2024 Calendar of Past Events
last update: 11/04/2024
Biographical Information About Speakers/Instructors: A-C, D-I, J-Q, R-Z
> January 2024
January 1...Shelby
County 5:15 - 8:15 AM.
First Day Hike
at Oak Mountain State Park
at the North Trailhead for a pre-sunrise hike to King's
Chair. Use Front Gate Entrance Only. This is considered
an advanced hike for some. Not stroller friendly. Wear good shoes/boots, bring water,
bring snacks, and bring a flashlight as it will be dark.
The hike will begin at 5:30 so arrive early. For more
information call Oak Mountain State Park at (205) 620-2520.
January 1...Baldwin
County 9 AM.
First Day Hike
at Gulf State Park, 20115 State Park Road, Gulf Shores.
Meet at the end of Lake Shelby parking lot. The park
naturalist will lead this fun and silly 2.3 mile hike.
Hot chocolate available prior to the hike.
January 1...DeKalb/Jackson/Marshall
County 9 - 11 AM.
First Day Hike
at Buck's Pocket State Park will meet at the Camp
Store, 393 County Road 174, Grove Oak. Join park staff
for this 2 mile out & back hike. This hike is considered
moderate to hard due to elevation change. Weather dependent. Bring water,
snacks/lunch, and sturdy walking shoes/boots. Fee: $5;
for parking. If weather is questionable call the park
office at (256) 622-8400.
January 1...DeKalb
County 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM.
First Day Hike
at DeSoto State Park will meet at the Country
Store & Information Center, County Road 89, Fort Payne.
This 7 mile hike is considered moderate. Weather dependent. Bring water,
snacks/lunch, and sturdy walking shoes/boots. If weather
is questionable call the park lodge at (256) 845-5380.
January 1...Marshall
County 10 AM - 12 Noon.
First Day Hike at Lake Guntersville State Park,
1157 Lodge Drive, Guntersville. Meet in the lodge lobby.
This 3 mile hike is considered moderate
difficulty so wear good shoes/boots and bring water. For
more information call (256) 571-5444.
January 1...Lee
County 2 - 3 PM.
First Day Hike
at Chewacla State Park. This is a hike to the waterfall.
It is for all ages and will include a scavenger hunt.
Meet at the nature center located at the second parking
loop in the park. Fee: $2-4 depending on age. The fee is
for entrance to the park.
January 3...Crestview,
Florida 10 AM - 3 PM CT.
Wild Things (Wild Birds, Wild Flowers, & Wild Plants)
will meet at Okaloosa County Extension, 3098 Airport
Road. The Florida Women Landowners Association (FWLA) is
hosting this meeting for women landowners to connect and
learn how to manage native fauna and flora. Fee: $20.
For more information email the FWLA at
fwla.contact@gmail.com.
January 3...Autauga County
12 Noon - 1 PM.
Lunch & Learn: Why Plant Native Species at the
Autauga County Extension, 2226 Alabama Highway 14,
Autaugaville. Regional Extension Agent Lynn Dickinson
will discuss why it's important to plant native species,
and how to create a plan that will help you determine
what to plant, where to plant it, and a timetable for
your goals and objectives. Bring a lunch to enjoy during
the presentation. For more
information contact Lynn Dickinson at (334) 303-8360 or
rhodela@aces.edu.
January 4-5...Online.
Mapping With Drones will be presented via Zoom.
The major goal of this workshop is to provide
professionals with the knowledge to operate a drone
legally, safely, and effectively. The introductory level
professional development opportunity can be considered
as a drone boot-camp. No prior 'drone' operation or
mapping experience is necessary. This workshop prepares
individuals to take the FAA’s Part 107 test.
Registration closes about 1 month prior to the workshop.
Fee: $250. For more information contact Virginia Tech's
John McGee at
jmcg@vt.edu.
January
6-7...Jefferson County.
Trappers Education Workshop
at 2840 Eastern Valley Road (Highway 119), Leeds. The workshop passes on the historical aspects of
trapping, biological information concerning furbearers
and furbearer management, and allows students to learn
the proper techniques that include the use of trapping
as a sound wildlife management tool. Recommended ages 7
and up. Pre-registration is required. Fee: $10. Contact
Mike Sievering at (205) 340-1183 or
mike.sievering@dcnr.alabama.gov.
January
9...Fayette/Jefferson/Tuscaloosa Counties.
Special
General Election will be held for the vacant Alabama House District
16
seat.
January
9...Madison/Marshall/Blount Counties.
Special
Primary Election will be held for the vacant Alabama
Senate District 9
seat. The seat became vacant after Clay Scofield (R)
resigned. A primary runoff, if needed, will take place
on February 6, 2024. The special general election will
occur on April 23, 2024.
January 11...Geneva
County 6 - 8 PM.
Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP) at the
Geneva County Chamber of Commerce, 414 E Magnolia Ave,
Geneva. DMAP is a comprehensive, no cost program which
utilizes site-specific deer harvest data and cooperator
education position the landowner/land manager to better
manage their lands for a healthy deer herd and wildlife
habitat through development of site-specific deer
harvest recommendations. For more information call the
Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division at (334)
242-3465.
Register Here
January 12...Calhoun
County 9 - 11 AM CT.
Basics for Farm and Forest Recordkeeping at the
Oxford Civic Center, Room 101, 401 McCullars Lane,
Oxford. Introduction to recordkeeping for farmers and
forestland owners. Topics will include enrollment in the
Current Use tax program, enrolling with the Farm
Services Agency as well as an overview of the programs
and services that they offer, and learning about the
wide variety of records that you should be maintaining
as a forest landowner. For more information contact Amy
Gaddy at (256) 689-8041 or
amy@mtmenvironmentalllc.com.
January 17...Dallas County
10 AM - 1 PM.
Wild Pig Management
at the Southern Sportsman Hunting Lodge, 9022 Highway 80
West, Tyler. Wild pigs can quickly outcompete native
wildlife through their high reproductive potential, lack
of natural predators, and effective forage capability.
If you have wild pigs on your property, attend this
event to find out the latest management techniques. For
more information contact Lynn Dickinson at (334)
303-8360 or
rhodela@aces.edu.
January 18...Elmore
County.
Annual Nonpoint Source Conference
at the Wetumpka Civic Center in Wetumpka. The conference format consists of
presentations on projects, topics, efforts associated
with nonpoint source pollution and its impact on water
quality. For more information contact Susan Summerlin at
(334) 394-4354 or
susan.summerlin@adem.alabama.gov. Editor’s Note: Nonpoint Source Water Quality
Regulations have a direct affect on the management of, and income from,
your land.
January
18...Lauderdale County 6 - 8:30 PM.
Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP) at the
Lauderdale Extension Office, 802 Veterans Drive,
Florence. DMAP is a comprehensive, no cost program which
utilizes site-specific deer harvest data and cooperator
education position the landowner/land manager to better
manage their lands for a healthy deer herd and wildlife
habitat through development of site-specific deer
harvest recommendations. For more information call the
Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division at (334)
242-3465.
Register Here
January 18...Henry
County 6 - 8 PM.
Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP) at the
Wiregrass Research and Extension Center, 167 State
Highway 134 E, Headland. DMAP is a comprehensive, no
cost program which utilizes site-specific deer harvest
data and cooperator education position the
landowner/land manager to better manage their lands for
a healthy deer herd and wildlife habitat through
development of site-specific deer harvest
recommendations. For more information call the Wildlife
and Freshwater Fisheries Division at (334) 242-3465.
Register Here
January 19 -
February 4…Marshall County.
Eagle Awareness Weekends at Lake Guntersville
State Park, 1155 Lodge Drive, Guntersville. This program
runs through a select number of weekends in January and
February.
Watch Bald Eagles glide across the sky and view their
nesting sites. Guided interpretive programs held each
weekend will help you get in touch with one of America’s
greatest symbols. Day passes are available on a limited
basis. For pricing & reservations, call Lake
Guntersville State Park at (256) 571-5440.
January
20-21...Escambia County.
Trappers Education Workshop
at 1133 Bell Creek Road, Atmore. The workshop passes on the historical aspects of
trapping, biological information concerning furbearers
and furbearer management, and allows students to learn
the proper techniques that include the use of trapping
as a sound wildlife management tool. Recommended ages 7
and up. Pre-registration is required. Fee: $10. Contact
Mike Sievering at (205) 340-1183 or
mike.sievering@dcnr.alabama.gov.
January
22-26...Montgomery County
8 AM.
Learn to Burn attendees will experience a day-long “start to finish” learning
opportunity. Actively participate with ignition
patterns, holding techniques, and mop up. The prescribed
burn will be conducted on the first available burn
window between January 22-26. Depending on weather
conditions, selected participants will be given 2 days
advanced notice before the program is held. Register
early as space is usually limited. For more information
contact Bence Carter at (334)
389-4055 or
jbc0057@aces.edu.
January 23...New
Albany, Mississippi 6 PM.
Cogongrass at the Union County Extension Office,
112 Fairground Circle. Speaker: Brady Self. To attend,
RSVP to (662) 534-1917.
January
24-25...Bushnell, Florida.
Wildlife & Invasive Species Education at Sumter
County Extension, 7620 SR 471, Suite 2. Workshop and
field tours on a variety of topics. For more information
contact the Sumter County Florida Extension at (352)
569-6862.
January 25...Perkinston,
Mississippi 6 PM.
Chronic Wasting Disease at The Camellia, 27360
Highway 603. Speaker: Caleb Hinton of the Mississippi
Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, & Parks. Register by
January 22. For more information or to RSVP, call (228)
731-8567.
January
25...Talladega County 6 - 8:30 PM.
Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP) at the
Eastaboga Baptist Church, 107 Church Lane, Eastaboga.
DMAP is a comprehensive, no cost program which utilizes
site-specific deer harvest data and cooperator education
position the landowner/land manager to better manage
their lands for a healthy deer herd and wildlife habitat
through development of site-specific deer harvest
recommendations. For more information call the Wildlife
and Freshwater Fisheries Division at (334) 242-3465.
Register Here
January 25...Autauga
County 6 - 8:30 PM.
Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP) at the
Autauga County Agricultural Center, 2226 AL-14 W,
Autaugaville. DMAP is a comprehensive, no cost program
which utilizes site-specific deer harvest data and
cooperator education position the landowner/land manager
to better manage their lands for a healthy deer herd and
wildlife habitat through development of site-specific
deer harvest recommendations. For more information call
the Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division at (334)
242-3465.
Register Here
January 25..Baldwin
County 6 - 8:30 PM.
Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP) at the
Five Rivers Delta Resources Center, 30945 Five Rivers
Boulevard, Spanish Fort. DMAP is a comprehensive, no
cost program which utilizes site-specific deer harvest
data and cooperator education position the
landowner/land manager to better manage their lands for
a healthy deer herd and wildlife habitat through
development of site-specific deer harvest
recommendations. For more information call the Wildlife
and Freshwater Fisheries Division at (334) 242-3465.
Register Here
POSTPONED: Rescheduled for
April 5...January 26...Madison
County, Florida.
Landowner Tour at Terry Putnal's property. See
April 5 for full details.
January 27...Marshall
County 12 Noon - 4 PM.
Year of Alabama Birding Photography Workshop at
Lake Guntersville State Park. Join Beth Cowan Drake from
Alabama the Beautiful for a photography workshop
designed to teach the field techniques of bird
photography. Pre-registration is required by January 25.
Fee: $35. For more information contact Indya Guthrie at
(256) 571-5445 or
indya.guthrie@dcnr.alabama.gov.
January 28-30...Baldwin County.
The State of Alabama's Governance will be
held at the Grand Hotel, 1 Grand Boulevard, Point Clear. The seminar
focuses on the state of the state and specifically
addresses issues of importance to the state that will be
topics during the upcoming legislative session. Fee:
$350. Contact Tom Saunders at (334) 481-2135 or
tsaunders@alaforestry.org.
January 30...Online 12 Noon
- 1 PM CT.
Silvopasture: An Introduction and Overview will
be presented via Zoom. Join this webinar to learn more
about what silvopasture is, who should do it, and the
advantages and disadvantages of the system. In addition,
listen to a producer using silvopasture discuss their
experiences on the ground. Part 1 of a 6 part series. If you need
assistance connecting to the webinar email
contact@sref.info.
> February 2024
February 1...Montgomery
County 10 AM.
Board Meeting of Alabama Forever Wild Land Trust
at the Alabama Forestry Commission, 513 Madison Drive, Montgomery. This meeting
will provide an opportunity for any individual who would
like to make comments concerning the program. The public
is invited to attend this meeting and is urged to submit
comments. For more information call (334) 242-3484.
Editor's Note: Here are some questions you may consider
asking yourself and others. Should the state provide
recreational activity property? Is recreation a
necessary state government provided service? Does the state need more public land
to compete with recreational opportunities (many of
which are already) provided by private forestland
owners? Does the acquisition of more public land, that
does not pay property taxes, put pressure on private
landowners to pay more
in property tax?
February
2...Tuscaloosa County 8 AM - 5 PM.
Alabama Critical Minerals Symposium at the
Birmingham Room, Bryant Conference Center, University of
Alabama, 240 Paul Bryant Drive, Tuscaloosa. Topics
will include subjects such as critical minerals in
coal and coal-related sediments in northern Alabama,
graphite and REE-bearing regolith in the Piedmont
region, and critical minerals in lignites of the Coastal
Plain region; but will also touch on regional, national,
and global topics, including recent and planned
geophysical surveys of Alabama, challenges to critical
minerals production, and critical minerals application
to energy transition. Fee: $75; light breakfast and
lunch included. For more information contact Dane
VanDervoort at (205) 247-3626 or
dvandervoort@gsa.alabama.gov.
Slides from the Critical Minerals Symposium.
February 5-9...Jackson
County 9 AM - 4:30 PM.
Learn & Burn: Live Fire Event
in Skyline.
Dates have changed to February 12-16 due to rain.
Details on new date.
February
5-9...Online.
Forest Health Webinar Series will be presented
via Zoom Webinar. Course content will center on forest
health issues such as insects, pathogens, weeds, and
invasive species. Management solutions including
prevention, pesticides, biological control, etc. will be
discussed. No fee. The course is daily from 12 Noon - 1
PM ET. For more information contact James Johnson at
(706) 308-6396 or
james.johnson26@uga.edu.
February 6...Tuscaloosa
County 10 AM.
State Oil and Gas Board of Alabama Meeting in
the Board Room of Walter B. Jones Hall, 420 Hackberry
Lane, Tuscaloosa. Learn more about the out of sight, out
of mind natural resources of Alabama. This regularly
scheduled meeting is open to the public. For more
information call (205) 349-2852.
February 6...Online 12 Noon
- 1 PM CT.
Establishing Pine Silvopasture When Starting from
Pastures or Plantations will be presented via
Zoom. Join this webinar to learn more about approaches
for creating a pine silvopasture system. Part 2 of a 6
part series. If you need
assistance connecting to the webinar email
contact@sref.info.
