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SUMMARY:Open Canopy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Open Canopy Workshop: Exploring the Ecology\, Management\, and Public Understanding of Eastern Woodland Ecosystems \nRegister \nWednesday\, September 3\, 2025 at Noon – Friday\, September 5\, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. ET \nFounders Union Building\, University of Louisville\, 450 N Whittington Pkwy\, Louisville\, KY 40222 \nHosted by the American Bird Conservancy\, the Open Canopy Workshop will highlight the historical extent\, ecological value\, and decline of open canopy forest systems in the Midwestern and eastern United States and elevate the urgent need for woodland ecosystem restoration and management to the forefront of the conservation community.  Emphasis will be placed on the structural diversity and biodiversity of open canopy systems\, and tools will be provided to help practitioners better communicate to diverse public and private audiences the value of these systems and the need to actively manage them. Case studies of successful restoration efforts will be presented to help inspire landscape-level solutions.
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/open-canopy-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Southeast
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250921
DTSTAMP:20260404T024932
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SUMMARY:Northeastern Old Growth Conference
DESCRIPTION:Wildlands and Old-Growth Forests: A Vision for the Future\nRegister \nSeptember 17 – 20\, 2025 \nIn-person and Virtual \nMiddlebury College Bread Loaf Campus \nRipton\, Vermont \nFull event website \nWelcome to the Northeastern Old Growth Conference! We are looking forward to joining together with all who love old-growth forests and want to learn about their value\, their ecology\, and their conservation. We look forward to seeing you in person at Middlebury’s beautiful Bread Loaf Campus in Ripton\, Vermont\, or online\, where talks will be livestreamed and recorded for viewing after the conference. \nThe Northeastern Old Growth Conference brings together researchers\, conservationists\, planners\, policy makers\, health professionals\, and lovers of wild nature to share their knowledge and perspectives on old-growth ecosystems. \nThis year’s conference\, Wildlands and Old-Growth Forests: A Vision for the Future\, reflects the urgency of protecting wildlands and old-growth ecosystems for their critical contributions to biodiversity\, climate resilience\, and human well-being.
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/northeastern-old-growth-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T024932
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SUMMARY:West Virginia WOW event
DESCRIPTION:To register\, phone the WV DOF Beckley office at 304-256-6775 and leave a message. \nSeptember 19\, 2025\n11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. ET \nPendleton County\, near Ft. Seybert \nEvent flyer \nJoin a property tour and discussion about how this WOW host put her property under conservation easement with West Virginia Land Trust\, implemented a project to protect the riverbank and water quality\, developed golden winged warbler habitat\, and tested methods for starting wildflower meadows.
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/west-virginia-wow-event/
CATEGORIES:Field event,Southeast,WOW
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250926
DTSTAMP:20260404T024932
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SUMMARY:Northeast Silviculture Institute Training Session 1
DESCRIPTION:The University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension has openings for the upcoming Northeast Silviculture Institute modules: \nRegister  \nNorthern Hardwoods (Sept. 24–25 in Bartlett\, NH) \nTime: All day event \nThe Northeast Silviculture Institute for Foresters is offering two in-person training sessions this fall.  Designed for practicing foresters\, the Institute provides the latest silvicultural knowledge to support effective forest management across the Northeast. Each session is limited to 50 participants\, ensuring a diverse and engaged cohort of professionals. Registration is $150 and includes boxed lunches for both days. Interested foresters are encouraged to apply early\, as selection is based on application responses. \nIf you are interested in attending one or all of the sessions\, please follow this link to apply.  \nPlease e-mail Steven Roberge with any questions: steven.roberge@unh.edu.
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/northeast-silviculture-institute-training-session/
CATEGORIES:Northeast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T024932
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SUMMARY:Forestry for the Birds: Columbia Stock Ranch Tour
DESCRIPTION:Registration is full…sign up for the waitlist \nFriday\, September 26\, 2025\n8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. PT \nColumbia Stock Ranch\, 68251 Columbia River Hwy\, Rainier\, OR \nThis event will bring together landowners\, land managers\, and bird enthusiasts to explore practical ways to enhance bird habitat in Oregon’s forests and working lands. No prior experience in birding or forestry is needed. Bring your curiosity\, a willingness to share\, and binoculars if you have them. Coffee and snacks will be provided for early arrivals.  \nFacilitators:  \n\nAustin Tomlinson\, Coast Region Manager\, Columbia Land Trust \n\n\nCindy McCormack\, Sandhill Crane Monitoring Scientist\, Columbia Land Trust \n\n\nJake Barker\, Forestry & Natural Resources Extension Forester\, OSU Extension Services\n\n\nChanda Littlefield\, PNW Region Coordinator\, Forest Stewards Guild \n\nThis workshop is designed for a range of participants\, including landowners\, HOA and community managers\, park stewards\, foresters\, and natural resource professionals.  \nKey topics will include:  \n\nIdentifying and assessing bird habitat in various forest types\, including ash and wetland. \n\n\nUnderstanding focal bird species and habitat needs \n\n\nRecognizing key trees\, plants\, and structural diversity that support birds \n\n\nApplying bird-friendly forestry practices on a variety of landscapes \n\nAgenda:  \n8:30 – Early birds get coffee & pastries  \n9:00 – Welcome & Introductions  \n9:15 – Forestry for the Birds Overview  \n9:30 – Forest tour applying the Guide   \n12:30 – End Workshop  \nNOTE: Policy on event cancellations –   \n\nIf a registrant cancels their own registration ahead of the event and wants a refund for registration fees\, we will issue a refund for the event’s registration/lodging amount only (less any credit card fees the registrant covered in their initial payment). \n\n\nIf the Guild cancels an event\, we will refund registrants the full amount they paid\, including any credit card fees they covered with their original registration. 
