Project: Information Board @ entrance

I. REQUIRED LEGAL & SAFETY INFORMATION

NC Agritourism Warning

WARNING

Under North Carolina law, G.S. § 99E-32, there is no liability for an injury to or death of a participant in an agritourism activity conducted at this agritourism location if such injury or death results from the inherent risks of the agritourism activity. Inherent risks of agritourism activities include, among others, risks of injury inherent to land, equipment, and animals, as well as the potential for you to act in a negligent manner that may contribute to your injury or death. You are assuming the risk of participating in this agritourism activity.

In a medical emergency, call 911.

Primary Muster Point & Safety 

In the event of an emergency, please return immediately to this Information Hub.

Emergency Protocols:

• Contact the Superintendent/Manager or Authorized Agent immediately in the event of an accident.

• Entry onto this property implies full agreement to the Liability Waiver (Form 3.A) posted below. 

• Form 3A. 

II. MISSION & MANAGEMENT SIGNS

Stewardship in Motion

The Dunbar Forest Conservancy is committed to protecting the ecological and historical integrity of this forest. Our work preserves the natural landscape while honoring the legacy of past land uses.

Please help us maintain this balance:

• Wildlife Protection: This forest is a vital habitat for native amphibians and reptiles. Please observe them from a distance.

• Historical Mining Activity: Be aware of historical pits and mines on the property; these are depressions about 3–6 feet deep and 6–10 feet in diameter, with a nearby mound.

• Artifact Preservation: As we collect Taylor Homestead artifacts, please leave any found items in place so they can be properly documented.

• Riparian Care: Help us protect our waterways by packing out all trash and maintaining the riparian corridor.

III. HISTORICAL INTERPRETATION

The Dunbar Forest Conservancy (DFC) honors the varied history of this land, from the era of the Taylor Homestead to the earlier efforts of families to utilize its mineral resources.

Preserving the Legacy:

• The Taylor Homestead: We are actively collecting and archiving artifacts to preserve the story of the homestead for the community.

• Historical Prospecting: You may encounter evidence of past efforts to locate ore on the property—depressions approximately 3–6 feet deep and 6–10 feet in diameter—dating back to the early 1800s.

• Respect the Sites: To ensure the preservation of these historical features and for your own safety, please observe these sites from the path and do not climb in or on them.

• Artifact Integrity: As we document the history of the Taylor Homestead, please leave all found items in place to preserve their historical context.

IV. HANDOUT SECTION HEADERS

Handout 1: Flora & Fauna

Discover the diverse ecosystem of Dunbar Forest and our ongoing environmental conservation efforts.

Handout 2: History

The Taylor Family History: From agricultural roots to the prospecting pits of the Mineral Era.

Handout 3: Mission & Projects

Learn about Active Stewardship, riparian corridor restoration, research, and our vision for public education.