Earl the Squirrel likes to live in the fattest part of the tree, see if you can spot him in his cozy den! Burls like this one can be caused by insects, fungus or a tree virus. They are prized by wildlife for shelter, and by woodworkers for the interesting grain patterns and durability of the wood.
USFS rules state that geocaching is not permitted within Bent Creek Experimental Forest. Under a special use permit geocaches are permitted at The North Carolina Arboretum when placed and maintained by Arboretum staff only. Please refrain from adding additional caches.
The North Carolina Arboretum was established in 1986, and features a 434-acre public garden with over 10 miles of hiking and biking trails. For more information on fees and policies, visit our website at www.ncarboretum.org