February 6-7...Online
8:30 AM - 3 PM CT.
Texas Timber Tax Virtual Workshop is designed for
forest landowners, consulting foresters, accountants,
attorneys, and others who work with forest landowners in
matters pertaining to timber taxes. February 6 will
cover federal taxes only. February 7 will cover a mix. The two-day workshop
will provide basic information about timber taxation and
the latest changes to tax laws and rules for 2023 tax
return preparations. Topics will focus on federal timber
income tax issues for private forest owners with a
refresher on local timberland property tax incentives.
Participants will gain a clear understanding of commonly
misunderstood timber tax issues. Fee: $25. For more
information contact Melissa at (979) 458-6650 or
melissa.yeldell@tfs.tamu.edu.
February 9...Online
at 11:15 - 11:30 AM CT.
Fifteen Minutes in the Forest:
Boundary Lines Part 2 will join Virginia Forest
Landowner Education Program's Jason Fisher. Jason will
talk more about finding and marking your property
boundary lines. This event will be held via Facebook Live and YouTube Premier. For more information
contact Jason Fisher at (434) 476-2147 or
jasonf@vt.edu.
View on Youtube.
View
on Facebook. You can watch
Boundary Lines Part 1 here.
February
10-11...Jackson County.
Trappers Education Workshop
at the Jackson County Wildlife Management Area, 234
County Road 141, Hollywood. The workshop passes on the historical aspects of
trapping, biological information concerning furbearers
and furbearer management, and allows students to learn
the proper techniques that include the use of trapping
as a sound wildlife management tool. Recommended ages 7
and up. Pre-registration is required. Fee: $10. Contact
Mike Sievering at (205) 340-1183 or
mike.sievering@dcnr.alabama.gov.
February 12...Luka,
Mississippi 6:30 PM.
Mississippi Forestry Update at the Tishomingo
County Fairgrounds. Speaker: James Shannon. For more
information or to RSVP, call (662) 423-7016.
February
12-16...Marion County
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM.
Learn to Burn
attendees will experience a day-long “start to finish”
learning opportunity. Actively participate with ignition
patterns, holding techniques, and mop up. The prescribed
burn will be conducted on the first available burn
window between February 12-16. Depending on weather
conditions, selected participants will be given 2 days
advanced notice before the program is held. Exact
location will be given to registered attendees. Register
early as space is usually limited. Lunch provided. For
more information contact Kerry Steedley at (334)
350-0485 or
kes0150@aces.edu.
February
12-16...Jackson County 9 AM - 4:30 PM.
Learn & Burn: Live Fire Event
in Skyline. Attendees will experience a day-long “start
to finish” learning opportunity. Actively participate
with ignition patterns, holding techniques, and mop up.
The prescribed burn will be conducted on the first
available burn window between February 12-16. Depending
on weather conditions, selected participants will be
given 2 days advanced notice before the program is held.
Exact location will be given to registered attendees.
Register early as space is usually limited. Lunch
provided. For more information contact Autumn Watrous at
(205) 516-1782 or
awatrous@alaforestry.org.
February 13...Online 12 Noon
- 1 PM CT.
Establishing Hardwood Silvopasture Systems When Starting
from Pastures or Woodlands will be presented via
Zoom. Join this webinar to learn how and what to plant
to establish a silvopasture system on an existing field
or pasture. Part 3 of a 6
part series. If you need
assistance connecting to the webinar email
contact@sref.info.
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AFOA EDUCATIONAL
PROGRAM
February 14...Nationwide 10:00 AM to 10:15 AM (Central
Time).
CAPITAL IDEAS -- LIVE!
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.
Listen on the web or download to listen on your device
of choice: February 14, 2024 CI -- Live! This will be a
link once the program is finished and available.
Click Here for Index to
Past Conferences.
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February 14...Online 12 Noon
- 1 PM CT.
Understanding and Managing Emerging Needle Diseases of
Loblolly Pine in the Southeast will be presented
via Zoom. Join this webinar to learn more about common
loblolly pine needle diseases across the southeastern
U.S., signs of disease, and management techniques.
Speaker: Dr. Caterina Villari, University of Georgia. If you need
assistance connecting to the webinar email
contact@sref.info.
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AFOA EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
February 15...Shelby
County 6 - 8 PM.
Dinner and Discussion at
The Fish Market Restaurant, 5407 Highway 280,
Hoover. No-host dinner at 6
PM. Then listen to a 15 minute program, and talk about
the issues with other forest landowners. Limited
seating. To attend,
RSVP AFOA at (205) 624-2225 or
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February 17...DeKalb
County 8 AM.
Traditional Hunter Education Course at 1904
Williams Avenue, Fort Payne. No fee.
This is a one day class with lunch provided on-site.
To register, email Scott Kellenberger at
scott.kellenberger@dcnr.alabama.gov.
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. For additional information contact Marisa Futral at 1-800-245-2740 or
marisa.futral@dcnr.alabama.gov.
February
17...Fayette County 9 AM - 2 PM.
Trapping Workshop at the Fayette County
Extension Office, 650 McConnell Loop, Fayette. In this
family-friendly workshop, you will learn the pros and
cons of managing predators to increase game populations
and also the traps and techniques for animal control in
urban areas, uplands, and in water. This workshop will
focus on small to medium sized wildlife. Wild hogs will
not be the subject of this event. Fee: $5; lunch
provided. For more information contact Kerry Steedley at
(334) 350-0485 or
kes0150@aces.edu.
February
17-18...Baldwin County.
Trappers Education Workshop
at the District V Wildlife Office, 30571 Five Rivers
Boulevard, Spanish Fort. The workshop passes on the historical aspects of
trapping, biological information concerning furbearers
and furbearer management, and allows students to learn
the proper techniques that include the use of trapping
as a sound wildlife management tool. Recommended ages 7
and up. Pre-registration is required. Fee: $10. Contact
Mike Sievering at (205) 340-1183 or
mike.sievering@dcnr.alabama.gov.
February 19...Russell
County 9 AM - 3 PM.
Wildlife Trapping Essentials Workshop at the Old
Seale Courthouse, 5 Jackson Street. This program will
cover ins and outs of trapping techniques to remove
nuisance wildlife and predators to help you protect and
enhance timber and wildlife resources. After the indoor
presentations, the program will proceed outdoors for a
hands-on training by professionals. Fee: $15; lunch
included. For more information contact Jennifer Davidson
at (334) 298-6845 or
jenniferd@auburn.edu.
February
19-23...Tallapoosa County
8:30 AM - 4 PM.
Learn to Burn
at Wind Creek State Park. Attendees will experience a
day-long “start to finish” learning opportunity.
Actively participate with ignition patterns, holding
techniques, and mop up. The prescribed burn will be
conducted on the first available burn window between
February 19-23. Depending on weather conditions,
selected participants will be given 2 days advanced
notice before the program is held. Register early as
space is usually limited. Lunch provided. For more
information contact Bence Carter at (334)
389-4055 or
jbc0057@aces.edu.
February 20...Online
11 AM - 12 Noon CT.
Why I Chose the Family Business
is presented by The Family
Business Consulting Group (FBCG). If your family has a
business, you may have considered whether a career there
is the right choice for you. Many look back at their
decision to join the family business as both immensely
rewarding and uniquely challenging. For more information contact
Kristi Daeda
at (773) 784-5008 or
daeda@thefbcg.com.
February 20...Online 12 Noon
- 1 PM CT.
From Forage to Livestock: Managing Animals in a
Silvopasture System will be presented via
Zoom. Join this webinar to learn different aspects of
managing animals in a silvopasture system from
determining which animals, how much land they need, to
introducing them to the silvopasture. Part 4 of a 6
part series. If you need
assistance connecting to the webinar email
contact@sref.info.
February 21...Lake City,
Florida 10 AM - 3 PM ET.
Feral Hog Workshop at 437 NW Hall of Fame Drive.
This workshop provide information about feral hog
management from presentations by researchers and land
managers, interact with local feral hog
contractors/trappers, and network with private
landowners. Lunch provided for those who RSVP by
February 18. Contact Lanie Carter at (386) 234-1030 or
lanie.carter@myfwc.com.
February 21-23...Athens,
Georgia.
Southeastern Society of American Foresters Annual
Meeting at The Classic Center, 300 N. Thomas
Street. Fee: $575
non-member. For more information contact
Susan McMichael at (706) 457-1842 or
se.saf.businessmanager@gmail.com.
February 23...Online
at 11:15 - 11:30 AM CT.
Fifteen Minutes in the Forest:
Cooking Wood will join Virginia Forest Landowner
Education Program's Neil Clark to learn more about the
importance of wood for cooking. This event will be held via Facebook Live and YouTube Premier. For more information
contact Neil Clark at (757) 653-2572 or
neclark@vt.edu.
View on Youtube.
View
on Facebook.
February 24...Barbour
County 8 AM - 5 PM.
Traditional Hunter Education Course at Eufaula
Country Outdoors, 227 East Broad Street, Eufaula. No fee. This is a one
day class with a one hour lunch break. Bring your lunch.
To register, call Blair Sistrunk at (334) 775-3434.
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. For additional information contact Marisa Futral at 1-800-245-2740 or
marisa.futral@dcnr.alabama.gov.
February 24...Lee County
9 AM.
Alabama Conservation Advisory Board (CAB) Meeting
in room B6 of Dudley Hall and Commons, Auburn University
College of Architecture, Design and Construction, 362
Duggar Concourse, Auburn. The stadium parking deck is
available for use by attendees at 350 Duncan Drive,
Auburn. The decisions of this board impact all
hunting activities that take place on your land. The CAB
assists in formulating policies for the Alabama
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR),
examines all rules and regulations, and makes
recommendations for their change or amendment. This
includes hunting seasons and bag limits. Anyone
wishing to speak must register between 8 - 8:30 AM. For
more information, call (334) 242-3486.
February
24-25...Pike County.
Trappers Education Workshop
at Coastal Plain Land & Timber, 3880 County Road 1165,
Troy. The workshop passes on the historical aspects of
trapping, biological information concerning furbearers
and furbearer management, and allows students to learn
the proper techniques that include the use of trapping
as a sound wildlife management tool. Recommended ages 7
and up. Pre-registration is required. Fee: $10. Contact
Mike Sievering at (205) 340-1183 or
mike.sievering@dcnr.alabama.gov.
February
26 - March 1...Barbour County
8 AM.
Learn to Burn attendees will experience a day-long “start to finish” learning
opportunity. Actively participate with ignition
patterns, holding techniques, and mop up. The prescribed
burn will be conducted on the first available burn
window between February 26 - March 1. Depending on
weather conditions, selected participants will be given
2 days advanced notice before the program is held.
Register early as space is usually limited. For more
information contact Bence Carter at (334)
389-4055 or
jbc0057@aces.edu.
February
26 - March 1...Cullman County
8 AM - 3:30 PM.
Learn & Burn: Live Fire Event at
a location to be given to registered attendees.
Participants will experience a day-long “start to finish” learning
opportunity. Actively participate with ignition
patterns, holding techniques, and mop up. The prescribed
burn will be conducted on the first available burn
window between February 26 - March 1. Depending on weather
conditions, selected participants will be given 2 days
advanced notice before the program is held. Register
early as space is usually limited. Lunch provided. For more information contact
Brad Nail at (334) 481-2154 or
bnail@alaforestry.org.
February 27...Online 12 Noon
- 1 PM CT.
Moving Towards a Silvopasture System: Getting Started will be presented via
Zoom. Establishing silvopasture systems takes knowledge,
hard work, and money, however, there are many resources
that can help. Join this webinar to learn about the
various programs and organizations available to assist
with expertise and funds. Part 5 of a 6
part series. If you need
assistance connecting to the webinar email
contact@sref.info.
February 29...Tuscaloosa County 6
- 8 PM.
Alabama Forestry Association Tuscaloosa Area Regional
Reception at The Cypress Pavilion, 501 Rice Mine
Road. Catch up on news of importance to your forestland
investment and meet others in the forest industry in a
relaxed, comfortable environment. Contact Liz Chambers at (334) 481-2135 or
lchambers@alaforestry.org.
> March 2024
March 2...Pickens
County 8 AM - 5 PM.
Traditional Hunter Education Course at the Gordo
Police Department Firing Range. No fee.
This is a one day class with lunch provided.
Enjoy live fire including archery, rifles, and shotguns.
To register, call Joseph Richardson at (205) 232-1031.
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. For additional information contact Marisa Futral at 1-800-245-2740 or
marisa.futral@dcnr.alabama.gov.
March 2...Madison County
9:30 AM
- 12:30 PM.
The American Chestnut Foundation (TACF) Annual State
Chapter Meeting will take place at the
South Huntsville Library, 7901-L Bailey Cove Road SE,
Huntsville. For more information email Dave Swinford at
dave.swinford@gmail.com.
March 4-8...Blount County
8 AM - 3:30 PM.
Learn & Burn: Live Fire Event at
a location to be given to registered attendees.
Participants will experience a day-long “start to finish” learning
opportunity. Actively participate with ignition
patterns, holding techniques, and mop up. The prescribed
burn will be conducted on the first available burn
window between March 4-8. Depending on weather
conditions, selected participants will be given 2 days
advanced notice before the program is held. Register
early as space is usually limited. Lunch provided. For more information contact
Brad Nail at (334) 481-2154 or
bnail@alaforestry.org.
March 4 or 5...Cleburne County
8:30 AM - 3 PM.
Landowner Field Day and Live Burn in Heflin. The
field day will provide education and awareness of
wildlife habitat management techniques, including
prescribed fire. This will be a hands-on event, all
participants will be on their feet with an opportunity
to be directly involved in a burn. Event will take place
on 1 of the 2 days. Participants will be given 48 hours
notice of the date, pending weather conditions. Lunch
will be provided. For more information contact (256)
463-2877 or
cleburne@alconservationdistricts.org.
March 5...Statewide.
Primary Election
March 5...Monroe County.
Property Tax Vote - Monroe County voters will
decide whether to reinstate up to 10 mills of expiring property taxes.
View sample ballot.
March
5...Montgomery County.
Property Tax Vote - Montgomery County voters will
decide whether to reinstate a 3.5 mills property tax.
View sample ballot.
March 5...Online 12 Noon
- 1 PM CT.
Silvopasture Producers Share Their Stories will be presented via
Zoom. Learn from the experiences of various silvopasture
producers in this webinar. This panel discussion will be
a question-and-answer format, where participants can ask
their burning questions. Final segment of this 6
part series. If you need
assistance connecting to the webinar email
contact@sref.info.
March 5...Bentonia,
Mississippi 6 PM.
Forest Health in the Fellowship Hall of Melrose
Baptist Church, 7634 Highway 433 S. Speaker: Brady Self.
For more information or to RSVP, call the Yazoo County
Extension at (662) 746-2453.
March 6...Autauga County 12 Noon
- 1 PM.
