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EVENTS

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Forestry Calendar |

Farm Calendar/Training & Agritourism )

Know Your Watershed
There are many Catskill Region groups offering events and interpretive programs to foster a better understanding of the communities, land and people who work and live where water for New York City originates. Contact the many partner groups listed in our events or email info@nycwatershed.org for more information.

Forestry Calendar

March 15, 2008

Maple Sugaring Event
Agroforestry Resource Center, Acra, NY

Learn about the the art and science of maple syrup production as it is being practiced and sample different maple products.

Cost: Free

For more information or to register, call CCE of Greene County/Agroforestry Resource Center at (518) 622-9820.

March 19, 2008

Invasive Species and Gardening
Agroforestry Resource Center, Acra, NY

Designed with gardeners in mind, this presentation and discussion will cover the threat of invasive species in the Catskills. Learn about existing and encroaching plant and animal invaders and what you can do to stop or limit their spread. Topics will cover invasive ornamental and garden plants, removal and replacement options.

Cost: Free

For more information or to register, call CCE of Greene County/Agroforestry Resource Center at (518) 622-9820. RSVP by March 17, 2008.

March 28, 2008

Invasive Species Workshop
Agroforestry Resource Center, Acra, NY

A primer on identification and treatment of non-native insects, plants, and other diseases affecting northeastern forests.

Cost: $15

For more information or to register, call CCE of Greene County/Agroforestry Resource Center at (518) 622-9820.

April 8, 2008

Deer Browse Workshop
Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River, NY

Topics at this workshop include deer biology food preferences, estimating deer density, browse impact survey, estimating carrying capacity, and using a compass and/or GPS Unit. Learn how to estimate deer density within deer home range, survey browse impact and how to relate that density to deer food, deer reproduction, and deer harvest. Part of this workshop includes a 2 mile hike, rain or shine, so be prepared.

We anticipate being able to offer SAF and Connecticut DEP credits for this program. CLICK HERE to download the workshop flyer.

Guest Speakers: Tim Pierson, Educator/Forester, Penn State Cooperative Extension, Smethport, PA, and David DeCaesta PhD, Wildlife Analyst, Hammondsport, PA.

For more information or to register, call the Watershed Agricultural Council's East of Hudson office at (914) 962-6355, or by email croton@nycwatershed.org.

April 12, 2008

East of Hudson Forest Landowner Workshop - Connecting With the Wildlife in Your Forest
Clearpool Education Center, Carmel, NY

Covers the promotion of biodiversity stewardship on private forest land. Guest speaker: Michael Burger, Cornell Lab of Ornithology.

For more information or to register, call Clearpool Education Center at (845) 225-8226 x 103. RSVP by April 7, 2008.

May 3, 2008

Critical Injury Response for Loggers
Agroforestry Resource Center, Acra, NY

Provides loggers, first responders, and rescue personnel an opportunity to learn practical life-saving techniques to use in the event of a logging accident.

Cost: $15