CE’s by the Sea at Island House Hotel, Orange Beach. This program is for registered foresters. Fee: $330 for all sessions. For more information contact Holly Robertson at (601) 477-4206 or holly.robertson@jcjc.edu.
Teacher Conservation Workshop at Standing Stone, 1674 Standing Stone Park Highway. Wildlife, forestry, and environmental education is led by professors, foresters, and industry professionals. The workshop is designed for all educators – both formal and non-formal, and both experienced and inexperienced in the outdoors – with the goal of better equipping them to pass knowledge of our forests on to their students. For more information call the Tennessee Forestry Association at (615) 883-3832.
Use of Drones in Prescribed Fire at the Lee Tartt Nature Preserve. Speaker: Mississippi Forestry Commission. For more information or to RSVP, contact (662) 226-2061 or grenadaforestry@gmail.com.
Landowner Planning Committee Meeting at the Barbour County Extension Office, 525 School Street, Eufaula. For anyone who owns timber, is interested in forestry, or is interested in forestry education. For more information contact Mitzi Clayton at (334) 695-2158 or mkc0093@auburn.edu.
Deer Steward Module: Habitat Enhancement at Buffalo Ridge Refuge WMA, 1135 Cuba Landing Road. This module will focus on a variety of mechanical and chemical treatment methods in forests, fields, and food plots to maximize the habitat quality for deer and other wildlife. Fee: $1,000 Non-NDA members. To register, call 800-209-3337 or email Ben Westfall at ben@deerassociation.com.
Traditional Hunter Education Course at Auburn University College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Environment Building, Room 2217, 602 Duncan Drive, Auburn. No fee. This is a two day class, 4 – 8 PM both days. Bring any food, drinks, or snacks you may need. To register, call Justin Grider at (334) 242-3620. Successfully completing an approved hunter education course is mandatory for all non-supervised Alabama hunting license buyers born on or after August 1, 1977. There are some exceptions. There are other courses being taught at various locations and dates as well as online only courses. If you have additional questions, call the Hunter Education office at 1-800-245-2740.
Teacher Conservation Workshop at the University of Tennessee Arboretum, 901 South Illinois Avenue. Wildlife, forestry, and environmental education is led by professors, foresters, and industry professionals. The workshop is designed for all educators – both formal and non-formal, and both experienced and inexperienced in the outdoors – with the goal of better equipping them to pass knowledge of our forests on to their students. For more information call the Tennessee Forestry Association at (615) 883-3832.
Teachers Conservation Workshop will be held at Auburn University. The workshop will focus on forest ecology, management and products through guest speakers, field trips and hands-on activities. The goal is to demonstrate the importance working forests have to the environment and economy. Teachers pay small fee: $100. Forest owners and forest products companies are urged to sponsor a teacher — cost is about $500. Teachers are needed. Limited number of seats. No repeat attendees from the previous 3 years. For more information contact Whit Carroll at (334) 481-2148 or wcarroll@alaforestry.org.
Is Your Family Business Outgrowing Its Ownership Agreements? is presented by The Family Business Consulting Group (FBCG). Engagement and preparation of current and future family enterprise owners is critical to support the family’s vision and purpose. For more information contact Kristi Daeda at (773) 784-5008 or daeda@thefbcg.com.
Trapping Workshop – Wildlife Enhancement Through Predator Control at the Northeast Etowah Youth Livestock Building, 3733 Old U.S. Highway 411, Gadsden. Predator control and trapping to enhance deer and turkey populations for those interested in habitat and predator management to improve game numbers on their land. Learn through indoor presentations and outdoor demonstrations. Fee: $25. For more information contact Norm Haley at (256) 574-2143 or nvh0001@aces.edu.
Snake ID and Safety at the Choctaw County Extension Office, 218 South Hamburg Street, Butler. Come learn more about identifying snakes and being snake-smart. For more information contact Dylan Taylor at (251) 362-2467 or djt0014@auburn.edu.
Beginner Landowner Workshop at the Enterprise Civic Center, 2401 Neil Metcalf Road, Enterprise. Attend this workshop for a practical introduction to land management. Topics include: marketing and selling timber; managing land for wildlife; working with private consultants; agriculture considerations; property law and estate planning; and more. Fee: $35; lunch included. For more information contact Kerry Steedley at (334) 350-0485 or kes0150@aces.edu.