Lunch & Learn: Pond Weed Identification and Control at
the Autauga County Extension, 2226 Alabama Highway 14,
Autaugaville. If you have pond weeds you would like
identified, bring a sample. In addition, bring a sample
of your pond water for testing. Pack a lunch to enjoy
during the presentation. For more
information contact Lynn Dickinson at (334) 303-8360 or
rhodela@aces.edu.
March 7...Online 1 PM CT.
Reporting Forest Operations to the IRS (Timber tax)
will be held via Zoom. The program will be 4.5 hours. 4
hours of CFE available. Presenter: Robert Tufts, PhD
(Forestry). For more information contact Robert at (334)
740-4744 or
robert@tuftslaw.net.
March 7...Houston County 6 PM.
Wild Game Cook-Off at
The Plant, 308 N. St. Andrews Street, Dothan.
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. Call the Alabama Wildlife
Federation at 1-800-822-9453.
March 7...Waynesboro,
Mississippi 6 PM.
Wood Products: Poles & Pilings at the Wayne
County Library, 1103 Mississippi Drive A. Speaker:
Carpenter Pole & Piling. For more information or to
RSVP, call Wayne County Extension at (601) 735-2243.
March 8...Montgomery
County 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM.
Forestry & Wildlife Seminar at Alfa Home Office,
2108 E. South Blvd., Montgomery. Topics will cover
Forest Products Market Update, Alabama Economic
Development Overview, Alabama Forestry Commission
Update, Southeastern Logging Trends, Chronic Wasting
Disease, Herbicide Overview, Food Plot Management,
and more. Lunch provided. Registration required. For
more information or to register, call Deborah Long
at (334) 613-4216.
March 9...Shelby
County 8 AM - 5 PM.
Traditional Hunter Education Course at the State
Shooting Range, 19204 Highway 25, Columbiana. No fee.
This is a one day class with a one hour lunch break.
Enjoy live fire including archery, rifles, and shotguns.
To register, call Chas Moore at (205) 339-5716.
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. For additional information contact Marisa
Futral at 1-800-245-2740 or
marisa.futral@dcnr.alabama.gov.
March 9
(Was March 5)...Gainesville,
Florida 8:30 AM - 12 Noon ET.
North Florida Prescribed Burn Association (NFPBA)
General Meeting will he held at the Austin
Cary Forest, 10625 NE Waldo Road. Learn more about the
North Florida PBA activities and policies at this
meeting. For more information email the NFPBA at
nfpba2017@gmail.com.
March 11-15...Marion County
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM.
Learn to Burn
attendees will experience a day-long “start to finish”
learning opportunity. Actively participate with ignition
patterns, holding techniques, and mop up. The prescribed
burn will be conducted on the first available burn
window between March 11-15. Depending on weather
conditions, selected participants will be given 2 days
advanced notice before the program is held. Register
early as space is usually limited. Lunch provided. For
more information contact Kerry Steedley at (334)
350-0485 or
kes0150@aces.edu.
March 12...Online
5:30 - 6:30 PM CT.
Small Ruminant
Webinar Series will be
presented via Zoom. The program explores emerging issues
in small ruminant production systems (animal health,
nutrition, marketing, and food safety). For more information contact
Dr. Kimberly Holmes at (334) 844-4000 or
ksh0035@aces.edu.
March 12...Macon County
5:30 - 7 PM.
Heirs' Property: Overview & Working with an Attorney
at the Macon County Extension Office, 207 North Main
Street, Tuskegee. Attend to learn about the ‘what’,
‘who’, and ‘why’ of heirs’ property and how you can take
the next steps in finding an attorney to work with. For
more information contact Rilea Robinson at (334)
202-5005 or
rar0086@auburn.edu.
March 12...Collins,
Mississippi 6 PM.
Pine Bark Beetles at the Covington County
Extension, 68 Industrial Park Drive. Speaker: Butch
Bailey. For more information or to RSVP, call Covington
County Extension at (601) 765-8252.
March 12-13...Atlanta,
Georgia.
Wood Bioenergy Conference & Expo at the Omni
Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park. This event caters to
the wood-to-energy industry, including industrial wood
pellets, biomass power, biofuels, in-woods chipping and
biomass procurement. Approximately 40 speakers will
address new projects, technologies and markets in those
industries. Fee: $479. For more information contact
Dianne at (334) 834-1170 or
dianne@hattonbrown.com.
March 13...Online 12 Noon
- 1 PM CT.
Guide to Herbicide Application Windows During a
Southern Pine Rotation to Improve Productivity will be presented via
Zoom. Join this webinar to learn how herbicide use in
pine stands, including herbicide options for site
preparation through midrotation. If you need
assistance connecting to the webinar email
contact@sref.info.
March 14...Monroe County 9
AM.
Pine Decline Workshop at Monroe County
Conservation Education Center, 1 Teen Trail,
Monroeville. Speakers: Dr. Lori Eckhardt, Auburn
University & Phillip Johnson, Forester. CFE points
available. Registration required. For more information
or to RSVP, contact Margaret Higdon at (251) 578-1520x3
or
conecuh@alconservationdistricts.org.
March 14...Online 9 AM -
4 PM CT.
Applied Forest Finance
class details the step-by-step financial analysis
required to answer key investment and forest management
questions. Learn how to identify, value, and rank timber
and forestry investments. Fee: $580; $80 discount if
paid by February 29. CE hours available. Contact Pamela Smith at (770) 725-8447 or
psmith@forisk.com.
March 14...Senatobia,
Mississippi 6 PM.
Hiring a Consulting Forester at the Tate County
Extension Office, 205 French's Alley. Speaker: Butch
Bailey. For more information or to RSVP, call (662) 562-4274.
March 16...Talladega County
4 PM.
Wild Game Cook-Off at Talladega Superspeedway,
3366 Speedway Boulevard, Talladega. Attend
the cook-off and enjoy live music, door prizes, youth activities, and
sample wild game recipes. Fee: $40/person; Youth 15 and under free. Call the
Alabama Wildlife Federation at 1-800-822-9453.
March 18-22...Calhoun County
8 AM - 3:30 PM.
Learn & Burn: Live Fire Event at
a location to be given to registered attendees.
Participants will experience a day-long “start to finish” learning
opportunity. Actively participate with ignition
patterns, holding techniques, and mop up. The prescribed
burn will be conducted on the first available burn
window between March 18-22. Depending on weather
conditions, selected participants will be given 2 days
advanced notice before the program is held. Register
early as space is usually limited. Lunch provided. For more information contact
Brad Nail at (334) 481-2154 or
bnail@alaforestry.org.
March 18-22...Morgan County
9 AM - 4 PM.
Learn & Burn: Live Fire Event at
a location to be given to registered attendees.
Participants will experience a day-long “start to finish” learning
opportunity. Actively participate with ignition
patterns, holding techniques, and mop up. The prescribed
burn will be conducted on the first available burn
window between March 18-22. Depending on weather
conditions, selected participants will be given 2 days
advanced notice before the program is held. Register
early as space is usually limited. Lunch provided. For more information contact
Autumn Watrous at (334) 481-2138 or
awatrous@alaforestry.org.
March 19...Talladega
County 5:30 - 7:30 PM.
Introduction to Forestry, Forest Management, and
Riparian Buffers at the International
Motorsports Hall of Fame, 3198 Speedway Blvd., Lincoln.
Topics will include Stewardship Management Plans,
Forestry Best Management Practices, Urban Forestry, and
an overview of NRCS programs. For more information
contact Amy Gaddy at (256) 689-8041 or
amy@mtmenvironmentalllc.com.
March 21...Online 2 PM CT.
How Government Regulated Away Property Rights
will be presented via Zoom. Understanding the past and
present threats that governments pose to property rights
is essential to protecting them now and in the future.
For more information call Pacific Legal Foundation at
(561) 691-5000.
March 22-24...Roanoke,
Virginia.
Forest Farming Conference: Gather to Grow at the
Hotel Roanoke. The conference will feature learning,
networking, and strategic planning programs that will
shape the future of forest farming of woodland crops
such as botanicals, mushrooms, and decorative products
in Appalachia and beyond. Fee: $210. For more
information email John Munsell at
jfmunsel@vt.edu.
March 26...Madison
County.
Special
General Election will be held for the vacant
Alabama House District 10 seat due to the resignation of
State Representative David Cole.
March 26...Tuscaloosa
County 10 AM.
State Oil and Gas Board of Alabama Meeting in
the Board Room of Walter B. Jones Hall, 420 Hackberry
Lane, Tuscaloosa. Learn more about the out of sight, out
of mind natural resources of Alabama. This regularly
scheduled meeting is open to the public. For more
information call (205) 349-2852.
March 26...Randolph County
5:30 - 7 PM.
Heirs' Property: Overview & Working with an Attorney
at the Randolph County Extension Office, 1 Main Street
South, Wedowee. Attend to learn about the ‘what’, ‘who’,
and ‘why’ of heirs’ property and how you can take the
next steps in finding an attorney to work with. For more
information contact Rilea Robinson at (334) 202-5005 or
rar0086@auburn.edu.
March 27...Online 2 - 3 PM
CT.
Can Government Just Take Your Property will be
presented via Zoom. Join the Pacific Legal Foundation
and our panel of experts for a discussion on the Takings
Clause of the 5th Amendment and the many ways the
government tries to get around this constitutional
right. For more information call Pacific Legal
Foundation at (561) 691-5000.
March 28...Choctaw County 6 PM.
Alabama Forestry Association Butler Area Regional
Reception -
Date changed to
April 25.
> April 2024
April 2...Marshall County.
Special
Primary Election will be held for the vacant Alabama
House of Representatives District 27
seat. The seat became vacant after Wes Kitchens
resigned. A primary runoff, if needed, will take place
on April 30, 2024. The special general election will
occur on July 16, 2024.
April 2...Lowndes County
9 AM - 1 PM.
Wild Pig Workshop
at the Southern Sportsman Hunting Lodge, 9022 US Highway
80, Tyler.
This workshop will discuss practical and effective feral
swine management strategies. Registration required.
Lunch provided. For more information contact Lynn
Dickinson at (334) 303-8360 or
rhodela@aces.edu.
April 2...Valdosta, Georgia 6
- 8 PM ET.
Valdosta Regional Forestry Meeting at the
Wiregrass Georgia Technical College. Dinner is included.
RSVP required. For more information call Georgia
Forestry Association at (478) 992-8110.
April 3...Autauga County 12
Noon - 1 PM.
Lunch and Learn: Soil Testing at the Autauga
County Extension Office, 2226 Alabama Highway 14 West,
Autaugaville. Regional Extension Agent Chip East will be
teaching us all about soil testing. He will discuss why
you should test your soil before planting, how to gather
a sample, and how to read the results. Bring a lunch to
enjoy during the presentation. For more information
contact Lynn Dickinson at (334) 303-8360 or
rhodela@aces.edu.
April 5...Madison County,
Florida.
Landowner Tour at Terry Putnal's property. Terry
is the Outstanding Tree Farmer of the Year. Join other
landowners and professionals to explore a diversified
timber and pine straw operation. Some walking required,
so wear appropriate clothing. Space is limited. Fee:
$15; lunch included. For more information contact Chris
Demers at (352) 846-2375 or
cdemers@ufl.edu.
April 5...Autauga County 10 AM
- 1 PM.
Recreational Pond Management at
Pratt Park, 460 Doster Road, Prattville. Whether you are experiencing weed issues,
not sure if or when you should fertilize, or when to
stock fish, this workshop will answer all your
questions. We will also tackle wildlife issues such as
beaver and otter control. Fee: $5. For more
information contact Lynn Dickinson at (334) 303-8360 or
rhodela@aces.edu.
April 9...Online
5:30 - 6:30 PM CT.
Small Ruminant
Webinar Series will be
presented via Zoom. The program explores emerging issues
in small ruminant production systems (animal health,
nutrition, marketing, and food safety). For more information contact
Dr. Kimberly Holmes at (334) 844-4000 or
ksh0035@aces.edu.
April 10...Dunnellon,
Florida 10 AM ET.
Gopher Tortoise Day at Goethe State Forest
Office, 911 SE CR 337. Attend this field day for a peek
underground into the Gopher Tortoise’s world. For more
information contact Charlie Pedersen at (352) 682-4999
or
charles.pedersen@fdacs.gov.
April 10...Online 2 PM CT.
Reclaiming Property Rights will be presented via
Zoom. Find out how to challenge unconstitutional
violations of property rights and learn about model
policies, coalition opportunities, and a framework for
assessing and challenging violations of their property
rights. For more information call Pacific Legal
Foundation at (561) 691-5000.
April 10...Cleburne County
6 PM.
Birds of Prey Workshop at Mountain Center in
Heflin. Attend this program, allowing children and
adults, to experience and learn about a collection of
Alabama’s native species of raptors through a
conservation-based presentation. For more information
call (256) 463-2620.
April 11...Escambia County 6 PM.
Alabama Forestry Association
Brewton Area Regional
Reception at The Hourglass, 220 St. Joseph
Avenue, Brewton. Catch
up on news of importance to your forestland investment
and meet others in the forest industry in a relaxed,
comfortable environment. Contact Liz Chambers at (334) 481-2135 or
lchambers@alaforestry.org.
April 16...Multiple
Counties.
Alabama's 2nd Congressional District, U.S. House of
Representatives, Primary Runoffs - If you can’t
vote on April 16 before heading to Eufaula for the 2024
AFOA Annual Meeting,
information about absentee ballots is on the Secretary
of State’s website. Be sure to vote and attend the
AFOA Annual Meeting!
April 16...Blackshear,
Georgia 6 - 8 PM ET.
Blackshear Regional Forestry Meeting at the
Pierce County Extension Office. Dinner is included. RSVP
required. For more information call Georgia Forestry
Association at (478) 992-8110.
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AFOA EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM & ANNUAL MEETING
April
16-17...Barbour
County. Location: Headquartered at the
Lakepoint State Park Lodge & Convention Center, 104 Lakepoint Drive,
Eufaula, AL 36027.
Location on Google Maps.
Reserve Your Room: Call (334) 687-8011. To access AFOA's block of
rooms, mention the
Alabama Forest Owners' Association - Group Code 6542.
You may also book your Lakepoint State Park Lodge room here:
Lodging
If you prefer
lodging elsewhere, you may find other hotels in Eufaula
by using this link:
Eufaula Lodging
AFOA is providing the hotel information for reference
only.
Description: The
Agenda contains the most up-to-date meeting information for
regular attendees. Please remember
details will change as the meeting draws closer. Some
items may become inaccurate as plans change. If you
print the agenda, make sure you come back
and print it again closer to the meeting date.
REGISTRATION:
ONLINE Attendee Registration
has CLOSED.
MAIL-IN Registration has CLOSED. See the latest
AGENDA here.
Online and Advance Registration has
closed. If you still wish to attend,
PLEASE NOTE, we
will be able to accept only a limited number of
walk-ins.
