The American Chestnut
The impressive American chestnut was once one of the most important timber and nut-producing tree species in its range, until it was almost completely wiped out by an aggressive pathogenic disease (blight fungus).
The Canadian Chestnut Council (CCC) is a scientific and charitable organization dedicated to preserving the American chestnut in southern Ontario and someday seeing it restored as a natural component of our woodlots and forests.
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2012 Membership ***** Please remember to renew your 2012 membership by mailing payment to Terry Anderson ***** A Legend in Crisis A Legend in Crisis is a short documentary brought to you by the Canadian Chestnut Council. This short documentary is intended to help spread the word about the history and current status of the American Chestnut in Canada. It will introduce you to the history, biology and blight affecting this species. It also includes an update on research and conservation strategies aimed at its recovery. It was produced in 2009 thanks to the generous support of the Ontario Trillium Foundation. CLICK HERE to view "A Legend in Crisis" on
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