🌲Don Gasiewicz hosts the Niagara Frontier Chapter of the New York Forest Owners Association (NYFOA), along with NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) of Wyoming County, and Greg Rose of Rose Forestry, for a woods walk.
Location: 2320 Centerline Rd., Varysburg, NY 14167
Who Should Attend:
- Woodlot Owners
- Individuals Interested in Sustainable Forestry
- Those Looking to Enhance Their Woodland Knowledge
What to Expect:
- Observe NYSDEC Forest Stewardship Plan Implementation
- Witness an Active EQIP Contract for Thinning and Beech Treatment
- Equipment Demonstrations for Beech Treatment
- Before-and-After Views of Thinning Areas
- Portable Sawmill Demo by Greg Rose
- Tour of Outdoor Mushroom Growing Operation
- Insights into Using Low-Quality Timber for Mushroom Cultivation
- Explore Basic Silviculture Principles, Including Thinning and Harvesting
- Learn About Managing Forest Stock, Density, Composition, and Health
- Discover Forest Regeneration and Quality Improvement
- Insights on Cost-Share Programs and Tree Species Introduction
- Understand Outdoor Log-Grown Mushroom Production
Program Highlights:
- Understand the Benefits of Forest Management
- Get Inspired for Your Own Woodland Projects
- Information from Forester Nate Morey on Forest Management and DEC Assistance for Private Forest Owners
Details:
- Attendance is free, but please RSVP to assist with parking and materials.
- Open to everyone.
- Dress for the weather and wear suitable footwear for woodland trails, some of which may be hilly.
- Snacks and refreshments will be provided.
Registration Options:
- Online Registration: Register Here
- Email: drg35@cornell.edu
- Phone: Call Don at CCE Wyoming County at 585-786-2251 ext. 113
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with your woodland and explore sustainable forestry practices!
*Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by calling CCE Wyoming at (585) 786-2251 no later than ten days prior to the event to ensure sufficient time to make arrangements. Requests after this date will be met when possible.