Exhibitors and/or Sponsors
Registration Form
Registration has closed for Exhibitors, but Sponsors
may still sign up.
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April 16-17...Gainesville,
Florida.
Spring Symposium at the
Stern Learning Center, Austin Cary Forest. The Spring
Symposium will explore reforestation and restoration
techniques for various land management objectives. From
the ground up, the symposium will dig into site
preparation, prescribed fire, species and genetics, and
bring it all together in case studies featuring new
technologies and various land management objectives.
Fee: $150; $25 discount for SAF members. For more information contact Chris
Demers at (352) 846-2375 or
cdemers@ufl.edu.
April 17...Online 12 Noon
- 1 PM CT.
An Update on Laurel Wilt in Southern Forests will
be presented via Zoom. In this webinar, Dr. Bud Mayfield
will give an update on laurel wilts progression across
the southeast, its impact, and potential management
strategies. If you need
assistance connecting to the webinar email
contact@sref.info.
April
17-18...Albany, Georgia.
Longleaf Academy: Herbicides & Longleaf 201
will include topics such as: rates, timing, active
ingredients, application methods, calibration, safety,
minimizing damage to longleaf, and more. Fee: $75. To register call Longleaf Alliance at
(334) 427-1029.
April 18...Montgomery County 8 AM
- 4:30 PM.
Alabama Invasive Plant Council Annual Conference
at the AL-DOT Central Office, 1409 Coliseum Boulevard,
Montgomery. Fee: $45. CEUs
available for additional fee. For more information contact Nancy Loewenstein at (334) 844-1061 or
loewenj@auburn.edu.
April 18...Lowndes County 9
AM - 12 Noon.
Community Pro Bono Elder Law Clinics at Whitehall
Town Hall, 3315 Hayneville Road, Whitehall. Alabama
Healthcare Directive and Financial Powers of Attorney
prepared on-site. For senior adults 60 yrs and older.
Registration is required. Space is limited. To register,
call (334) 548-2315.
April 18...Online 11 AM
- 12 Noon CT.
Domestic and Global Hardwood Market Update will
be presented via Zoom. This presentation will look at
current hardwood market conditions, what led to them,
and how they compare to the impacts of the Great
Recession over a decade ago. If you need
assistance connecting to the webinar email
contact@sref.info.
April 18...Elmore County
6 PM.
Wild Game Cook-Off at Alabama Wildlife
Federation Headquarters, 3050 Lanark Road, Millbrook.
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. Call the Alabama Wildlife
Federation at 1-800-822-9453.
April 20...Macon County
7:30 AM - 3 PM.
Tuskegee University Annual Goat Day at Henderson
Hall and Caprine Research and Education Unit Facilities,
Tuskegee University. For more information email Dr.
Clarissa Harris at
charris@tuskegee.edu.
April 20…Oliver Springs, Tennessee
8 AM.
Healthy Hardwoods Field Day at
the University of Tennessee Forest Resources Center, 515
Cassell Road. Register by April 15. Lunch included. For more information
contact Dana Howard at (615) 883-3832 or
dhoward@tnforestry.com.
April 20...Tuscaloosa
County 9 AM - 6 PM.
Traditional Hunter Education Course at the
Brookwood Public Service Building, 15689 Highway 216,
Brookwood. No fee. This is a one day class with a one
hour lunch break. Enjoy live fire including archery,
rifles, and shotguns. To register, call Clifford Quinn
at (334) 431-0349. 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.
April 20...Thomasville,
Georgia 10 AM - 2:30 PM ET.
Learn to Burn: For Women at the Deerwood
Property, 2806 Meridian Road 322, Thomasville. Learn
about prescribed fire from all women firefighters,
experts, and women landowners. All aspects of prescribed
fire will be explained. There will be a live fire
demonstration in which you can participate. The date is
weather permitting. Registration required. Space
limited. Fee: $10; lunch provided. For more information
email Dee Allen at
fwla.northwest@gmail.com.
April
22-26...Geneva County
8 AM - 4 PM.
Learn to Burn at
the Geneva State Forest. Attendees will experience a day-long “start to finish” learning
opportunity. Actively participate with ignition
patterns, holding techniques, and mop up. The prescribed
burn will be conducted on the first available burn
window between April 22-26. Depending on weather
conditions, selected participants will be given 2 days
advanced notice before the program is held. Register
early as space is usually limited. For more information
contact Bence Carter at (334)
389-4055 or
jbc0057@aces.edu.
April 23...Choctaw County 6 PM.
Alabama Forestry Association Butler Area Regional
Reception at Ezell's Fish Camp, 776 Ezell Road,
Lavaca. Catch up on news of importance to your
forestland investment and meet others in the forest
industry in a relaxed, comfortable environment. Contact Liz Chambers at (334)
481-2135 or
lchambers@alaforestry.org.
April 30...Marshall County.
Special Primary Runoff will be held for the vacant Alabama
House of Representatives District 27
seat. The seat became vacant after Wes Kitchens
resigned. There is no other opposition candidate, so a
special general election is not required.
April 30...Washington
County 7 AM - 1 PM.
Bird Friendly Forests Tour will focus on how
birds use managed forests and how managed forests
provide habitat conditions for birds. Exact location of
tour given to registered attendees. Bring good
binoculars, water, and snacks. Lunch provided. Space
limited. For more information or to register, contact
Ashley Smith at (334) 481-2137 or
asmith@alaforestry.org.
April 30...Calhoun
County 8 - 11:30 AM.
Women in the Woods Birding Event at Camp Lee in
Anniston. On this ladies bird hike, attendees will
observe a variety of habitats including hardwood
forests, pine forests, a recent clearcut, riparian
areas, and immature longleaf pines. The hike leader will
discuss the species that utilize those habitats. Bring
water and binoculars. Wear appropriate footwear for
hiking on trails. Lunch provided. For more information
contact Amy Gaddy at (256) 689-8041 or
amy@mtmenvironmentalllc.com.
April 30...Forsyth,
Georgia 10 AM - 4 PM ET.
Georgia Forests & Water Forum will be held at
the Georgia Forestry Association Headquarters, 551 North
Frontage Road. Fee:$75; lunch provided. For more
information email Kathy Hawes at
kathy@kathyhawes.com.
> May 2024
May 1-2...New York City,
New York.
International Forest Investment Conference at
The Westin New York at Times Square. This unique
conference will be a valuable experience for timberland
investors as well as those who are intrigued but need
more insight from experts before entering the market.
Fee: $1,800. Group
discounts available. For more information contact Lisa
Kelly, Forest Economic Advisors, at (978) 944-2610 or
lkelly@getfea.com.
May 1-3...Tallahassee,
Florida.
Longleaf Academy: Fire & Longleaf 301 at
Tall Timbers Research Station, 13093 Henry Beadel Drive.
The course will include the following topics: fire
dependent species, re-introducing fire to long unburned
ecosystems, seasonal effects on native groundcover,
smoke management standards, strategic burn planning,
patch burning, fire surrogate treatments, and more. This
course is designed for experienced fire practitioners.
Weather permitting, attendees will be able to
participate in a prescribed burn. Fee: $75 for
landowners. To register, call Karen Brown, Longleaf Alliance, at
(334) 427-1029.
May 1-10...Randolph County
8 AM.
Learn and Burn on County Road 33 at GPS Coord.:
33.238271, -85.503036 The prescribed burn will be
conducted on the first available burn window between May
1-10. 4-wheelers, side-by-sides, and pickups welcome.
Please bring a folding chair and dress appropriately
(long sleeves, hat, and boots; No shorts). Fee: $10;
meal included. For more information or to register,
contact Dick Conway at (334) 742-3307 or
conwayforestry@gmail.com.
May 2...Jackson County,
Florida 9 AM - 2 PM CT.
Florida Land Steward of the Year Tour at the
property of Ronnie Stephenson. Topics will include
wildlife habitat management, controlling invasive
species, upland pine management, cultivating wildlife
mast trees, and more. For more information contact Chris
Demers at (352) 846-2375 or
cdemers@ufl.edu.
May 2...Calhoun
County 10 AM.
Board Meeting of Alabama Forever Wild Land Trust
at Jacksonville State University, 700 Pelham Road North,
Jacksonville. This meeting
will provide an opportunity for any individual who would
like to make comments concerning the program. The public
is invited to attend this meeting and is urged to submit
comments. For more information call (334) 242-3484.
Editor's Note: Here are some questions you may consider
asking yourself and others. Should the state provide
recreational activity property? Is recreation a
necessary state government provided service? Does the state need more public land
to compete with recreational opportunities (many of
which are already) provided by private forestland
owners? Does the acquisition of more public land, that
does not pay property taxes, put pressure on private
landowners to pay more
in property tax?
May 2...Walker County
6 - 8
PM.
Alabama Forestry Association Jasper Area Regional
Reception at Musgrove Country Club, 916 Country
Club Road, Jasper.
Catch up on news of importance to your forestland
investment and meet others in the forest industry in a
relaxed, comfortable environment. Contact Liz Chambers at (334) 481-2135 or
lchambers@alaforestry.org.
May 3...Online
at 11:15 - 11:30 AM CT.
Fifteen Minutes in the Forest:
Wild Turkeys in the Timber will join Virginia Forest
Landowner Education Program's Jason Fisher. Jason will
talk more about managing your woods for turkey habitat. This event will be held via Facebook Live and YouTube Premier. For more information
contact Jason Fisher at (434) 476-2147 or
jasonf@vt.edu.
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May 4...Tallapoosa County
5 PM.
Wild Game Cook-Off at
Russell Marine Boating & Outdoors, 19 Russell Marine
Road, Alexander City.
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. Call the Alabama Wildlife
Federation at 1-800-822-9453.
May 6...Pittsboro,
Mississippi 6 PM.
Estate Planning at the Calhoun County
Multipurpose Building. Speaker: Dr. Becky Smith. For
more information or to RSVP, call the Calhoun County
Extension at (662) 412-3177.
May 7...Tuscaloosa
County 10 AM.
State Oil and Gas Board of Alabama Meeting in
the Board Room of Walter B. Jones Hall, 420 Hackberry
Lane, Tuscaloosa. Learn more about the out of sight, out
of mind natural resources of Alabama. This regularly
scheduled meeting is open to the public. For more
information call (205) 349-2852.
May 7...Limestone County
5:30 PM.
Wild Game Cook-Off at
the Canebrake Club, 23015 Founders Circle, Athens.
Attend the cook-off and enjoy live music, door prizes,
youth activities, and sample wild game recipes. Fee:
$40 for up to 2 adults. Youth 15 and under free. Call the Alabama Wildlife
Federation at 1-800-822-9453.
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AFOA EDUCATIONAL
PROGRAM
May 8...Nationwide 10:00 AM to 10:15 AM (Central
Time).
CAPITAL IDEAS -- LIVE!
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.
Listen on the web or download to listen on your device
of choice: May 8, 2024 CI -- Live! This will be a
link once the program is finished and available.
Click Here for Index to
Past Conferences.
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May 8...Online 12
Noon - 1 PM CT.
Prescribed Burn Associations: Increase and Improve Your
Acres Burned will be presented via
Zoom. Come learn more about how prescribed burn
associations may help you. For more information contact Norm Haley at
(256) 574-2143 or
nvh0001@aces.edu.
May 9...Chilton County 10 AM
- 1 PM.
Recreational Fish Pond Management at 1440 County Road
223, Thorsby. Whether you are experiencing weed issues,
not sure if or when you should fertilize, or when to
stock fish, this workshop will answer all your
questions. We will also tackle wildlife issues such as
beaver and otter control. Speakers: Dr. Rusty Wright,
Auburn University, and Dana Johnson, USDA Wildlife
Services. Fee: $10; lunch provided. For more
information contact Lynn Dickinson at (334) 303-8360 or
rhodela@aces.edu.
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AFOA EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
May 9...Jefferson
County 6 - 7:50 PM.
Dinner and Discussion at
the
Paw Paw Patch, 410 Green Springs Highway, Homewood. No-host dinner at 6
PM. Then listen to a 15 minute program, and talk about
the issues with other forest landowners. Limited
seating. To attend,
RSVP AFOA at (205) 624-2225 or
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May 9...Brandon, Mississippi
6 PM.
Timber Theft at the Rankin County Extension
Office, 601 Marquette Road. Speaker: Leon Wedgeworth.
For more information or to RSVP, call the Rankin County
Extension at (601) 825-1462.
May 9...Coffeeville,
Mississippi 6 PM.
Hiring a Consultant at the Yalobusha County
Extension Office, 18025 Highway 7. Speaker: Ryan Hamrick.
For more information or to RSVP, call (662) 675-2730.
May 10...Elmore County 9 AM -
1 PM.
Elmore County Landowner Tour at 2780 Alabama
River Parkway, Millbrook. Tour topics will include
upland bird management, Callery pears and other invasive
species, riparian zones, and cost sharing. Fee: $5;
lunch included. For more information or to register,
call Katrina Mitchell at (334) 567-6301.
May 10-12...Mobile County.
EcoWild Outdoor Expo at the Mobile Convention
Center in Mobile. EcoWild is a hunting, fishing, and
conservation expo. Fee: $15. For more information email
info@ecowildexpo.com.
May 11...Calhoun County 8
- 12 Noon.
Women in Agriculture: "How to" Field Day at
Trantham Farms in Alexandria. Ladies can learn how to:
drive a tractor, connect a trailer, back a trailer, and
more. Space is limited. Lunch provided. For more
information contact Amy Gaddy at (256) 689-8041 or
amy@mtmenvironmentalllc.com.
May 13...Randolph County
5:30 - 7 PM.
Heirs' Property: Family Trees & Family Conversations
at the Randolph Roanoke Career Technology Center, 960
Main Street South, Wedowee. Heirs’ property can be
tricky to navigate, but it can be even more so when
there are several heirs to the property. Attend this
meeting to learn how to map your family tree to ensure
you have all available heirs and how to have those tough
family conversations surrounding heirs’ property. For
more information contact Rilea Robinson at (334)
292-5005 or
rar0086@auburn.edu.
May 13-14...Bibb
County.
ForestHer Basics
at Brierfield Iron Works State Park, 240 Furnace
Parkway, Brierfield. This two day workshop for women will teach how to
read maps and deeds, identify and measure forest trees,
and manage their timber and non-timber forest products.
The workshop is hands-on with demonstrations, a field
tour, and opportunities to practice new skills. Fee: $50.
For more information contact Lynn Dickinson at (334)
303-8360 or
rhodela@aces.edu.
May 14...Online
5:30 - 6:30 PM CT.
Small Ruminant
Webinar Series will be
presented via Zoom. The program explores emerging issues
in small ruminant production systems (animal health,
nutrition, marketing, and food safety). For more information contact
Dr. Kimberly Holmes at (334) 844-4000 or
ksh0035@aces.edu.
May 14...Madison County 6 PM.
