Forest Management for the Private Woodland Owner

A course entitled “Forest Management for the Private Woodland Owner” will be offered to assist private landowners in becoming more knowledgeable managers of their woodland property.  The course will be held on 8 evenings beginning March 3, 2016, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Parke County Fairgrounds, 1472 N US Hwy 41, Rockville, IN.  There will also be two Saturday morning field trips scheduled on March 12th and April 16th to practice tree identification and observe woodland management practices.

Class topics include tree identification, forest biology and ecology, forest management planning and practices, managing woodland taxation, timber marketing, forest wildlife management, and where to find help with your woodland management questions.  The registration includes a flash drive with an electronic copy of reference materials, class handouts, and a tree measuring stick for $49.