Invasive Plant Management Workshop at Northeast Alabama Community College, Workforce Development Building, 138 Alabama 35, Rainsville. Learn to identify, prevent and control invasive plants. Also, learn what alternative plant species may be available. Fee: $25. For more information contact Norm Haley at (256) 574-2143 or nvh0001@aces.edu.
Birding & Building: Blue Birds at Whitesmith Memorial Library, 58 North Monterey Street, Mobile. Learn how Eastern blue birds support healthy ecosystems and how you can help them thrive. Build and take home your own blue bird house! For more information contact Andrea Robards at (251) 395-7525 or ajr0163@auburn.edu.
Tennessee Forestry Association Regional Meeting at Catfish Kitchen. Topic: To-be-determined (TBD). Fee: $TBD; meal included. For more information or to RSVP, contact Dana Howard at (615) 883-3832 or dhoward@tnforestry.com.
Carroll County Forestry Association Meeting at McAnerney’s Restaurant. Topic: Timber Theft/Boundary Lines. For more information or to RSVP, call (662) 237-6926.
The Walnut Council Annual Meeting typically features tree farm tours along with an indoor conference of presentations on hardwood management and landowner issues. Fee: $200. For more information contact Liz Jackson at (765) 496-5013 or walnutcouncil@gmail.com.
Invasive Plant Management Workshop at the Blount County Extension Office, 6700 County Road 1, Cleveland. Learn to identify, prevent, and control invasive plants while using non-invasive and native alternatives. Fee: $25. For more information contact Norm Haley at (256) 574-2143 or nvh0001@aces.edu.
Natural Regeneration Techniques in Pine at the Pontotoc Extension Office, 402 C.J. Hardin Jr. Drive. Speaker: Brady Self. For more information or to RSVP, call the Pontotoc Extension at (662) 489-3910.
Alabama Farm & Land Conference in Mobile. The conference will feature an array of ag and forestry topics and tours. Fee: Variable. For more information email Anna Rackliffe at arackliffe@alfafarmers.org.
Special Primary Election for Districts 1, 2, 6, and 7. There will be no runoff.
Land Management Workshop at Bevill State Community College, Wade Math & Science Building, 14th Street East, Jasper. Topics will include: Safety in the Woods; Carbon Program; Prescribed Burning; BMPs; Forest Insect Pests of Alabama; Managing for Wildlife; and more. Advanced registration is required. For more information or to register, call Stacy at (205) 387-1879×3204.
AFOA EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
CAPITAL IDEAS LIVE – A News Conference for Forest Owners.
This 15 minute telephone/Internet conference will feature state & national experts, researchers & authors on breaking issues, current research, can’t-miss educational events, books & publications, timber market update and more. To listen live call AFOA to register at (205) 624-2225.
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AFOA EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
Dinner and Discussion at The Anvil Pub & Grill, 611 Doug Baker Boulevard, Suite 103, Hoover. The Anvil Pub is near Tazikis. No-host dinner at 6 PM followed by a short program. Meet and talk with other forest landowners in a casual setting. Limited seating. To attend, RSVP AFOA at (205) 624-2225 or info@afoa.org.
If Prescribed Fire is Not an Option will be presented via Zoom. Some lands and their managers face constraints in applying prescribed fire, but other tools and techniques are available for timber and habitat management. Join to learn more about these techniques & vegetative response to management beyond fire. For more information contact Norm Haley at (256) 574-2143 or nvh0001@aces.edu.
International Woodworking Fair (IWF) at the Georgia World Congress Center. The IWF is one of the top woodworking trade shows for furniture manufacturing, architectural woodwork, and custom and general woodworking industries. Fee: $50; $25 discount if paid by July 31. For more information contact IWF at (404) 693-8333 or showinfo@iwfatlanta.com.
Traditional Hunter Education Course at Revive Outdoors Ministry, 6370 South Chalkville Road, Unit 201, Trussville. No fee. This is a one day class. Lunch at 12 Noon. Bring any drinks/snacks you may need. To register, call Hans Keasler at (205) 746-2119. Successfully completing an approved hunter education course is mandatory for all non-supervised Alabama hunting license buyers born on or after August 1, 1977. There are some exceptions. There are other courses being taught at various locations and dates as well as online only courses. If you have additional questions, call the Hunter Education office at 1-800-245-2740.
