Storms are one way in which Mother Nature practices forestry. However, it is difficult for many of us to view the recent storm of June 29, 2012 in this light. As our lives are returning to order in the home, it is time to assess the damage inflicted on our woodlands.
A free, informative workshop “After the Storm: Forests, Wind Damage, and You” is being held at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Forestry office, 360 East State Street in Athens on August 21 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Woodland owners are invited to learn from ODNR Division of Forestry and OSU Extension foresters about safety in the woods, damage assessment, tree salvage options, and ways you can be prepared for future weather events.
A map and brochure describing the workshop can be found by visiting the Ohio Woodland Stewards at http://woodlandstewards.osu.edu, calling 614-688-3421, or emailing ohiowoods@osu.edu. For more information contact: Dave Apsley at OSU Extension: 740-710-3009 or apsley.1@osu.edu.
This class will also be offered in New Concord on September 4, 2012, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Location: New Concord Village Hall, 2 West Main Street, New Concord, OH.
There is no cost for participants. Reservations are appreciated but not required. Call OSU Extension, Muskingum County at (740) 454-0144 or email mechling.1@osu.edu to make a reservation.
The workshop in Athens was one of the best forestry workshops I’ve attended in a long time. Highly recommended for anyone on the fence about attending the upcoming one in New Concord.