Sustaining a World-Class Forest Resource Through Slash Walls and Silviculture

This popular annual field day focuses on the chronosequence of changes within deer-free "slash walls" (www.slashwall.info) from 2017 to present, with an emphasis on controlling undesired stems, tree species, and pests with biological, mechanical and chemical controls.

Participants will receive the latest information on proven and emerging methods and technology to establish new forested areas, restore degraded woodlands, and perpetuate healthy and productive forests for the future. 

Cost: $25.  Society of American Foresters and NYS DEC Pesticide credits pending approval.  For agenda and to register by September 22nd, please visit: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/HealthyForests2025_244

Agenda:Slash%20Walls%20-%20the%20old%20and%20the%20new%2025sept2025.final.pdf 

Time: September 25, 2025 from 8:30am to 4pm

Location: Cornell University's Arnot Forest

Street: 611 County Road 13

City/Town: Van Etten, NY

Website or Map: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Silvicultural_Strategies_244

Phone: 607-742-3657

Event Type: field, days