Wild Game Cook-Off at
Butler Green Campus 805, 2620 Clinton Avenue West,
Huntsville.
Attend the cook-off and enjoy live music, door prizes,
youth activities, and sample wild game recipes. Fee:
$50. Youth 15 and under free. Call the Alabama Wildlife
Federation at 1-800-822-9453.
May 15-16...Tifton,
Georgia.
Longleaf Academy: Longleaf Foundations at the
ABAC School of Forestry. This course is designed for
those that would like to begin building a solid
foundation of longleaf knowledge. Expert instruction
through a combination of classroom lectures, exercises,
discussions and field tours will jump-start your
longleaf education. Fee: $50 for landowners. To
register, call Jacob Barrett, Longleaf Alliance, at
(334) 427-1029.
May 16...Walker County 6 - 8
PM.
Feral Swine Workshop at the Walker County
Extension, 1501 N Airport Road, Jasper. Learn about the
impacts and management of feral pigs. Also, see a Pig
Brig Trap Demonstration. Meal provided. For more
information or to RSVP, call Stacy Williams at (205)
387-1879x3.
May 18...Shelby County
9 AM.
Alabama Conservation Advisory Board (CAB) Meeting
at the Pelham Civic Complex, 500 Amphitheater Road,
Pelham. The decisions of this board impact all
hunting activities that take place on your land. The CAB
assists in formulating policies for the Alabama
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR),
examines all rules and regulations, and makes
recommendations for their change or amendment. This
includes hunting seasons and bag limits. Anyone
wishing to speak must register between 8 - 8:30 AM. For
more information, call (334) 242-3486.
May
20-24...Autauga County 8 AM 3:30 PM.
Learn to Burn at
a location given to registered attendees. Attendees will experience a day-long “start to finish” learning
opportunity. Actively participate with ignition
patterns, holding techniques, and mop up. The prescribed
burn will be conducted on the first available burn
window between May 20-24. Depending on weather
conditions, selected participants will be given 2 days
advanced notice before the program is held. Register
early as space is usually limited. For more information
contact Tyler Sibley at (334) 481-2155 or
tsibley@alaforestry.org.
May 21...Cullman County
9 AM - 3 PM.
ForestHer: Wildlife Workshop and Field Day at
the North Alabama Agriplex, 1714 Tallyho Street SW,
Cullman. This workshop will include information
pertaining to game species such as deer and turkey, as
well as non-game species such as birds, bats, and many
others. You will learn from wildlife professionals in
Alabama and receive many resources to get you started.
Indoor learning will be followed by a field portion to
visualize the topics presented. ForestHer programs are
offered with women landowners in mind in a relaxed, fun
setting. Fee: $25; lunch included. For more information
contact Kerry Steedley at (334)
350-0485 or
kes0150@aces.edu.
May 22...Online 12 Noon -
1 PM CT.
Predator Impact will be presented via Zoom. Come
learn how predators may have more, or less, impact on
your property than you think. For more information
contact Norm Haley at (256) 574-2143 or
nvh0001@aces.edu.
May 22...Chilton County 6 -
7:30 PM.
Stanton Well Water Quality Workshop at the
Stanton Community Center, 2021 County Road 45, Stanton.
Learn about well water testing, the basics of well
stewardship, and how to interpret water quality test
results. A free educational bacteria screening is
available to the first 20 registrants who pick up sample
bottles. Supplies are limited and only 20 bottles are
available. For more information contact Jessica Curl at
(334) 844-3809 or
jcurl@auburn.edu.
May 29...Madison,
Florida 10 AM - 12 Noon ET.
Landowner Cooperative Group Meeting at the
Madison County Extension, 184 NW College Loop. Listen to
fellow landowner, Larry Perrin, offers learning
experiences to youth through the Youth Hunt Program.
Also learn about the risk of chronic wasting disease to
Florida's deer. For more information or to RSVP, email
Megan Ellis at
megan.ellis@myfwc.com.
May 31...Online
at 11:15 - 11:30 AM CT.
Fifteen Minutes in the Forest:
Simple Tools to Measure Your Forest will
join Virginia Forest Landowner Education Program's Karen
Snape. Karen will teach you how to use simple tools to
measure the trees in your woods. This event will be held via Facebook Live and YouTube Premier. For more information
contact Karen Snape at (540) 231-6494 or
ksnape@vt.edu.
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> June 2024
June 2-7...Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
Teachers Conservation Workshop
(South) at the Best Western Hotel / Lake Thoreau
Environmental Center. This is a hands-on workshop with an
emphasis on forests and other natural resources.
Participants learn by demonstration and practical
exercises how natural resources education can be
integrated into the classroom. This is a highly active
workshop, and some activities will require participants
to be outside in the heat. Come prepared for nature
hikes, mill tours, and other outdoor activities. Forest
owners and forest products companies are urged to
sponsor a teacher. Fee: $75; lunch provided each day. Contact
Jonathan Smith at (601) 354-4936
or
jsmith@msforestry.net.
June 4...Limestone/Madison County
9 AM
- 2 PM.
Recreational Pond Management
at James Clemons High School, 11306 County Line Road,
Madison. The indoor and outdoor presentations and
demonstrations will cover it all: construction, water
quality, fish stocking and harvest, weed and wildlife
control, and everything in between. Bring a weed and/or
water sample with you to be analyzed. Registration
required. Fee: $25. For more information contact Norm
Haley at (256) 574-2143 or
nvh0001@aces.edu.
June 4...Senatobia,
Mississippi 6 PM.
Hardwood Regeneration at the Tate County
Extension Office, 205 French's Alley. Speaker: Brady
Self. For more information, RSVP to (662) 562-4274.
June 5...Online
11 AM - 12 Noon CT.
Productive Money Conversations in Family Enterprise
webinar
is presented by The Family
Business Consulting Group (FBCG). Compensation.
Inheritance. Equity. Which of these is your family able
to discuss openly? Many business-owning families defer
these important conversations, fearing misaligned
expectations or that their intentions will be
misunderstood. But waiting just creates a bigger shadow
over these critical topics. For more information contact
Kristi Daeda
at (773) 784-5008 or
daeda@thefbcg.com.
June 5...Autauga County 12 Noon
-1 PM.
Attracting Pollinators at the Autauga County
Extension Office, 2226 Highway 14 West, Autaugaville.
Learn more about the different species of pollinators
and how to attract them to your property. Bring your own
lunch. For more
information contact Lynn Dickinson at (334) 303-8360 or
rhodela@aces.edu.
June 5...Online 12 Noon -
1 PM CT.
Oak Decline will be presented via Zoom. Come
learn more about the symptoms and management of oak
decline. For more information contact Norm Haley at
(256) 574-2143 or
nvh0001@aces.edu.
June 6-7...Jackson
County.
Forestry and Wildlife Standing Committee Summer
Workshop at the Jackson County Rescue Squad, 404
Cedar Hill Drive, Scottsboro. Topics will include:
hardwood management, pond management, forest management
opportunities, shortleaf, quail management, drone
services, and bees/pollinators. Fee: $35. For more
information contact Stacy Williams at
walker@alconservationdistricts.org.
June 8...Live Oak, Florida
9 - 11 AM ET.
Elderberry Field Day at UF/IFAS North Florida
Research & Education Center (NFREC) - Suwannee Valley, 8202 County Road 417.
The program will include an indoor presentation and a
walk through elderberry plots.
For more information contact Chris Demers at (352)
846-2375 or
cdemers@ufl.edu.
June 10...Randolph County
5:30 - 7 PM.
Heirs' Property: Working with an Attorney
at Randolph County Extension Office, 1 Main Street
South, Wedowee. Attend to learn about the ‘what’,
‘who’, and ‘why’ of heirs’ property and how you can take
the next steps in finding an attorney to work with. For
more information contact Rilea Robinson at (334)
202-5005 or
rar0086@auburn.edu.
June 11-13...Spencer,
Tennessee.
Teacher Conservation Workshop
at Fall Creek Falls, 2009 Village Camp Road. The workshop will focus on forest ecology,
management and products through guest speakers, field
trips and hands-on activities. For more information call
the Tennessee Forestry Association at (615) 883-3832.
June 12...Mobile
County 9 AM - 2 PM.
Forestry Field Day at
Frank Kruse's Property, 10301 Russell Road, Citronelle. Topics will include
pond management, pitcher plant bogs, timber management,
prescribed burning, and more. Lunch provided. For
more information contact Tom Sullivan at (251) 441-6505x3 or
tsullivan@quailforever.org.
June 13...Jasper, Georgia.
North Georgia Prescribed Fire Council Meeting at
the Chattahoochee Technical College, 100 Campus Drive. Fee: $75;
$25 discount if paid by May 26. For more
information email Susan French at
susan@longleafalliance.org.
June 13...Walker County 10
AM.
Alabama Surface Mining Commission Meeting at the
Pinnacle Bank Building, 1811 2nd Avenue, Jasper. This a
public forum meeting. For more information contact Kathy
Love at (205) 221-4130x235.
June
13...Brandon, Mississippi 6 PM.
Pine Beetle Damage at the Rankin
County Extension Office, 601 Marquette Road. For more information or to RSVP call
(601) 825-1462.
June
16-21...Booneville, Mississippi.
Teachers Conservation Workshop
(North) at Northeast Mississippi Community College,
101 Cunningham Boulevard. This is a hands-on workshop
with an emphasis on forests and other natural resources.
Participants learn by demonstration and practical
exercises how natural resources education can be
integrated into the classroom. This is a highly active
workshop, and some activities will require participants
to be outside in the heat. Come prepared for nature
hikes, mill tours, and other outdoor activities. Forest
owners and forest products companies are urged to
sponsor a teacher. Fee: $150; meals and lodging
included. Contact Jonathan Smith at (601) 354-4936
or
jsmith@msforestry.net.
June 18...Jefferson County.
Special
Primary Election for vacant Alabama House District
52
seat of State Representative John Rogers. A
special primary runoff, if needed, will be held July 16, and the
special general election will be October 1, 2024.
June 20...Macon County
5:30 - 7 PM.
Heirs' Property: Family Trees & Family Conversations
at the Tusk MAC CDC, 608 Dibble Street, Tuskegee. Heirs’ property can be
tricky to navigate, but it can be even more so when
there are several heirs to the property. Attend this
meeting to learn how to map your family tree to ensure
you have all available heirs and how to have those tough
family conversations surrounding heirs’ property. For
more information contact Rilea Robinson at (334)
292-5005 or
rar0086@auburn.edu.
June 20...Gulfport,
Mississippi 6 PM.
Member Social of the Hancock/Harrison County
Forestry & Wildlife Association (CFWA). The social will
take place at the Harrison County Extension, 14281
County Farm Road. Meet and share your experiences with
other landowners in a food and fellowship setting. Meal
provided to members of the Hancock/Harrison CFWA.
Registration required by June 17. For more information
or to RSVP, contact the Harrison County Extension at
(228) 865-4227 or
tim.ray@msstate.edu.
June 24-27...Marion
County.
Traditional Hunter Education Course at the
Marion County Extension Office, 372 7th Avenue
Southwest, Hamilton. No fee. This class consists of four
days for 3 hours each day. To register, call Rebecca
Danely
at (205) 546-0215 or Katie Brown at (334) 375-0908. 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.
June 25-26...Broomfield,
Colorado.
Forest Landowners Association (FLA) National Conference
will be held at the Omni Interlocken Hotel. Fee: $900
non-FLA members; $50
discount for FLA members. Early registration discount
for FLA members. Contact Forest
Landowners Association at 1-800-325-2954 or
info@forestlandowners.com.
June 25-27...Middleton,
Tennessee.
Teacher Conservation Workshop
at UT Lone Oaks Farm, 10000 Lake Hardeman Road. The workshop will focus on forest ecology,
management and products through guest speakers, field
trips and hands-on activities. For more information call
the Tennessee Forestry Association at (615) 883-3832.
June 25-27...Jackson, Mississippi.
Teachers Conservation Workshop
(Metro) at Mississippi Ag and Forestry Museum, 1150
Lakeland Drive. This is a hands-on workshop with an
emphasis on forests and other natural resources.
Participants learn by demonstration and practical
exercises how natural resources education can be
integrated into the classroom. This is a highly active
workshop, and some activities will require participants
to be outside in the heat. Come prepared for nature
hikes, mill tours, and other outdoor activities. Forest
owners and forest products companies are urged to
sponsor a teacher. Fee: $75; lunch provided each day.
Contact Jonathan Smith at (601) 354-4936
or
jsmith@msforestry.net.
June 28...Elmore County
10 AM - 12 Noon.
Nature Journaling for Everyone at Village Green
Park, 3199 Main Street, Millbrook. Deepen your
connection to nature, hone your observation skills, and
wake up your curiosity through nature journaling. Fee:
$5. For more
information contact Lynn Dickinson at (334) 303-8360 or
rhodela@aces.edu.
> July 2024
July 1 - September 9...Online.
Online Woodland Options for Landowners is a
10-week self-paced online course that teaches the
fundamentals of forest management. Topics include
setting management goals, forest history, stewardship,
marking boundary lines, using maps, using soil surveys,
forest ecology, and more. Upon completion of the class,
you can have a draft forest management plan. The class
wraps up with an optional end-of-the-semester hands-on
field trip in a location and date still to-be-determined.
Fee: $55/family. For more information contact Jennifer Gagnon at (540)
231-6391 or
jgagnon@vt.edu.
July 8-10...Marshall
County.
Traditional Hunter Education Course at the
Arab High School Agriscience Department, 511 Arabian
Drive Northeast, Arab. No fee. This class consists of
three days for 3 hours each day. To register, call Matt
Whisenant
at (256) 572-7870. 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.
July 9...Multiple Counties
5:30 - 7 PM.
Heirs' Property: Family Tree and Family Conversations
will be held as local watch parties of the virtual event
in multiple counties around the state. Attend to learn about the ‘what’,
‘who’, and ‘why’ of heirs’ property and how you can take
the next steps in finding an attorney to work with. For
more information contact Rilea Robinson at (334)
202-5005 or
rar0086@auburn.edu.
July 10...Quincy, Florida
9 AM - 4 PM ET.
Prescribed Burning: The Basics at the North
Florida Research and Education Center, 155 Research
Road. This meeting will cover topics such as: basic burn
planning, firelines, weather factors, smoke management,
knowing when to burn, knowing how to burn, and tax payer
funding. Lunch provided. For more information contact
Chris Demers at (352) 846-2375 or
cdemers@ufl.edu.
July 10...Online
11 AM - 12 Noon CT.
The Owner's Mindset: Fostering Success At Every Age
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.
July 10...Online 12 Noon -
1 PM CT.
Southeastern Logging Trends will be presented
via Zoom. Come learn more about logging trends in the
southeast. For more information contact Norm Haley at
(256) 574-2143 or
nvh0001@aces.edu.
July 11…Jackson, Tennessee 5:30
PM.
