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SUMMARY:Maine Forest Climate Change Webinar & Field Tour Series: Brown Ash
DESCRIPTION:Full series website \nMarch 1 webinar\n12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time\nRegister for the webinar series to participate in this webinar \nMarch 3 field tour\n8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time\nLocation to be determined.\nRegister for this field tour \nTopics in this pair of dates in the series: Species preservation goals in the face of EAB and climate change. More details soon. \nFull Series Details:\nScience and Practice: Addressing Forest Climate Change in Maine\nAn Interactive Webinar Series for Stakeholders and the Interested Public \nKicking off year 3 of our forest climate change in Maine webinar/field tour series! Our panelists will address an array of concerns related to Maine’s forests: scope and scale of climate issues; active management strategies; wildlife/biohabitat concerns; unique adaptation strategies at each site. The series continues with 1 hour noontime webinars\, each followed by a half day field tour. Register for as many or as few as you wish\, all from the same registration landing page linked above.
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/maine-forest-climate-change-webinar-field-tour-series-brown-ash/
CATEGORIES:Northeast,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T160000
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SUMMARY:Hemlock treatment demonstration
DESCRIPTION:To register please contact Thom Green at info@savehemlocksnc.org or 828-252-4783 \nMarch 9\, 2023 (backup date in case of inclement weather is March 16. Please save both dates).\n1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Eastern time \nNC Arboretum\, Asheville\, NC \nNC Pesticide Credits and ISA CEUs are available. \nThe Hemlock Restoration Initiative will host a demonstration of chemical treatment methods to control the invasive hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA) for tree care\, horticulture\, and other professionals. \nParticipants will practice assessing hemlock health to determine the best treatment options\, and HRI staff will demonstrate systemic chemical treatment methods for HWA. We will use the trees on-site to demonstrate and explain a variety of methods available to professionals and landowners in North Carolina. We will also discuss environmental considerations when using systemic insecticides on hemlocks and other practical tips.
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/hemlock-treatment-demonstration/
CATEGORIES:Field event,Southeast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193658
CREATED:20230206T172247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T173543Z
UID:7767-1678780800-1678809600@foreststewardsguild.org
SUMMARY:Increasing Participation in the USDA Conservation Reserve Program in N.C.
DESCRIPTION:Register (by March 3 at 6:00 p.m. Eastern time) \nMarch 14\, 2023\n8:00 – 4:00 p.m. Eastern time \nLocation: The Maxwell Center\, 3114 Wayne Memorial Drive\, Goldsboro\, North Carolina\, 27534 \nEvent agenda for download \nEvent flyer\, showing both workshop date options \nThis free workshop is organized by Roanoke Electric Cooperative’s Sustainable Forestry and Land Retention Project and the University of Georgia’s Warnell School of Forestry & Natural Resources. The purpose is to increase awareness of and participation in the Conservation Reserve Program. The program’s long-term goal is to re-establish valuable land cover to help improve water quality\, prevent soil erosion and reduce loss of wildlife habitat. In exchange for a yearly rental payment\, farmers enrolled in the program agree to remove environmentally sensitive land from agricultural production and plant species that will improve environmental health and quality. Learn more about the program here \nThe first 40 landowners registered for this workshop will receive a $25 gift card. You must be present at the workshop to receive the gift card; only one gift card is available per household. \nCRP is a private-lands conservation program run by USDA’s Farm Service Agency. This workshop aims to help underserved landowners in N.C.
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/increasing-participation-in-the-usda-conservation-reserve-program-in-n-c/
CATEGORIES:Southeast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T143000
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SUMMARY:Invasive Plant Certification Program classes for 2022
DESCRIPTION:Register today for one or more sessions in the series below \nVia zoom online: \nMar 16\, 2023 – State Regulations Pertaining to Invasive Plant Management (A2)\n8:45 AM – 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time \nMar 23\, 2023 – Principles and Fundamentals of Weed Science (A1)\n9:00 AM – 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time \nApr 6\, 2023 – The Invasive Plant Issue and Invasive Plant Identification (A3)\n9:00 AM – 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time \nApr 13\, 2023 – Developing an Invasive Plant Management Program (B)\n9:00 AM – 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time \nFull series details \nCredits are approved as follows:  \nPesticide: Contact hours for categories 35\, 36\, 37\, 40\, 48 and Applicators License available. Valid for all New England states for equivalent categories. \n\n3/16/23 (A2) – 2 pesticide contact hours\n3/23/23 (A1) – 4 pesticide contact hours\n4/6/23 (A3) – 3 pesticide contact hours\n4/13/23 (B) – 4 pesticide contact hours\n\nAssociation: 2 MCLP\, 2 MCA\, and 1 MCH credits for EACH class. ISA credits requested. \nSeries Summary:  \nThere is a growing interest in invasive plants and their management. While turf and landscape professionals might be very proficient in the development of a weed management program for turf and/or landscape\, invasive plant management often reveals many new and unique challenges. This 4-part program is intended to help participants meet these challenges when attempting to develop an invasive plant management program as part of their business. \nParticipants may receive a certificate in INVASIVE PLANT MANAGEMENT upon the successful completion of all four webinars and and obtaining a passing grade for each. \nNOTE: 2023 will be the final year we offer this certificate program.\nThose who have taken some of the classes in this series in the past and still wish to earn the certificate of completion are advised to finish up any remaining classes in 2023. \nParticipants not interested in a certificate may also attend these webinars without taking the quizzes. While individuals from anywhere are welcome to join us\, this training will have a geographic focus on Massachusetts and New England.
