continues its decades-long work to restore this species, we welcome you to join the cause! Become a member, volunteer with your local chapter, or simply spread the word about this incredible tree. Visit https://support.tacf.org/membership to get started. | The American Chestnut Foundation

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300 total wild-type American chestnut seedlings will be available for purchase on Monday, April 21 at TACF's national office, 50 N. Merrimon Ave., Suite 115, Asheville, NC from 10:00AM-3:00PM. There is a limit of 50 seedlings per person and all sales are first come, first served. All proceeds will benefit the NC/SC Chapter of TACF. Pricing is as follows: 1 for $4 3 for $10 50 for $100 Questions? Email jamie.vanclief@tacf.org, hannah.leeper@tacf.org or peggymacdon@gmail.com | The American Chestnu

Local scientists, volunteers work to restore the American chestnut

Once an icon, the functionally extinct American chestnut tree could be restored

Grafting is one of the tools we use to conserve large, surviving American chestnut germplasm and ensure it isn’t lost. By grafting scion from important trees onto compatible rootstock, we can preserve valuable genetics and share this germplasm across regions. This work allows exceptional trees to live on in multiple locations, supporting research, restoration, and collaboration while safeguarding the diversity of the American chestnut for the future. #AmericanChestnut #RestorationInProgress #Che

This wild American chestnut was found on a mountaintop by TACF staff member Angus. | The American Chestnut Foundation

Looking for a way to introduce the American chestnut tree to kids in a way that they will love? This book is perfect! @ebylundy ⁠ #americanchestnut #chestnut #restoration #conservation #explorepage #childrensbooks #teaching #learning | The American Chestnut Foundation