64th Annual Lake States Logging Congress
September 10-11-12, 2009; U.P. Faigrounds, Escanaba, Michigan
Contact:www.timperpa.com
or Timber Great Lakes Timber Professionals Association @ 715-282-5828
RE: NEW MICHIGAN TREE / TALL SHRUB ID BOOK
"Trees of Michigan." 2006. Linda Kershaw. Lone Pine Publishing. 272 pp.
ISBN: 978-976-8200-07-5
www.lonepinepublishing.com
This book has just become available and it's a pretty good field guide for both the beginner and expert. Would be good for classrooms, too. It's filled with keys, tools, descriptions, images, and more.
The Forest Landowners Guide to Internet Resources: for the Northeast &
North Central States
http://na.fs.fed.us/pubs/misc/flg/
Are there any "Forestry Internet Seminar Series" from southeastern universities?
I'm only aware of the above at present. Will post any that I might find out about.
NRAES Offers New Book on "The Woods in Your Backyard"
Virginia's Natural Resource Agricultures and Engineering Service has announced the publication of The Woods in Your Backyard, a book that promotes the stewardship of small parcels of land for the personal enjoyment of the owners and improved environmental quality for society. It is written for owners of 1-10 acres of forested land as well as owners who are interested in turning grassy or lawn-areas into forest. The first four parts (Introduction, Inventory Your Property, Ecological Principles, and Put Your Knowledge into Practice) describe concepts necessary to fulfill land management goals for your property. Part five is a workbook with blank activity sheets designed to apply the lessons in parts I-IV to your own land.
For more information, or to order a copy, visit the NRAES website.
Quote from: beenthere on February 05, 2008, 04:39:10 PM
What is ANR week??
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Agriculture - Natural Resources Week
2010 National Tree Farm Convention
July 13 - July 15, 2010 in Burlington, Vermont on the shores of beautiful Lake Champlain.
Make reservations now at the Hilton Birlington. Call 1-800-445-8667 and reference the group code "Tree Farmer Convention" to secure the special rate.
Michigan Forest Association Events
Annual Meeting set for Aug 13 & 14, 2010.
Mark your calendar now for the 2010 annual meeting at the Cole Canoe Base near
West Branch. Cole Canoe Base is a boy scout camp on the Rifle River. We will visit their managed forest and see some of their streambank restoration work. Much more. Mark the dates; details will follow.
Second annual MFA bus tour scheduled for September 23 through 26.
This time we'll go to Sault Ste. Marie and take the train through the Agawa Canyon. Colors should be just about at their peak. Watch for more details soon.
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The Seminar being held in Burlington Vermont, July 2010. Do you or anyone have further information on this event.
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Have a youngster there that could attend.
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See the March-April Issue of Tree Farmer magazine for detailed information on the July 13-15, 2010 meeting in Burlington, Vermont. Also their web site at www.treefarmsystem.org
Ties to the Land Workshop
Do you own forest land and want to keep that forest legacy for future generations? If so you, you might want to consider attending the "Ties to the Land Workshop" that will be conducted in Saginaw on Saturday, November 6.
The details and registration form can be found on MFA's website. The direct link to the PDF file is http://www.michiganforests.com/TTLFlyer.pdf.
Timber Industry Publication
Our own MDNRE Anthony Weatherspoon has co-authored a USFS bulletin titled "Michigan Timber Industry: An Assessment of Timber Product Output and Use." Take a peek for yourself: http://www.nrs.fs.fed.us/pubs/rb/rb_nrs42.pdf. 71 pages.
Abstract
Presents recent Michigan forest industry trends; production and receipts of industrial roundwood; and production of saw logs, veneer logs, pulpwood, and other products in 2006. Logging residue generated from timber harvest operations is reported, as well as wood and bark residue generated at primary wood-using mills and disposition of mill residues.