Tennessee Forestry Association (TFA) Regional Meeting
at the Catfish Cabin Restaurant, 1290 S. Highland
Avenue. Fee: $TBD; meal included.
RSVP to Dana
Howard at (615) 883-3832 or
dhoward@tnforestry.com.
July 11...McCarley,
Mississippi 6 PM.
Carroll County Forestry Association Meeting
at McAnerney's Restaurant. Topic: Forest Health.
Speaker: Dr. Brady Self. For
more information call (662) 237-6926.
July 12...Dale County.
All About Water at the Dale County Extension
Office, 202 South Highway 134, Ozark. Come learn more
about water quality. The meeting will focus on pond
water quality, river/stream health, well water,
livestock water, and more. For more information contact Bence Carter at (334)
389-4055 or
jbc0057@aces.edu.
July 13...Grenada,
Mississippi 3 PM.
Grenada County Forestry Association Meeting
at the Lee Tart Nature Preserve. Steven Tucker will give
a wild hog trapping demonstration. For
more information call (662) 226-2061.
July 15...Madison County
8 AM.
Alabama Certified Prescribed Burn Manager
Re-certification Workshop at Alabama A&M,
Agricultural Research Center, 4900 Meridian Street
North, Huntsville. Fee: $100;
breaks and lunch provided. Limited to 60 seats. For
more information or to register, call Marti Davis at (334) 240-9332.
July 16-19...Madison County.
Alabama Certified Prescribed Burn Manager
Certification Course at Alabama A&M,
Agricultural Research Center, 4900 Meridian Street
North, Huntsville. No lodging provided. Fee: $150;
breaks and lunches provided. Limited to 60 seats. For
more information or to register, call Marti Davis at (334) 240-9332.
July 16 - August 20...Online.
The Woman Landowner Academy is a 6-week online
program hosted through a private Facebook Group, only
open to participants. Within the group you will have
exclusive access to materials, resources, land
management professionals, as well as the opportunity to
join a network of women just like you. Fee: $349. For more information contact Danielle Atkins at
(706) 631-4440 or
landandladies@gmail.com.
July 19-21...Jefferson County.
Annual World
Deer Expo at Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex, 2100
Richard Arrington, Jr. Boulevard North, Birmingham. The expo will have
hunting products, apparel, outfitters from all over the world, seminars,
outdoor celebrities, kid’s activities, and more. Fee: $TBD; kids receive
discounted admission. For more info call Channing Brown at (205) 678-4141.
July 23...Online 1 PM CT.
Prescribed Fire as a Forest Management Tool will
be presented via Zoom. For more
information email Jennifer Ryan at
jennifer.ryan2@usda.gov. If you
need assistance connecting to the webinar email
contact@sref.info.
July 23...Oxford,
Mississippi 6 PM.
Wildlife Food Plots will be held at the Lafayette
County Extension Office, 70 F.D. Buddy East Parkway. For
more information or to RSVP, call (662) 234-4451.
July 23...Covington County 6
- 7:30 PM.
Treating Aquatic Plants in Ponds at
the Covington County Extension Office, 23952 Alabama
Highway 55, Suite 4, Andalusia. Nuisance aquatic
vegetation are major problems for landowners during the
summer months. This workshop will focus on
identification and management of common aquatic plant
pests found in southeaster ponds. For more
information contact Bence Carter at (334) 389-4055 or
jbc0057@aces.edu.
July 23-25...Lee County.
Teachers Conservation Workshop
at the College of Forestry, Wildlife, & Environment in
Auburn. 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: $75.
Forest owners and forest products companies are urged to
sponsor a teacher -- cost is about $500.
Teachers are needed. Limited to 25 participants. No
repeat attendees from the previous 3 years. Contact
Ashley Smith at (334) 481-2137 or
asmith@alaforestry.org.
July 24...Online 9:30 -
10:30 AM CT.
Use It Or Lose It: Sunset of the Estate Tax Exemption
will be presented by Oakworth Capital Bank via webinar.
For more information call Janet at (205) 263-4717.
July 24...Online 12 Noon -
1 PM CT.
Influence of Prescribed Fire on Wild Turkeys will be presented
via Zoom. For more information contact Norm Haley at
(256) 574-2143 or
nvh0001@aces.edu.
July
28-30...Springfield, Ohio.
The
Walnut Council Annual Meeting
will feature tree farm tours along with an indoor
conference of presentations on hardwood management and
landowner issues. Fee: $195. For more information contact
Liz Jackson at (765) 496-5013
or
walnutcouncil@gmail.com.
July 30...Pontotoc,
Mississippi 6 PM.
Virtual Weyerhaeuser Mill Tour at the Pontotoc
Extension Office, 402 C.J. Hardin Jr. Drive. Speakers:
Benji Harrin and Rick Cozine. For more information or to
RSVP, call the Pontotoc Extension at (662) 489-3910.
July 31...Dallas County
9:30 AM - 3 PM.
Central Alabama Forest Health Workshop at the
Blackbelt Research and Extension Center, 60 County Road
944, Marion Junction. Topics will include basic
monitoring, emerging diseases, pest management, and
invasive species management. Registration required. Fee:
$15; lunch included. For more information contact Dylan
Taylor at (251) 362-2467 or
djt0014@auburn.edu.
July 31 - August
2...Macon County.
Master Goat Producer's Certification Program at
the Caprine Research and Education Unit Facilities,
Tuskegee University. Fee: $85; $10 discount if paid by
July 16. For more information contact Dr. Byeng R. Min
at (334) 724-4732 or
bmin1@tuskegee.edu.
> August 2024
August 1...Conecuh
County 10 AM.
Board Meeting of Alabama Forever Wild Land Trust
at Reid State Technical College, Building 100, 100
Highway 83, Evergreen. This meeting
will provide an opportunity for any individual who would
like to make comments concerning the program. The public
is invited to attend this meeting and is urged to submit
comments. For more information call (334) 242-3484.
Editor's Note: Here are some questions you may consider
asking yourself and others. Should the state provide
recreational activity property? Is recreation a
necessary service? Does the state need more public land
to compete with recreational opportunities (many of
which are already) provided by private forestland
owners? Does the acquisition of more public land, that
does not pay taxes, put
pressure on private landowners to (eventually) pay more
in taxes?
Forever Wild consists of over
287,997 acres as of August 1, 2023, the most recent
update on their website. How much government owned land is enough?
August 1...Walker County
5
PM.
Alabama Forestry Association Jasper Area Regional
Reception at Musgrove Country Club, 916 Country
Club Road, Jasper.
Catch up on news of importance to your forestland
investment and meet others in the forest industry in a
relaxed, comfortable environment. For more information contact Liz Chambers at (334) 481-2135 or
lchambers@alaforestry.org.
August
1-3...Montgomery County.
Farm & Land Conference at the Renaissance
Montgomery. The conference will feature an array of ag
and forestry topics. The Green Tour appears to include a
tour of Dave Hart's property in Pike County. This tour
will see different management strategies such as pine
beetle damage mitigation, harvest & replanting, longleaf
pine rotations, prescribed burning, and road
maintenance. Fee: Variable. For more information email
Anna Britton at
abritton@alfafarmers.org.
August 5...Baldwin County
8 AM.
Alabama Certified Prescribed Burn Manager
Re-certification Workshop at Graham Creek
Preserve, 23030 Wolf Bay, Foley. Fee: $100;
breaks and lunch provided. Limited to 60 seats. For
more information or to register, call Marti Davis at (334) 240-9332.
August 6...Tuscaloosa
County 10 AM.
State Oil and Gas Board of Alabama Meeting in
the Board Room of Walter B. Jones Hall, 420 Hackberry
Lane, Tuscaloosa. Learn more about the out of sight, out
of mind natural resources of Alabama. This regularly
scheduled meeting is open to the public. For more
information call (205) 349-2852.
August 6...Bascom, Florida
10 AM CT.
Tree Farm Program Meeting at the Bascom
Schoolhouse. Local forest landowners are invited to join
the Florida Tree Farm Program Board of Directors for an
inside look at the program and learn more about the
benefits of forest certification. A light lunch at noon
will be followed by a tour of The Bascom Urban Forest.
For more information or to attend, RSVP Brittany at
(850) 222-5646.
August 6...Autauga County
12 Noon - 1 PM.
Lunch & Learn: Forest Management at
the Autauga County Extension Office, 2226 Highway 14
West, Autaugaville. Come learn about Forest Management
and why having a management plan in place is important,
and how to begin the process of creating a plan. Bring
your lunch. For more information contact Lynn
Dickinson at (334) 303-8360 or
rhodela@aces.edu.
August 6...Online 2
- 3 PM CT.
Navigating Economic Development in Forestry in the South will
be presented via Zoom. Abundant forest resources, in the
southern states of the U.S. and across the nation, are
under-utilized creating fantastic opportunities to
expand the forest industry and create more jobs-
especially in rural areas. If you need
assistance connecting to the webinar email
contact@sref.info.
August 6-9...Baldwin County.
Alabama Certified Prescribed Burn Manager
Certification Course at Graham Creek Preserve,
23030 Wolf Bay, Foley. No lodging provided. Fee: $150;
breaks and lunches provided. Limited to 60 seats. For
more information or to register, call Marti Davis at (334) 240-9332.
August 6-9...Atlanta,
Georgia.
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. For more information contact IWF at (404) 693-8333 or
info@iwfatlanta.com.
August 7...Online
12 Noon - 1 PM CT.
Drone Use in Forest Operations will be presented
via Zoom. Come learn more about how drones are being
used in timber harvesting, erosion monitoring, and storm
damage assessments. For more information contact Norm Haley at
(256) 574-2143 or
nvh0001@aces.edu.
August 8...Mayo, Florida 9
AM - 12 Noon ET.
Forest Management & Wildfire Mitigation Workshop
at the Lafayette County Extension Office, 176 SW
Community Circle, Ste. D. Topics will include forestry
herbicide selection and timing as well as planning for,
performing, and benefits of prescribed burning. A
prescribed burn demonstration will take place if
conditions allow. For more information contact (386)
294-1279 or
elbeach@ufl.edu.
August 8...Walker County
10 AM.
Alabama Surface Mining Commission Meeting at the
Pinnacle Bank Building, 1811 2nd Avenue, Jasper. This a
public forum meeting. For more information contact Kathy
Love at (205) 221-4130x235.
August 8...Lauderdale County 6 PM.
Alabama Forestry Association Shoals Area Regional
Reception at Sweetwater Depot, 502 S. Royal
Avenue, Florence. Catch
up on news of importance to your forestland investment
and meet others in the forest industry in a relaxed,
comfortable environment. For more information contact Liz Chambers at (334) 481-2135 or
lchambers@alaforestry.org.
August 9-11...Savannah, Georgia.
Georgia Forestry Association (GFA) Annual Conference
at the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa Hutchison Island.
Continuing education credits available. Fee: $600. For
more information contact Randee Formby at (706)
845-9085 or
rformby@asginfo.net.
August 10...Barbour
County 8 - 11:30 AM.
Firearms 101 at the Barbour Wildlife Management
Area (WMA) Shooting Range, 370 County Road 49, Comer.
This is a Handgun 101 class which focuses on firearm
safety and marksmanship from certified firearms
instructors. Class sizes are limited. A Wildlife
Heritage License, current Hunting License, or Wildlife
Management Area License is required. For more
information or to register, call (334) 242-3620.
Editor's Note: The state of Alabama received over
$27,500,000 (that is 27.5 Million) from the
Pittman-Robertson Act Fund for fiscal year 2023. Target
shooters contribute 75 cents of every dollar contributed
(through taxes) to the Pittman-Robertson Fund. Alabama
receives $3 from the federal government for every dollar
it collects in license (heritage, hunting & fishing)
sales.
August 10...Elmore County
5 PM.
Wild Game Cook-Off at Alabama Wildlife
Federation Headquarters, 3050 Lanark Road, Millbrook.
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. Call the Alabama Wildlife
Federation at 1-800-822-9453.
August 14...Walker
County 7 AM - 2:30 PM.
Land Management Workshop at Bevill State
Community College, Wade Math & Science Building, 14th Street East, Jasper. Landowners welcome.
Topics include Taxation & Transferals, Best Management
Practices, Ethics,
Hogs, Loggers update, and NRCS Programs. Pre-registration required.
PLM/CFE credits available. For more
information or to register, call Stacy at (205) 387-1879.
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August 14...Nationwide 10:00 AM to 10:15 AM (Central
Time).
CAPITAL IDEAS -- LIVE!
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.
Listen on the web or download to listen on your device
of choice: August 14, 2024 CI -- Live! This will be a
link once the program is finished and available.
Click Here for Index to
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August 14...Sebring,
Florida 10 AM - 3 PM ET.
Herbicide Fundamentals Workshop at Highlands
Hammock State Park, 5931 Hammock Road. This workshop
will focus on fundamental skills and knowledge for
herbicide applicators. Bring your own lunch. For more
information contact Chris Demers at (352) 846-2375 or
cdemers@ufl.edu.
August 15...Byrdstown, Tennessee
8:30 AM - 1 PM CT.
Timber Sale Workshop at the Pickett County
Agricultural Learning Center, 155 Skyline Drive.
Instructor: Dr. David Mercker, University of Tennessee
Extension. To register, contact Billy Garrett (931)
864-3310 or
bgarret4@utk.edu.
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AFOA EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
August 15...Shelby
County 6 - 8 PM.
Dinner and Discussion at
The Anvil Pub, 611 Doug
Baker Boulevard, Suite 103, Hoover, AL 35242. The Anvil
Pub is in the Lee Branch Shopping Center near Tazikis. No-host dinner at 6
PM. Then listen to a 15 minute program, and talk about
the issues with other forest landowners. Limited
seating. To attend,
RSVP AFOA at (205) 624-2225 or
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August 16...Dickson, Tennessee
8:30 AM - 1 PM CT.
Timber Sale Workshop at the Dickson County
Government Building, 303 Henslee Drive. Instructor: Dr.
David Mercker, University of Tennessee Extension. To
register, contact Vickie Witcher (615) 446-2788 or
vwitcher@tennessee.edu.
August 22...Online 1 PM
CT.
Is it Time to Thin Your Timber Stand? This
Microsoft Teams webinar will cover how thinning can
bring increased return on investment from the sale of
higher-value forest product and periodic income from the
multiple harvests that lead to those higher-value forest
products. Thinning can also provide improved access for
equipment, people, and wildlife, and a healthy, vigorous
forest with less risk of insect infestation, and
destructive fire. For more information contact Chris
Demers at (352) 846-2375 or
cdemers@ufl.edu.
August 23...Ona, Florida
9:30 AM - 3 PM ET.
Wild Hog Management Workshop at the Range Cattle
Research and Education Center, 3401 Experiment Station.
This meeting will feature a presentation by Dr. Hance
Ellington, University of Florida, and trap
demonstrations. For more information or to RSVP, contact
Lacey at (772) 696-3587 or
lacey.mcclenithan@myfwc.com.