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/forestry-for-the-birds-columbia-stock-ranch-tour/
CATEGORIES:Forestry for the Birds,Pacific Northwest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T153000
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SUMMARY:8th Annual Chainsaw Safety Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Register \nSeptember 27 at 9:00 a.m. ET to September 28 at 3:30 p.m. ET \nEvent Flyer \n\nLocation: Williamsburg Forest\, Williamsburg\, ME \nRegistration Fee: Required \nLimited Space: Only 6 spots available! \n\nThe Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District (PCSWCD) is thrilled to offer our 8th Annual special Chainsaw Safety Workshop offering! This two-day workshop will take place on September 27th and 28th at Williamsburg Forest in Williamsburg\, ME.   \nParticipants will engage in hands-on instruction and demonstrations from expert presenters Sam Heffner\, a Maine Forest Ranger\, and Jack Houtz\, a Forest Technician from the University of Maine. Topics include:  \n\nChainsaw safety equipment & features\nMaintenance & sharpening techniques\nPractical applications\nTree felling techniques & more!\n\nSpaces are limited to just 6 participants\, so don’t miss your chance to secure your spot in this unique workshop! A registration fee is required. To register\, please click the sign-up link\, call the PCSWCD team at 207-564-2321 ext. 3\, or email info@piscataquisswcd.org.  \n \n 
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/8th-annual-chainsaw-safety-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Field event,Northeast,WOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T170000
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SUMMARY:NCFPW 2025: Application of Digital Technology for Forest Health
DESCRIPTION:Register  \nSave the date! \nSeptember 29 – October 2\, 2025\nWright Forestry Center on the Martell Forest\nWest Lafayette\, Indiana \nFull event details \nPlease see the meeting website for more information\, including hotel reservations\, and to stay updated on upcoming details regarding registration and a draft agenda. \nMeeting Coordinators: Phil Marshall (Indiana Department of Natural Resources)\, Matt Ginzel (Hardwood Tree Improvement & Regeneration Center\, Purdue University) and Songlin Fei (Purdue Institute for Digital Forestry). \nIf you have any questions about the workshop\, please contact Phil Marshall – pmarshall@dnr.in.gov 
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/ncfpw-2025-application-of-digital-technology-for-forest-health/
CATEGORIES:Lake States,Northeast
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTSTAMP:20260404T024932
CREATED:20250915T194257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T155538Z
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SUMMARY:Wildland Urban Fire Summit (WUFs)
DESCRIPTION:Register  \nSeptember 30\, 2025 – October 2\, 2025 \nStudent Community Center\, Los Lunas\, New Mexico \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWildfire Futures: Building Community\, Connections & Empowerment: Join us this year in Valencia County for the Wildland Urban Fire Summit! WUFS is New Mexico’s leading event for wildfire preparedness and planning. Join your peers\, community leaders\, fire service professionals\, and federal\, state\, tribal\, and local governments for this in-person event. Community members will share regional history and discuss living in and adapting to the Wildland Urban Interface. Learn the latest techniques\, strategies\, and resources for wildfire preparedness\, mitigation\, and recovery. Expand your network of peers and experts to assist you in your fire/disaster resiliency goals. This event is open to the public\, and we encourage everyone to attend. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee full agenda
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/wildland-urban-fire-summit-wufs/
CATEGORIES:Southwest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T133000
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SUMMARY:Forest Management Tools for Songbird Conservation - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Register for this webinar \nTuesday\, September 30\, 2025\n12:00 – 1:30 p.m. ET \nJoin the Forest Stewards Guild and partners for an in-depth look at practical tools and strategies for managing forests to support healthy songbird populations. This 90-minute session will introduce concepts like connectivity and occupancy mapping\, demonstrate how these approaches can guide on-the-ground decisions\, and highlight conservation programs that align with bird-friendly forestry goals. Presenters will cover operational logistics\, from identifying sites and developing harvest plans to large-scale management planning and share real-world examples of successful projects. Participants will also explore hands-on management tools\, including connectivity and occupancy mapping resources\, a NRCS approved forest management plan template\, and bird friendly silviculture guide. \nThis event has been approved for 1 Category 1 continuing education credit by SAF. \nAgenda \n12:00  – 12:10: Welcome\, introductions\, & housekeeping \n12:10 – 12:20: Wildlands Network – What is connectivity? What is occupancy mapping? \n12:20 – 12:35: AMJV – Using occupancy mapping and connectivity as a management tool + working with local foresters \n12:35 – 12:50: NRCS – Available conservation programs\, bird ecology\, model program project example \n12:50 – 1:15: Aurora – Operational logistics (site ID\, harvest plan\, selling timber)\, largescale management planning \n1:15 – 1:25: Breakouts – Tools for Management: \n\nConnectivity mapping and bird occupancy\nManagement Plan Template\nSilviculture Guide\n\n1:25 – 1:30: Closing remarks
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/forest-management-tools-for-songbird-conservation-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Forestry for the Birds,Northeast,Southeast,Webinar
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