Michigan SAF and Michigan ACF Fall Meeting
Considerations and Innovations for Managing Michigan's Lowland Forests
Sponsored by the Michigan Society of American Foresters and The Michigan Chapter of the Association of Consulting Foresters
November 4-5, 2010
Ramada Inn, Grayling, Michigan
Association of Consulting Foresters of America, Inc. National Meeting
Emerging From The Storm
New Orleans, LA
June 25-28, 2011
Society of American Foresters (SAF) National Convention, 2011
Honolulu, Hiawaii
November 2-6, 2011
Michigan Association of Consulting Foresters (MACF)
Winter meeting/conference Monday & Tuesday, February 14-15, 2011 at Shanty Creek, Bellaire, Michigan.
Contact: Justin Miller
906-353-8584
906-281-4832 (cell)
www.greentimberforestry.com
MSAF SPRING CONFERENCE
Dates: 31 March - 1 April
Location: Little Bear Arena, St. Ignace
Contact: Terry Manty: terrymanty@grossmanforestry.com for more information
Executive Meeting: 30 March 6:00-9:00, Village Inn Restaurant, St. Ignace
Forestry Conference-Michigan Assets
March 16, 2011, Lansing Radisson
A high profile conference assembling legislators, nonindustrial private landowners, agencies, industry, and others.
Contact: Amy Trotter (MUCC) at atrotter@mucc.org
Sustainable Forestry Conference
Michigan Forest Products Council
April 14, 2011, Florence, Wisconsin, Downtown on Central
Cost: $30.00, pre-registration required
Contact: Bill cook at cookwi@msu.edu or Corrin seaman at corrin.seaman@ces.uwex.edu
19th Annual NE Wisconsin/UP Loggers Conference
Michigan Forest Products Council
May 23, 2011, Bark River, Island Resort & Casino
2011 Tree Farmer Convention
The 2011 National Tree Farmer Convention will be held August 9-11 in New Mexico, at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa, situated between Santa Fe and Albuquerque. The resort is at the base of the Sandia Mountains and reflects the rich history of the Tamayame people. Located on several thousand acres of native land, this property features amazing mountain views, the Rio Grande River, and an expansive cottonwood forest. We are planning programming for Tree Farmers of all ages, so bring the young Tree Farmers in your family. With room rates at just $89/night negotiated especially for our convention goers, this is one you can't miss! Look for registration information in the March/April edition of Tree Farmer Magazine. Be sure to check www.treefarmsystem.org for the most up to date information. We hope you and your family can join us
ATFS Sightline Express
National Walk in the Woods Day
Save this date -- Saturday, May 21st! 2011 is the International Year of the Forests and AFF is helping to spread the word about the many benefits our forests provide and encourage people to get out there and see the land. Saturday, May 21 is National Walk in the Woods Day, and we invite you to help others discover a forest and learn about its importance by participating in, or leading, a "walk in the woods" activity. Do you rarely spend time in your own woods because you are helping other landowners with theirs? May 21 would be a great time to get out and celebrate! Or maybe use this opportunity to talk to the landowners you work with about having their family out to their woodland.
Here are some ideas:
Take your own children, grandchildren, or family/friends/neighbors' children for a walk in the woods. Conduct a fun, informal educational activity using Project Learning Tree's "Connecting Kids to Nature" activity series.
Invite a local youth club or after-school club for an outing to your Tree Farm, or a nearby woodland, city or state park, or a national forest.
Help a school improve its forest or plant trees on school grounds with students and teachers.
ATFS Sightline Express
TIES TO THE LAND PROGRAM - FOR PRIVATE FOREST OWNERS
The Ties to the Land (TTL) program was developed out of Oregon State to address the issue of massive forest land ownership succession from the current generation to the next. The trend is parcelization and subsequent fragmentation. Maintaining both the forest ownerships and their families is the goal of this program. It's been several times already in Michigan and the proposed 2011 schedule is below.
Foresters can help in three ways.
1. Help host or promote a program.
2. Help identify estate planners with experience in keeping forests and families intact.
3. Receive training to hold one of these programs (it's not a hard thing to facilitate).
The national website is [ http://www.familybusinessonline.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=51&Itemid=52 ].
Some of the contacts for the Michigan programs are:
Georgia Peterson [petersong1@michigan.gov]
Deb Huff [huff.debra@gmail.com]
Russ Kidd [kidd@msu.edu]
Dean Solomon [solomon@msu.edu]
Bill Cook [cookwi@msu.edu]
Ties to the Land sessions for 2011
DRAFT!!!
