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HemlockFest Also Supports Restoration of the American Chestnut

One really cool aspect of HemlockFest is the support the festival provides to restoration efforts for the American chestnut. So, what’s that about? Chestnuts? Until about 80 years ago, American chestnuts were one of the dominant hardwoods in the eastern forest. It’s estimated that 25% of hardwoods were chestnuts, from Maine to Georgia. Chestnuts were …

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Hemlockfest 2022 News

The Lumpkin Coalition is currently meeting and discussing the possibilities for a 2022 Hemlockfest. Stay tuned for important information. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HemlockFest Twitter: https://twitter.com/hemlockfest?lang=en