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Small Scale Woodlot and Sugarbush Management

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Time: October 22, 2011 from 10am to 2pm
Location: Onondaga County NY
Event Type: hands, on, workshop
Organized By: Peter Smallidge
Latest Activity: Oct 17, 2011

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Many woodlot owners and maple syrup producers want or need to be more active in managing their woods for tree growth, sap production, firewood collection and small-scale sawlog harvesting. On many properties, there are too few acres or too few trees to attract a commercial-scale operation. In other cases, the owner just wants to be more closely involved in the selection, felling and moving of the wood. Owners and producers need special skills to remain safe and to ensure they accomplish their goals. Cornell University Cooperative Extension’s ForestConnect program offers a workshop to help participants learn the basic principles of small scale woodlot harvesting and management. Partners include the NY Forest Owners Association and NYS Maple Producers Association.

The workshop emphasizes three subjects: safety, silviculture, and woodland assessment techniques. Participants at this workshop will learn about: principles of tree growth, measuring trees, assessing tree quality to select cut versus leave trees, inspecting equipment and tools, utilizing safe practices, basic silvicultural principles, and making appropriate tree selection choices for multiple ownership objectives. Also, participants will observe directional felling using a felling plan and observe the use of an ATV and arch for moving sawlogs and firewood. The course is designed for novice to intermediate participants and anyone interested in learning about and discussing sustainable woodland practices.

Participants should dress for the weather and be prepared for walking on moderately rough ground. Participants are encouraged to bring a hard hat, clipboard, and pencil. Registration includes all handout materials, scale stick, and approximately 4 hours of instruction. Pre-registration is required.

http://www.extendonondaga.org/events-3/?event_id=133

David Skeval, Forestry Educator
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Onondaga Co.
2 Clinton Sq., Suite 170
Syracuse, NY 13202
(315) 424-9485 ext. 231
das546@cornell.edu
or register on line
extendonondaga.org

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