Here's the graphic distribution of the proposed locations for this year's series of Ties to the Land sessions. Please consider whether it's important (or not) to work toward adding a few moresuch as in the middle of the "mitt" or in the WUPto get a good geographic distribution.
Location - Berrien Springs/St. Joseph
Local contact - Nancy Carpenter (Conservation District)
Professional assistance - Kelly Goward (CD), Joanne Davidhizar (MSUE), Roger Betz (MSUE), Pete Klink, Mark Janke, Jeff Steinkraus and/or Denny Worst (consulting foresters)
Targeted date - June or July
Target audience(s) - Farming community
Primary advertising range - Berrien Co and surrounding counties (including Indiana?)
Format - Two evenings?
Location - Grand Rapids
Local contact - Connie Redding (Conservation District)
Professional assistance - Kelly Goward, Curtis Talley (MSUE),
Targeted date - June or July
Target audience(s) - Farming community, nonresident landowners, NIPFs in high-development pressure areas
Primary advertising range - Kent Co. and surrounding counties
Format - unsure
Location - Tollgate Education Center
Local contact - Roy Prentiss (MSUE)
Professional assistance - Georgia Peterson (MSUE/DNR), Van Varner (MSUE),
Targeted date - mid-late September or October
Target audience(s) - nonresident landowners, next generation owners, NIPFs in high-development pressure areas
Primary advertising range - Greater Detroit area
Format - Two evening sessions
Location - Manistee (or Cadillac)
Local contact - (Grand Traverse and West MI Land Conservancies) *
Professional assistance - Russ Kidd (MSUE), Paul Drysdale (consulting forester), Curtis Talley (MSUE)
Targeted date - April or May
Target audience(s) - Conservancy constituents and staff
Primary advertising range - Within conservancy boundaries
Format - unsure
* Consider partnering/linking Kent Co's and WMLC's
Location - Indian River
Local contact - Cydney Steeb (MSUE)
Professional assistance - Russ Kidd (MSUE), Dean Solomon (MSUE), Curtis Talley (MSUE)
Targeted date - August 20
Target audience(s) -
Primary advertising range -
Format - Full day program
Location - Newberry
Local contact - Debra Huff (MFA)
Professional assistance - Bill Cook (MSUE), Warren Schauer (MSUE), Matt Kleitch (TNC), Brenda Owen (Luce-West Mack CD), Jerry Grossman (consulting forester)
Targeted date - August
Target audience(s) -
Primary advertising range -
Format - Full day program
Michigan SAF Lower Chapter Summer Field Day
26 August, Friday
Meet at DNR Grayling Field Office at 9:00
We will be visiting various areas that burned over the past 20 years to evaluate stand replacement after the fires.
Check the Michigan SAF website for more details.
Contact person: Jack Pilon 989-732-3541 ext 5042 or cell: 989-745-1945
pilonj@michigan.gov
Lincoln County Forestry Association Spring Field Day
Saturday May 21, 2011 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Knight Tree Farm 2573 Sunset Rd, Wesson, Ms. Registration: 601-835-3460
A meal will be served. digin1
1. Thinning Mature Pine - Waiting for Better Markets
2. Pine Beetles and Weevils
3. Looking at Stumps
4. Basal Area
WILDLAND FIREFIGHTING TRAINING S-130
Flyer located on the MSAF website calendar [ http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/calendar.htm]
Bay Mills Community College, Brimley, Michigan
When: June 13-17, 2011
Where: Room 111, Mikanuk Hall, Bay Mills Community College campus
Trainers
· Will Wiggins, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Michigan Agency, Baraga, MI
· Patricia Carrick, United States Forest Services, Raco, MI
· Justin Carrick, United States Forest Service, Sault Ste. Marie, MI
Cost: No cost – participants are on their own for lunch. Area restaurants are within driving distance.
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 through 5:00 (12:00-1:00 scheduled lunch)
Applications can be picked up at Bay Mills Community College. Seating is limited to 50 participants.