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/invasive-plant-certification-program-classes-for-2022/
CATEGORIES:Intermountain West,Lake States,Northeast,Online Course,Pacific Northwest,Southeast,Southwest,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20230321T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20230321T130000
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UID:7857-1679400000-1679403600@foreststewardsguild.org
SUMMARY:Strategies to reduce wildfire smoke in frequently impacted communities in south-western Oregon
DESCRIPTION:Register for this webinar \nMarch 21\, 2023\n12:00 p.m. Pacific Time/1:00 MT/2:00 CT/ 3:00 ET \nPresenter: Rick Graw\, USDA Forest Service \nSmoke from wildfires is a well-recognized public health and safety issue. While there have been extensive efforts to help communities be “smoke ready”\, most people would still prefer not to live with weeks of unhealthy air quality during the summer and fall. This webinar will address what could be done to reduce the amount of smoke experienced by frequently impacted communities during wildfire season. By knowing the frequent pathways that air moves into these communities during wildfire season\, we gain some insights as to where fuel treatments can have a greater probability of reducing smoke from subsequent wildfires. Rather than using wind roses\, meteorological modeling and GIS processing techniques provide raster images of these pathways for each community. A case study illustrates that these strategic fuel treatments can reduce smoke by 40 percent from subsequent wildfires. \nThe webinar will also cover how raster images and fuel reduction strategies can be integrated into planning and implementation strategies including regional wildfire crisis strategies\, forest restoration plans\, and community wildfire protection plans. Additionally\, the frequent air pathways can be used during wildfire season for decision support to reduce smoke impacts to the public.
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/strategies-to-reduce-wildfire-smoke-in-frequently-impacted-communities-in-south-western-oregon/
CATEGORIES:Intermountain West,Lake States,Northeast,Pacific Northwest,Southeast,Southwest,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T123000
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CREATED:20221207T213420Z
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UID:7520-1679733000-1682425800@foreststewardsguild.org
SUMMARY:Forestry 101 comprehensive short course
DESCRIPTION:Register ($180) \nSaturdays: March 25\, April 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\n8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Eastern Time \nIndoor portions at: Craig Brook National Fish Hatchery in Orland\, Maine\nOutdoor portions at: Blue Hill Heritage Trust and Great Pond Mountain Conservancy land in Orland\, Ellsworth and the Blue Hill Peninsula. \nEvent flyer for download \nSummary: \nThis detailed course will cover the principles\, techniques and practices used to manage forests in eastern Maine and will be taught by three experienced foresters. \nHosts: Blue Hill Heritage Trust\, Great Pond Mountain Conservancy and Maine Woodlot Owners Downeast Chapter. \nFor more information contact BHHT at (207) 374-5118.
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/forestry-101-comprehensive-short-course/
CATEGORIES:Field event,Northeast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230329T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230329T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193658
CREATED:20230315T194815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T194926Z
UID:7984-1680084000-1680087600@foreststewardsguild.org
SUMMARY:Fire in the Western U.S. - LANDFIRE office hour
DESCRIPTION:Register \nMarch 29\, 2023\n10:00 – 11:00 am (PT) \nSee the story map \nJoin this office hour and learn about the diverse inputs and outcomes from six large fires spanning five JFSP Regional Fire Science Exchanges. \nGuests: JFSP & TNC LANDFIRE \nAgenda: \nFirst 20-25 min: TNC LANDFIRE intros\, JFSP reps highlight key takeaways leading up to\, and resulting from their region’s featured fire(s). \nRest of the hour: Office Hour will open up for your questions. I look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/fire-in-the-western-u-s-big-fires-big-challenges-big-need-for-regional-learning-and-action/
CATEGORIES:Pacific Northwest,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230331T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230331T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193658
CREATED:20230206T172856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T173716Z
UID:7775-1680249600-1680278400@foreststewardsguild.org
SUMMARY:Increasing Participation in the USDA Conservation Reserve Program in N.C.
DESCRIPTION:Register (by March 21 at 6:00 p.m. Eastern time) \nMarch 31\, 2023\n8:00 – 4:00 p.m. Eastern time \nLocation: Halifax Community College\, 100 College Drive\, 400 Building\, Weldon\, NC 27890 \nEvent agenda for download \nEvent flyer\, showing both workshop date options \nThis free workshop is organized by Roanoke Electric Cooperative’s Sustainable Forestry and Land Retention Project and the University of Georgia’s Warnell School of Forestry & Natural Resources. The purpose is to increase awareness of and participation in the Conservation Reserve Program. The program’s long-term goal is to re-establish valuable land cover to help improve water quality\, prevent soil erosion and reduce loss of wildlife habitat. In exchange for a yearly rental payment\, farmers enrolled in the program agree to remove environmentally sensitive land from agricultural production and plant species that will improve environmental health and quality. Learn more about the program here \nThe first 40 landowners registered for this workshop will receive a $25 gift card. You must be present at the workshop to receive the gift card; only one gift card is available per household. \nCRP is a private-lands conservation program run by USDA’s Farm Service Agency. This workshop aims to help underserved landowners in N.C.
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/increasing-participation-in-the-usda-conservation-reserve-program-in-n-c-2/
CATEGORIES:Southeast
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