Field day scheduled for N. Idaho
A unique opportunity is coming for family forest landowners and managers in northern Idaho and surroundings. Instructed by recognized experts in forest management, wildlife habitat, and other land stewardship disciplines, this “out-in-the-woods” educational event will provide useful, timely, and unbiased information sure to meet the needs of landowners with five or 500 acres.
The field day has not been held in Kootenai County for seven years, so landowners should not miss this opportunity to get a bounty of information in one day.
The field day will be held on Saturday, July 15, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Cedar Mountain Farm just southeast of Athol. The location is within easy driving distance from Boundary, Bonner, Kootenai, Shoshone, Benewah and Latah counties, as well as Pend Oreille, Stevens, Spokane, and several other Washington counties.
The field day is designed to prepare landowners to plan and execute management activities that meet their personal objectives, reduce risks and protect their financial investment. Absentee landowners are especially encouraged to attend.
Participants can choose from a wide variety of classes and activities taught by specialists in forest health and management, wildlife habitat, weed control, wildfire protection, post-fire restoration, timber and non-timber forest products, using global positioning systems, chainsaw safety and maintenance, forestland security and safety, assistance programs, and more. The presenters will be available to answer questions specific to your property situation. Youth activities will also be available.
The fee for those who register by Friday, July 7, is $20 per person or $30 for a nuclear family of two or more. After that date the fee is $30 per person or $40 per family. An optional barbecue lunch will be available for $10 per person. Lunch reservations must be received by July 7.
A brochure with detailed driving directions and the registration form information can be found at www.idahoforestowners.org or http://forestry.wsu.edu.
Information: IFOA at 208-683-3168 or info@idahoforestowners.org or WSU Extension at 509-667-6540 or andyp@wsu.edu.