August 24...Baldwin
County 8 AM - 5 PM.
Traditional Hunter Education Course at the
Five Rivers Delta Resources Center, 30945 Five Rivers
Boulevard, Spanish Fort. No fee. This is a one day class
with a lunch break. To register, call Wesley Weaver
at (251) 862-2184. 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.
August
24...Philadelphia, Mississippi 8:30 AM.
Forestry and Wildlife Field Day at Oleo Acres,
10181 Road 1714. Topics will include: Drought/Bug
Damage, Wildlife Management, Pond Management, and NRCS
Practices. Bring your own chairs. Lunch provided. Must
register by August 9. To RSVP call (601) 656-8783x3.
August 27...Bibb County
5:30 - 7:30 PM.
Creating a Better Habitat for Deer and Turkey at
the Sawmeal Restaurant, 6880 Highway 5, Brent. Come
learn to create a management plan. Fee: $10;
meal provided. For more information contact Lynn
Dickinson at (334) 303-8360 or
rhodela@aces.edu.
August 27...Randolph County
5:30 - 7 PM.
Heirs' Property:
Family Tree and Family Conversations
at the Randolph County Extension Office, 1 Main Street
South, Wedowee. For more
information contact Rilea Robinson at (334) 202-5005 or
rar0086@auburn.edu.
August 27-29...Amelia
Island,
Florida.
Florida Forestry Association (FFA) Annual Meeting at
the Omni Amelia Island Resort. Fee: $475; $80 discount
if paid by July 29. For more information contact FFA at (850) 222-5646
or
krista@flforestry.org.
August 29-30...Fayette
County.
Forestry Continuing Education at Beville State
Community College in Fayette. Topics include:
Land Surveying, Law Enforcement, and Land & Timber
Investment. CFE
hours available. This meeting is geared toward foresters,
but landowners welcome as well. Fee: $225; lunch included
both days. For more
information call Jim Sims at (205) 932-0469.
> September 2024
September 3 - October
31...Statewide.
Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest is open to amateur
photographers. Categories include, but
not limited to: Birds, Bugs, Wildlife, Cold-blooded
Critters, Nature-Based Recreation, Scenic, Shoots and
Roots, Alabama State Parks, Scenic, and more. For more
information contact Billy Pope at (334) 242-3151 or
billy.pope@dcnr.alabama.gov.
September 4...Online
12 Noon - 1 PM CT.
Sustainable Trails will be presented
via Zoom. Come learn more about sustainable trails as we
discuss the science behind the path and practical tips
for landowners or managers. For more information contact Norm Haley at
(256) 574-2143 or
nvh0001@aces.edu.
September 4...Online
1 PM CT.
Decoding the Chevron Doctrine Ruling will be
presented via Zoom. In this Landowner Learning Session,
hear from Charles Yates, an attorney in Pacific Legal
Foundation’s environmental practice group, about the
history of the Chevron Doctrine and how this decision by
the Supreme Court may change how Congress, the agencies,
and the courts approach environmental laws and
regulations moving forward. For more information email
Michelle Cain at
mcain@forestlandowners.com.
September 4...Marianna,
Florida 6:30 - 8:30 PM CT.
Managing Land and Hunting with CWD at Jackson
County Agriculture Center, 3631 Highway 90. Enjoy a
delicious dinner and take part in a lively 30-minute Q&A
session with the experts. Don’t miss this opportunity to
stay informed, manage your herd effectively, and make a
difference. For more information contact the National
Deer Association at 1-800-209-3337 or
info@deerassociation.com.
September 4-6....Pigeon
Forge, Tennessee.
Tennessee Forestry Association Annual Meeting at
Dolly's HeartSong Lodge & Resort. Fee: $385. For more
information contact
Dana Howard at (615) 883-3832 or
dhoward@tnforestry.com.
September 5...Chilton
County 8 AM - 3:45 PM.
Alabama Prescribed Fire Council Annual Meeting
at the Jefferson State Community College, Clanton
Campus, 1850 Lay Dam Road, Clanton. Landowners and land
managers welcome to attend. Fee: $50; lunch included.
For more information contact Tyler Sibley at (334)
481-2155 or
tsibley@alaforestry.org.
September 6...Tracy
City, Tennessee.
Landowner Field Day at 421 Sally Branch Road.
Topic: Timber Management. Lunch provided. To RSVP,
call Grundy County Extension at (931) 592-3971.
September 6...Online
at 11:15 - 11:30 AM CT.
Fifteen Minutes in the Forest:
Using Drones in Forest Management will join Virginia Forest Landowner
Education Program's Jennifer Gagnon as she visits with
John McGee, Virginia Tech, and Daniel Cross, CMI, to learn
how they use drones in forest management activities. This event will be held via Facebook
Live and YouTube Premier. For more information contact
Jennifer Gagnon at (540) 231-6391 or
jgagnon@vt.edu.
View on Youtube.
View
on Facebook.
September 7…Tullahoma,
Tennessee 7 AM.
Healthy Hardwoods Field Day at University of
Tennessee Forest Resources Highland Rim AgResearch &
Education Center, 623 UT Farm Road. Topic: Forest
Carbon Credit Markets. Contact Dana Howard at (615) 883-3832 or
dhoward@tnforestry.com.
September 7...Tallapoosa County
8:30 AM
- 12 Noon.
Recreational
Fish Pond Management at
Central Alabama Community College, 1675 Cherokee Road,
Alexander City. Come learn more about weed ID and
control, pond fertility, pond health, maintenance, and
animal control. There will also be an electrofishing
assessment demonstration. Bring a pond weed to be
identified and a water sample for testing. Fee: $5. For more
information contact Shane Harris at (256) 825-1050 or
aharris@aces.edu.
September
8-10...Baldwin County.
Alabama Forestry Association Annual Meeting at
the Perdido Beach Resort in Orange Beach. Fee: $550; $55
discount if paid by August 9.
For more information contact Liz Chambers at (334) 481-2135 or
lchambers@alaforestry.org.
September 9...Online 12
Noon - 1 PM CT.
Fall Pond Maintenance will be presented via
Zoom. Dr. Rusty Wright, Auburn University, will talk
about all the things we can do this fall to ensure our
ponds are in the best possible condition as we approach
spring. For more information contact Lynn Dickinson at
(334) 303-8360 or
rhodela@aces.edu.
September 10...Clay County.
Progressive Agriculture Safety Day (Kids Only) at
Clay County Livestock in Lineville. 6th grade students only.
For more information call Stephanie Tobin at (256)
354-5976.
September 10...Multiple Counties
5:30 - 7 PM.
Heirs' Property:
Working with the Tax Office
will be held as local watch parties of the virtual event
in multiple counties around the state. For
more information contact Jamie Mardis at (334)
734-0121 or
jcm0235@auburn.edu.
September 11...Bibb
County 8 AM.
Local Working Group at the BMC Wellness Center,
285 Hospital Drive, Centreville. The Local Working
Group's purpose is to find out from local agricultural
producer, private landowners, professionals, and
individuals what natural resource problems exist at the
local level. Light breakfast served. For more
information contact (205) 926-4360 or
bibb@alconservationdistricts.org.
September 12...Blount 9
AM - 2 PM.
Feral Hog Control Workshop at the Blount County
Multipurpose Center, 6700 County Road 1, Cleveland. This
workshop will provide an overview of feral hog biology,
damage impact, control methods, and a toxicant update as
well as an on-site trapping demonstration. Fee: $25. For more information contact Norm Haley at
(256) 574-2143 or
nvh0001@aces.edu.
September 12...Lee County
6 - 7 PM.
Heirs' Property
Essentials: Navigating Family Connections & Discussions
at the Benny Adkins Center, 205 S 10th Street, Opelika.
Come learn about what heirs’ property is and how it can
affect you and your family. For
more information on this meeting and other heirs'
property meetings, contact Rilea Robinson at (334)
202-5005 or
rar0086@auburn.edu.
September 13-15...Marshall
County.
Southern Christmas Tree Association Annual Meeting
will be held at Lake Guntersville State Park Lodge &
Conference Center, 1155 Lodge Drive, Guntersville.
Friday will consist of open-farm visits at Moody Farms
near Oneonta and Springfield Christmas Tree Farm near
Boaz. Saturday will be meetings at the Lodge, and
Frazier Christmas Tree Farm will host a farm tour on
Sunday. For more information contact Michael Buchart at
(225) 505-6335 or
sctaes@gmail.com.
September 14...Jackson, Tennessee
7 AM.
Healthy Hardwoods Field Day at the University of
Tennessee Experiment Station. Topic: Forest Carbon
Credit Markets.
Contact Dana Howard at (615) 883-3832 or
dhoward@tnforestry.com.
September 14...Autauga
County 9 AM - 6 PM.
Traditional Hunter Education Course at the
Bass Pro Shops, 2553 Rocky Mount Road, Prattville. No fee. This is a one day class
with a 1 hour lunch break. Bring your own lunch. To register, call
Vernon McEwen
at (334) 224-7011. 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.
September 17...Randolph County
5:30 - 7 PM.
Heirs' Property:
Working with the Tax Office
at the Randolph County Extension Office, 1 Main Street
South, Wedowee. For more
information contact Rilea Robinson at (334) 202-5005 or
rar0086@auburn.edu.
September 17...Grenada,
Mississippi 6 PM.
Grenada County Forestry Association Meeting
at the Grenada County Extension Office, 1240 Fairground
Road, Suite E. Topic: Timber Tax. Speaker: Dr.
Steve Dicke. For more information or to RSVP, call the
Extension Office at (662) 226-2061.
September
17-18...Covington County.
Forest Management Meeting at the Solon Dixon
Forestry Education Center, 12130 Dixon Center Road,
Andalusia. Topics will include: Herbicide, Seedling
Care, Even/Uneven Management, Site Prep, Fire, Cost
Share, Forest Health, and more. Some lodging is
available at the Dixon Center. Fee: $50; lodging not
included. For more information or to register, contact
Melissa Wise at (334) 222-1122 or
mlw0025@auburn.edu.
September
17-18...Athens, Georgia.
Hardwood Silviculture and Management at Flinchum’s Phoenix, 650 Phoenix Drive. This course
will help the attendee learn to make effective
silviculture and management decisions on regenerating
and managing oak forests.
Instructors: Drs. David Clabo & Stephen Peairs. Fee: $325.
For more information contact James Johnson at (706) 308-6396 or
james.johnson26@uga.edu.
September 19...Cordele,
Georgia 8 AM - 4 PM ET.
Georgia Prescribed Fire Council Annual Meeting
at the Lake Blackshear Resort & Golf Club, 2459 US-280
West, Cordele. Fee: $75. Lunch included. For more information email Susan
French,
Longleaf Alliance, at
susan@longleafalliance.org.
September 19...Jefferson County
6 PM.
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: youth
under 15 free. Call the
Alabama Wildlife Federation at (334) 285-4550.
September 20...Online
at 11:15 - 11:30 AM CT.
Fifteen Minutes in the Forest:
ROWs Can Be Wow Habitat will join Virginia Forest Landowner
Education Program's Adam Downing to explore
opportunities for creating wildlife habitat in an
unlikely place - right-of-ways. This event will be held via Facebook
Live and YouTube Premier. For more information contact
Jennifer Gagnon at (540) 231-6391 or
jgagnon@vt.edu.
View on Youtube.
View
on Facebook.
September
20-21...Chilton County.
Alabama Beekeepers Association Fall Conference
at the Clanton Conference and Performing Arts Center,
1850 Lay Dam Road, Clanton. Fee: $85. Pre-registration,
which includes meals, ends September 15. For more
information email Vince Wallace at
president@alabamabeekeepers.com.
September
21...Pickens County 8 AM - 12:30 PM.
Firearms 101 at the Gordo Police Shooting Range,
601 Double Bridge Road, Gordo. This is a Handgun 101
class which focuses on firearm safety and marksmanship
from certified firearms instructors. Class sizes are
limited. A Wildlife Heritage License, current Hunting
License, or Wildlife Management Area License is
required. For more information or to register, call
(334) 242-3620. Editor's Note: The state of Alabama
received over $27,500,000 (that is 27.5 Million) from
the Pittman-Robertson Act Fund for fiscal year 2023.
Target shooters contribute 75 cents of every dollar
contributed (through taxes) to the Pittman-Robertson
Fund. Alabama receives $3 from the federal government
for every dollar it collects in license (heritage,
hunting & fishing) sales.
September
21...Natchez, Mississippi 9 AM - 2 PM.
Hardwood Workshop at the Adams County Extension,
75A Carthage Point Road. Topics will include: Hardwood
Regeneration, Timber Stand Improvement, Invasive
Control, Management Practices, and more.
Pre-registration required. For more information or to
RSVP, call (601) 445-8201.
September 24...Quitman,
Mississippi 6 PM.
Pine Decline at Chefski's Restaurant, 124 Main
Street. Speaker: Kristy McAndrew.
For more information or to RSVP, call
the Clarke County Extension Office at (601) 776-3951.
September
24...Waynesboro, Mississippi 6 PM.
Basics of Estate Planning at the Waynesboro
Library. Speaker: Dr. Becky Smith, MSU Extension. To
RSVP, call Wayne County Extension at (601) 735-2243.
September 25...Milton,
Florida 9 AM - 4 PM CT.
Prescribed Burning: The Basics at the Santa Rosa
County Extension Office, 6263 Dogwood Drive. Topics will
include: basic burn planning, fire lines, weather
factors, smoke management, knowing when to burn, how to
burn, and cost-share opportunities. This is an indoor
seminar. Lunch provided. Registration is required and
limited to 40 attendees. To register, call (850)
333-4776.
September 26...Morgan County 5:30 PM.
Wild Game Cook-Off at Ingalls Harbor,
802-B Wilson Street NW, Decatur. Attend the
cook-off and enjoy live music, door prizes, youth activities, and sample
wild game recipes. Fee: $50; youth under 15 free. Call the Alabama Wildlife Federation
at (334) 285-4550.
September
27...Winston County 9 AM - 3 PM.
Forestry Field Day at Natural Bridge Recreation
Area, County Road 63, Houston. For more information
contact Zac Brannon at (205) 489-5376 or
zdb0006@auburn.edu.
September 27...Jefferson County
10
AM - 1 PM.
Chainsaw Safety
Workshop at Ruffner Mountain, 1214 81st Street
South, Birmingham. This workshop 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 Lynn
Dickinson at (334) 303-8360 or
rhodela@aces.edu.
> October 2024
October 1...Pontotoc,
Mississippi 8:30 AM.
Field Day will meet at 3736 Highway 345.
Multi-county field day. For more information or to
RSVP, call (662) 412-3177.
October 1...Meridian,
Mississippi 6:30 PM.
Engineered Woods at the Lauderdale Extension
Office. This meeting will feature a presentation on
Huber Engineered Woods. For more information or to
RSVP, call (601) 482-9764.
October 2...Montgomery
County 12 Noon - 1 PM.