Chainsaw Safety Course at Sheriff Building, 17256 Jordan Street, Chatom. This 2-day course will include information on personal protection equipment, the proper way to operate a chainsaw, and will also include hands on demonstrations. For more information contact Jessica Baldwin at (334) 752-1194 or jmb0276@auburn.edu.
Florida Forestry Association (FFA) Annual Meeting & Trade Show at the Omni Amelia Island Resort. Fee: $TBD. For more information contact FFA at (850) 222-5646 or krista@flforestry.org.
Tennessee Forestry Association Annual Convention at the Sheraton Music City. Fee: $TBD. For more information contact Dana Howard at (615) 883-3832 or dhoward@tnforestry.com.
ForestHer Workshop: Legacy of the Longleaf at the Fort Mitchell Historic Site in Fort Mitchell. A day of connection, learning, and hands-on experience focused on the longleaf pine ecosystem. The day concludes with an optional (additional fee) guided pine needle basketmaking class, celebrating tradition and craft. Fee: $10; lunch included. For more information contact Ashley Smith at (334) 481-2137 or asmith@alaforestry.org.
Wild Game Cook-Off at Rival Feed Seed Outdoors, 613 Fairgrounds Road, Muscle Shoals. Attend the cook-off and enjoy live music, door prizes, youth activities, and sample wild game recipes. Fee: $50 for up to 2 adults. Youth 15 and under free. For more information call the Alabama Wildlife Federation at (800) 822-9453.
Traditional Hunter Education Course at the Community Center, 635 Armory Road, Centre. No fee. This is a one day class. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. T-shirt and hunter orange cap provided to each participant. To register, call Katie Burks at (205) 928-0432. Successfully completing an approved hunter education course is mandatory for all non-supervised Alabama hunting license buyers born on or after August 1, 1977. There are some exceptions. There are other courses being taught at various locations and dates as well as online only courses. If you have additional questions, call the Hunter Education office at 1-800-245-2740.
Alabama Forestry Association Annual Meeting at the Perdido Beach Resort in Orange Beach. Fee: $550; $55 discount if paid by August 8. For more information contact Liz Chambers at (334) 481-2135 or lchambers@alaforestry.org.
Wild Game Cook-Off at the Birmingham Zoo, 2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham. Attend the cook-off and enjoy live music, door prizes, youth activities, and sample wild game recipes. Fee: $50 for up to 2 adults. Youth 15 and under free. For more information call the Alabama Wildlife Federation at (800) 822-9453.
Small Scale Forestry Expo at Bland County Fairgrounds, 13 Fair Grounds Street. The expo will feature tools and services you need to manage your woodlot, including modern attachments, safety gear, and expert consulting. See the latest compact equipment from mini excavators to portable sawmills. For more information call (800) 218-5586.
Southern Christmas Tree Association Annual Meeting will feature a Christmas tree farm tour at Lazy Acres Agritainment. A host hotel venue has not been determined. For more information contact Michael Buchart at (225) 505-6335 or sctaes@gmail.com.
Invasive Grasses of the Southeast will be presented via Zoom. In this webinar, Chris Evans will discuss the biology, impact, and management of some commonly found invasive grass species including cogongrass, Johnsongrass, Japanese stiltgrass, and miscanthus. Learn more about the impact these grasses have on forested landscapes and what can be done to manage them. If you need assistance connecting to the webinar email contact@sref.info.
Timber Market Analysis will be presented via Zoom Webinar. This class walks through the process to understand, track, and analyze the price, demand, supply, and competitive dynamics of local timber markets and wood baskets. Instructors: Dr. Brooks Mendell, Amanda Lang, and Shawn Baker. Fee: $650; $100 discount if paid by September 16. For more information contact Heather Clark at (770) 725-8447 or hsclark@forisk.com.
Forest Products Machinery & Equipment Exposition – The EXPO showcases the latest products and services for the wood products industry. Attendee registration will open soon. Fee: $TBD. For more information contact Eric Gee at (504) 443-4464×3 or egee@sfpa.org.