Old Mountain Land Management

05/14/2026

04/21/2026

04/19/2026

So many people have missed out on these great programs. Don’t miss out on this one, if you think this pertains to you and your land then don’t wait. Reach out to your NCFS Ranger speak with one of their awesome team members.

The Timber Loss Relief Program (TLRP), a Hurricane Helene recovery assistance program that is part of a $221 million USDA block grant awarded to the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, will begin accepting applications April 20.

Read news release: https://www.ncagr.gov/news/press-releases/2026/04/16/fourth-category-usda-block-grant-assist-landowners-timber-losses-hurricane-helene-will-begin

03/28/2026

Effective Saturday, March 28 at 8 a.m., the National Weather Service has issued a ** 🚩🚩RED FLAG WARNING🚩🚩** for some North Carolina counties. For counties that aren’t under a red flag, fire danger is still critical. Review weather alerts for North Carolina at weather.gov.

A red flag warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity and warm temperatures will create dangerous fire behavior.

While open burning is permitted during a red flag, it is NOT advised. Please postpone ALL outdoor burning. If there was ever a time to show you can follow instructions the first time they are given, it’s now.

Careless debris burning is the leading cause of wildfires in North Carolina, and you are our best defense against wildfire. For wildfire readiness and prevention tips: preventwildfirenc.org

03/17/2026

City trees do a lot more than look good—they help cool our neighborhoods, clean the air and water, manage stormwater and store carbon. But growing in urban environments isn’t easy. Compacted, low-quality soil makes it tough for trees to thrive long-term.

That’s where biochar comes in. This carbon-rich material is gaining traction as a powerful way to improve soil conditions and support healthier, more resilient trees. Learn how it works and how it can be used in real-world tree care - https://hubs.li/Q047cYf50

03/10/2026

In case you missed it: The N.C. Forest Service is reminding the public to use common sense and best practices heading into spring wildfire season! 🔥

Escaped yard debris burns, largely due to carelessness, continue to be the leading cause of wildfires across the state, accounting for nearly half of all wildfires in North Carolina. In general, human activity is responsible for 99% of wildfires, and spring weather tends to draw people outdoors to work in their yards with many choosing to burn as a method to dispose of leaves, limbs and other yard debris. Learn more below!

More info: https://www.ncagr.gov/news/press-releases/2026/02/23/nc-forest-service-calls-public-use-best-practices-and-common-sense-ahead-spring-wildfire-season

03/07/2026

Join others who care about the same woods you do.

10/25/2025

10/25/2025

Let outdoor burning wait and use extreme caution when handling potential ignition sources such as machinery and farm equipment. Wind gusts, low relative humidity and dry vegetative fuels will increase the likelihood that fires grow and spread rapidly.

Spread prevention, not wildfire.

Before burning, contact your local N.C. Forest Service county ranger’s office for guidance. Contacts: https://bit.ly/3lpoWR0

Learn more about safe outdoor burning and wildfire prevention: preventwildfirenc.org.

10/25/2025

Wildfire risk is on the rise this fall, especially in western NC, where debris from Hurricane Helene has built up. Every homeowner can fire-scape their home to lower their risk.

This publication will teach you how to create and maintain a fire-resistant landscape and reduce your risk of damage from a while achieving other landscape objectives.

https://content.ces.ncsu.edu/fire-resistant-landscaping-in-north-carolina