Locate an area with white oak and collect acorns in a box, mesh, paper, or similarly breathable bag.

Look for acorns with separated caps, no cracks, holes, or other visible damage.

On a slip of paper, include your name, phone number, email, collection location, date, and species. Place paper in the bag.

If possible, please use separate bags for separate collection locations.

Ensure that the acorns collected are from white oak (Quercus alba). Consult the collection guide.

Store in cool, not freezing temperature environment (fridge, cellar, basement, garage, etc.).

Drop off at a designated cooler location or ship to the East Tennessee State Nursery within 7 days of collecting.