Know
Your Watershed
There are many Catskill Region groups offering events and
interpretive programs to foster a better understanding of
the communities, land and people who work and live where water
for New York City originates. Contact the many partner groups
listed in our events or email info@nycwatershed.org
for more information.
Forestry Calendar
August 20, 21, 22, 2010 Trained Logger Certification - NYS Woodsmen's Field Days
Oneida County Fairgrounds, Schuyler Street, Boonville, NY
Cost: n/a
63rd Annual NYS Woodsmen's Field Days. Look for the Forestry Program Booth for TLC information and giveaways.
August 31, 2010 - 5-7 PM Woodland Stroll
Agroforestry Resource Center & Siuslaw Model Forest, 6055 Route 23, Acra, NY
Cost: $5
Join CCE Greene County for a stroll through the Siuslaw Model Forest (SMF) in the early evening. This leisurely walks is designed to introduce you to the SMF and become familiar with all the interesting and important demonstrations there. It will also offer serendipitous opportunities to view nature, which any woodland walk provides. This stroll is weather dependent.
To register, contact CCE Greene County (518) 622-9820 before August 30th.
September 18, 2010 - 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM Managing Deer: A workshop for hunters, landowners and natural resource professionals.
Agroforestry Resource Center & Siuslaw Model Forest, 6055 Route 23, Acra, NY
Cost: $15
Topics include:
Deer and the effect on your woods.
Making your woods attractive to deer.
Quality Deer Management principles.
Wildlife food plots.
Deer harvest and herd data collection.
To register, contact WAC at (607) 865-7790 x 101 to pre-register.
There will be a field component so dress appropriately. Lunch and snacks are provided.
September 18, 2010 - 10 AM - 12 noon Tree Care
Agroforestry Resource Center & Siuslaw Model Forest, 6055 Route 23, Acra, NY
Cost: $10
Many tree problems are the result of improper planting, improper pruning, poor tree selection and reckless maintenance. Knowing how, why and when to plant and prune will prevent many problems from starting in the first place. Once problems occur, treatment options may be limited. Come find out how to improve the health of your landscape by properly planting and maintaining your trees.
To register, contact CCE Greene County (518) 622-9820 before September 16th.
September 25, 2010 - 8:30 AM - 12 noon Small-Scale Woodlot Management and Low Impact Harvesting Workshop
Columbia County, Location TBD
Cost: $10
A large percentage of woodlot owners want or need to be more active in collecting logs or firewood from their property. On many properties, there are too few acres or too few trees to attract a commercial-scale operation. In other cases, the owner just wants to be more closely involved in the selection, felling and moving of the wood. Before woodland owners undertake these tasks, they need special skills to remain safe and to ensure they accomplish their goals. This workshop will help woodland owners learn the basic principles of small scale woodlot harvesting and management.
Participants at this workshop will learn how to inspect equipment and tools, utilize safe practices, understand basic silvicultural principles, and make appropriate tree selection choices for multiple ownership objectives. Also, participants will observe directional felling using a felling plan and observe the use of an ATV and arch for moving sawlogs and firewood. There will also be information on managing beech. The course is designed for novice to intermediate woodland owners and anyone interested in learning about and discussing sustainable woodland practices. Participants should dress for the weather. Hard hats are encouraged, although some will be available.
To register, contact CCE Greene County (518) 622-9820 before September 23th.
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