Creepy Critters at Montgomery Cultural Arts
Center, 1018 Madison Avenue, Montgomery. Come learn
about the spiders, snakes, scorpions, and other critters
that live in Alabama. For more information call (334)
245-8053.
October 2...Online 12
Noon - 1 PM CT.
Alabama's
Historic Cemeteries will be presented via
Zoom. Come learn more about Alabama’s Historic
Cemeteries and what landowners with these sites on their
properties can do for their preservation. For more information contact Norm Haley at
(256) 574-2143 or
nvh0001@aces.edu.
October
2-4...Baldwin County.
Alabama Landowners Conference
at The Lodge at Gulf State Park, Gulf Shores.
Topics will include Wild Turkeys, Venomous Snakes of
Alabama, Beekeeping for Beginners, Timber Harvests for
Wildlife, Forest Products Industry Update, and more. Field tour on day one. Awards
presented on day three: Tree Farm, Helene Mosley Memorial, W. Kelly Mosely,
and others. Fee: $150. For more information contact
William Green at (334) 451-4488 or
wmgreen@alfafarmers.org.
October 3...Louisville,
Mississippi 9 AM.
Mill Tour will feature a tour of the Winston
Plywood and Veneer Mill. For more information or to
RSVP, call (662)
323-5916.
October
4...Chilton County 8 AM - 2 PM.
Fall Mill Tour will meet at the Clapp Farm, 229 Crumpton Avenue,
Maplesville. This is a walking tour. Registration due by
October 2. Fee: $20. For more information call the
Chilton County Extension at (205) 280-6268.
October 4-6...Shelby County.
Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW)
at the Alabama 4-H Center on Lay Lake near Columbiana.
Participants choose from over 50 courses such as:
backyard wildlife, rock climbing, camp cooking, map and
compass, camping, mountain biking, fishing, hunting,
canoeing, bird watching, shooting sports, and many more.
For women 18 years or older. Courses are held rain or
shine. Registration opens August 1 for first-time
participants and August 7 for returning participants. Fee: $275; includes meals and dorm-style lodging. For more
information call BOW at (334) 242-3620.
October 5...Glen St. Mary,
Florida 8:30 AM ET.
Deer Hunting 101 at South Prong Plantation,
13538 Brince Way. This event is to provide women, youth,
and families with hands-on opportunities to learn new
skills or build on their existing ones regarding
whitetail deer and deer hunting. You will have the
opportunity to learn from experienced hunters, shooters,
and outdoors enthusiasts. Fee: $15; lunch
included. For more information contact Michael Smith at (386)
623-3780 or
james.smith@myfwc.com.
October 7...Walton
County,
Florida 8 AM - 2 PM CT.
Landowner Tour at the
Property of Gus Andrews. Mr. Andrews has been working to
improve the habitat for Bobwhite quail, white-tailed
deer, and turkey. For more information contact Chris Demers at
(352) 846-2375 or
cdemers@ufl.edu.
October 7...Lauderdale County
8:30
AM - 3:30 PM.
Chainsaw Safety
Class at the Lauderdale County Forestry
Commission, 1212 Waterloo Road, Florence. Topics
will include: Safety Practices, Chainsaw Design,
Ergonomics, Starting, Limbing & Bucking, Basic Felling.
Instructor: Gary Ickes, Master Arborist. Fee: $10; lunch
included. For more information contact Kerry Steedley at
(334) 350-0485 or
kes0150@aces.edu.
October 7...Baldwin County 6 PM.
Wild Game Cook-Off
at Bluegill Restaurant, 3775 Battleship Parkway, Spanish
Fort.
Attend the cook-off and enjoy live music, door prizes,
youth activities, and sample wild game recipes.
Fee: $50; youth under 15 free. Call the Alabama Wildlife
Federation at (334) 285-4550.
October 7-9...Lee County.
Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) Conference at the
Hotel at Auburn University & Dixon Conference Center.
Day 3 will include a tour of a CLT building and a CLT
strength testing demonstration. Fee: $535. For more information contact Adam Maggard at (334) 844-2401 or
adm0074@auburn.edu.
October 7-10...Knoxville,
Tennessee.
International Oak Symposium will address the
most current issues and complexities related to
science-based management of oak species and forests at
global, regional, and local scales. Fee: $550. For more
information contact Callie Schweitzer at (256) 603-0969
or
callie.schweitzer@usda.gov.
October
8-11...Miramar Beach, Florida.
Biennial Longleaf Conference
at the Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort. Fee: $625. For more information
contact (802) 865-5202 or
info@delaneymeetingevent.com.
October 10...Online 11 AM
- 12 Noon CT.
Managing the Right Species on the Right Site: Part 1 -
Site Selection will be presented via Zoom. This
webinar will review the influence of site
characteristics on species composition. Understanding
which trees grow best in each area on the property is
the first step in deciding how to harvest and regenerate
a forest. If you need assistance connecting to the
webinar email
contact@sref.info.
October 11...Cullman
County 9 AM - 2 PM.
Landowner Tour at the Stouts Mountain Ranch,
20819 Alabama Highway 91, Hanceville. The tour will
highlight pine thinning techniques, prescribed burning,
wildlife habitat enhancements, markets for pine
products, and the challenges of growing pine. Light breakfast and lunch provided. For
more information or to register, call (256) 765-0397.
You may also
Register Here.
October
12...Shelby County 9 AM - 12:30 PM.
Firearms 101 at the State Shooting Range, 19206
Highway 25, Columbiana. This is a Handgun 101
class which focuses on firearm safety and marksmanship
from certified firearms instructors. Class sizes are
limited. A Wildlife Heritage License, current Hunting
License, or Wildlife Management Area License is
required. For more information or to register, call
(334) 242-3620. Editor's Note: The state of Alabama
received over $27,500,000 (that is 27.5 Million) from
the Pittman-Robertson Act Fund for fiscal year 2023.
Target shooters contribute 75 cents of every dollar
contributed (through taxes) to the Pittman-Robertson
Fund. Alabama receives $3 from the federal government
for every dollar it collects in license (heritage,
hunting & fishing) sales.
October
15-17...Moultrie, Georgia.
Sunbelt Agricultural
Exposition at Spence Field, 290-G Harper Blvd.
Activities: Tractor & ATV test drives, Stock Dog Trials,
educational seminars, and much more. Fee: $15; $3
discount if purchased in advance. For more information
call (229) 985-1968.
October 16...Online
12 Noon - 1 PM CT.
Data Driven Deer Management will be presented
via Zoom. This webinar will provide an overview of the
data hunters and land managers should collect to better
manage their deer herd and habitat. For more information contact Norm Haley at
(256) 574-2143 or
nvh0001@aces.edu.
October 16-17...Online.
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
October 2. Contact Pamela Smith at (770) 725-8447 or
psmith@forisk.com.
October 17...Online 11 AM
- 12 Noon CT.
Managing the Right Species on the Right Site: Part
2 -
Species Selection will be presented via Zoom. This
webinar will review the influence of site
characteristics on species composition. Understanding
which trees grow best in each area on the property is
the first step in deciding how to harvest and regenerate
a forest. If you need assistance connecting to the
webinar email
contact@sref.info.
October
17...Montgomery County 1 - 5 PM.
Natural Resources Tour at the Eddie Carlson &
Family Property, 302 Collier Road, Grady.
Pre-registration required. Fee: $10; meal provided. For
more information contact Jimmy Smitherman at (334)
850-0343 or
bixlekr@aces.edu.
October 17...Russell
County 3 PM ET.
Forestry Tour and Dinner at the Patterson
Plantation, 1226 Alabama Highway 165, Fort Mitchell.
Alternate rain date is October 24. Fee: $20. For more
information call Jennifer Davidson at (334) 298-6845.
October 17...Dallas County 6 PM.
Wild Game Cook-Off
at ArtsRevive, 3 Church Street, Selma.
Attend the cook-off and enjoy live music, door prizes,
youth activities, and sample wild game recipes.
Fee: $50; two adults. Youth under 15 free. Call the Alabama Wildlife
Federation at (334) 285-4550.
October 18...Macon County
8:30 AM - 1 PM.
Trapping 101: Effective Techniques for Hog Management
at 775 Old Montgomery Highway, Shorter. Come enjoy a day
of learning about hog management and trapping. Lunch
provided. RSVP by October 14 to (334) 498-0517 or
macon@alconservationdistricts.org.
October 18...Online
at 11:15 - 11:30 AM CT.
Fifteen Minutes in the Forest:
Sweetgum - Love it or Hate it will join Virginia Forest Landowner
Education Program's Neil Clark to talk about a native
tree species that inspires a lot of passion for some
woodland owners. This event will be held via Facebook
Live and YouTube Premier. For more information contact
Jennifer Gagnon at (540) 231-6391 or
jgagnon@vt.edu.
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on Facebook.
October 21...McDavid,
Florida 8:45 AM - 1 PM CT.
Land Management Workshop for Women at 8801 South
Highway 99. Topics include: Herbicide, Chainsaws,
Financial Planning, and Landowner Resources. Bring your
lunch and lawn chair. For more information or to
register, contact Cathy Hardin at (850) 587-5237 or
cathy.hardin@fdacs.gov.
October 22...Jackson
County 8:45 AM - 2 PM.
New & Beginning Recreational/Forest Landowner Workshop
at Northeast Alabama Community College, Workforce
Development Building, 138 Alabama Highway 35,
Rainsville. Recreational landowner’s often have multiple
management goals for their property and with these come
tradeoffs towards achieving and balancing wildlife and
timber production. This program will allow for attendees
to ask questions related directly to their goals and
property. For more information contact Norm Haley at
(256) 574-2143 or
nvh0001@aces.edu.
October 22-23...Athens,
Georgia.
Forestry for Non-Foresters at Flinchum’s Phoenix,
Whitehall Forest, 650 Phoenix Road. This course will be especially
useful for landowners and those who work with foresters
and the forest industry such as forestry agencies,
associations, forestry investment firms, real estate
investment trusts and banking institutions with forest
investments. Part of the course experience is
outside. Fee: $400; $50 discount if paid by October 8.
For more information contact James Johnson at (706)
308-6396 or
james.johnson26@uga.edu. See the leaders of this course give a
teaser
presentation at the 2016 AFOA Annual Meeting.
October
23-25...Flowood, Mississippi.
Mississippi Forestry Association (MFA) Annual Meeting
at the Sheraton Refuge Hotel & Conference Center,
2200 Refuge Boulevard. Fee:
$550/non-member. For more information call Lauren
Hawkins at (601)
354-4936 or
lhawkins@msforestry.net.
October 24...Hilliard,
Florida 9 AM - 2 PM ET.
Landowner Tour at the Vanzant Farm, 4848 Vanzant
Road. Meet the landowner, Floyd Vanzant, and witness a
7-generation family farm legacy, and learn about the
economic and environmental benefits of a silvopasture
operation. For more information contact Chris Demers at
(352) 846-2375 or
cdemers@ufl.edu.
October 24...Tuscaloosa County 6 PM.
Wild Game Cook-Off
at Ray C. Jenkins Multipurpose Arena, 6025 Watermelon
Road, Northport.
Attend the cook-off and enjoy live music, door prizes,
youth activities, and sample wild game recipes.
Fee: $50. Youth under 15 free. Call the Alabama Wildlife
Federation at (334) 285-4550.
October 25...Earleton,
Florida 9 AM - 2 PM ET.
Landowner Tour at Sparkleberry Farm, County Road
1469. Attend a tour of the property to gain some
valuable, hands-on information about multiple-use forest
management, and network with professionals and other
landowners who share your interests. This is a walking
tour. For more information contact Chris Demers at (352)
846-2375 or
cdemers@ufl.edu.
October 25-26...Cromwell,
Connecticut.
The American Chestnut Foundation (TACF)
Symposium at the Courtyard Hartford Cromwell. Fee: $275;
$50 discount if paid by September 22.
For more information call TACF at
(828) 281-0047.
October 26...Glen St.
Mary,
Florida 9 AM - 3 PM ET.
Landowner Tour at
South Prong Plantation, 13538 Brince Way. The event will
cover a range of topics, including balancing timber
production with wildlife habitat management, setting
personalized land management goals, and accessing
valuable resources for future projects. Fee: $20; lunch
included. For more information contact Chris Demers at (352)
846-2375 or
cdemers@ufl.edu.
October
26-27...Etowah County.
Alabama Mushroom Faire at Noccalula Falls Park
in Gadsden. Topics will include Wild Food
Foraging, Cooking with Mushrooms, Chanterelles, Mushroom
Odors, Mushroom Cultivation, Lichens, and more. Fee:
$25; $10 discount if purchasing a weekend pass. Children
under 12 admitted free. For more
information email Anthoni Goodman at
almushroomsoc@gmail.com.
October 30...Online 12
Noon - 1 PM CT.
Venomous Snakes of Alabama will be presented via
Zoom. Come learn more about Alabama’s venomous snakes as
we discuss their identification, habitats, and how to
live among the snakes in our state. For more information contact Norm Haley at
(256) 574-2143 or
nvh0001@aces.edu.
October 30...Online 12
Noon - 1 PM CT.
Timber Tax: Capturing Loss from Hurricane Helene will
be presented via Zoom. This webinar will provide an
update of Hurricane Helene timber damage, and strategies
for capturing losses for tax purposes, as well as an
overview on various timber tax topics. Topics include
timber basis, IRS distinctions between a business,
investment or a hobby, what is a back cruise and when is
it helpful in determining taxes, when to use form T, and
a host of other helpful topics for a landowner
considering tax implications and best strategies
relating to timber. If you need
assistance connecting to the webinar email
contact@sref.info.
> November 2024
November 1...Escambia
County 8 AM - 2:30 PM.
Southeastern Regional Agroforestry Expo at
Magnolia Branch Wildlife Reserve, 24 Big Creek Road,
Atmore. The Expo will feature a field tour covering the
following topics: What's a Food Forest, Feral Swine
Trapping and Management, Apiary Management and
Pollinator Plants, and Specialty Habitat Management. The
Expo will also feature a prescribed burn demonstration.
For more information contact Jessica Ascott at (334)
658-1576 or
jessica.ascott@usda.gov.
November 1...Online
at 11:15 - 11:30 AM CT.
Fifteen Minutes in the Forest:
Simple Tools to Measure Your Forest - Part 2 will join Virginia Forest Landowner
Education Program's Karen Snape to learn more ways to
measure your trees in your woods. This event will be held via Facebook
Live and YouTube Premier. For more information contact
Jennifer Gagnon at (540) 231-6391 or
jgagnon@vt.edu.
View on Youtube.
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on Facebook.
November 2...Hale
County 8 AM - 5 PM.
Traditional Hunter Education Course at the
Hale County Extension Office, 701 Hall Street,
Greensboro. No fee. This is a one day class with a one
hour lunch break. To register, call Katie Brown at (334) 375-0908. 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.
End of 2024 Calendar of Past Events