For more information call Bay Mills Community College at (906) 248-8401.
Aaron W. Tadgerson, MPA
Agriculture and Academics Initiative Co-Director
Recruitment and Retention Coordinator
Bay Mills Community College
12214 West Lakeshore Drive
Brimley, MI 49715
(906) 248-8444
atadgerson@bmcc.edu
The Michigan Chapter of the Association of Consulting Foresters (MACF) was recognized as the 2011 Chapter of the year this week at the National ACF Convention held in New Orleans, LA. The award is given annually to the State chapter that displays the highest level of commitment to the promotion and practice of professional consulting forestry. This year was unique as it is the first year that Stihl Chainsaws sponsored the $750 award.
Four MACF members made the journey deep into the hot/humid south. While at the conference they promoted the State of Michigan and learned about what it takes to put on an event of this size and quality. The 2012 National ACF Convention is to be held in Grand Rapids, MI next June, in which MACF is hosting.
Congratulations to all members of MACF! You all deserved it!
To learn more about ACF, visit: www.acf-foresters.org
MTU 75th ANNIVERSARY FESTIVITIES
Michigan Tech's School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science is celebrating it's 75th anniversary. We're inviting folks to join in some festivities during the alumni reunion. All are invited.
Thursday, August 4
Outdoor movie night at the School9:30 pm It gets dark late up here! Bring a lawn chair, if you have one.
Friday, August 5
Open house at the Ford Center9:30 am–noon Open house at the School1:30–3:00 pm Alumni awards and Gene Hesterberg tree-planting memorial3:00 pm on the north side of U. J. Noblet Building on the Seventh Street hillside
Saturday, August 6
Open house at the Otter River Cabin, hosted by the Class of 19619:30 am–noon 75th Anniversary Celebration Pig Roast6:30 pm at Hillside Place on Tech's campus.
To register, visit Michigan Tech's reunion site, www.mtu.edu/alumni/reunion , call Alumni Relations at 906-487-2400 or 877-688-2586 (toll free), or email alumni@mtu.edu.
For more information or to share a memory, read some trivia from your years at Tech, or view some old photos, visit the School's reunion website at www.mtu.edu/forest/alumni/reunion.
Michigan SAF Fall Conference
Location: McGuire's Resort, Cadillac, MI
Dates: October 13th-14th
BATTLING EXOTIC INVASIVE SPECIES IN THE FOREST
Michigan Society of American Foresters Fall Conference
13-14 October (executive team meeting 12 October at 6:30)
Cadillac, McGuires Resort (888-MCGUIRES or 231-775-9947)
Registration: $85 (additional rates, students free)
Contact: Georgia Peterson at petersong1@ michigan.gov or Doug Lee at foresterdoug @charter.net
If you're going, be prompt about making the room reservations at McGuire's.
Flyers are in the mail, also posted on the MSAF calendar [ http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/calendar.htm]
US Forest Service waives fees on National Public Lands Day
WASHINGTON, -- The Forest Service is waiving fees at hundreds of recreation sites across the country on Saturday, September 24, in recognition of Public Lands Day.
INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF FORESTS EVENT
As you are aware, the United Nations declared 2011 to be the International Year of Forests. In recognition of this, the Michigan State University Department of Forestry is co-hosting a two-day workshop, October 24-25 at the MSU Union, on sustainable forestry and economic development: http://www.for.msu.edu/goes/index.html.
Put this workshop on your calendar, register and attend!
For the workshop, there will be foresters from around the world (many are MSU Forestry alumni) and from Michigan who will address many facets of sustainability and development. You can sign up for the conference, lunch on Monday and Tuesday, and dinner on Monday evening...all at no cost to you. We need the formal registration so that the correct number of meals are ordered.
These sessions will provide opportunities for you to meet the speakers. Attend as much of the program as possible. If you sign up, we will have a name tag for you.
There is also a Sunday evening program organized by the Greater Lansing Area United Nations Association (cost ~$30).
If you have any questions about the workshop, please contact Larry Leefers (leefers@msu.edu; 517-333-8850).
City Trees Workshop
Why Wood? Sustainable Uses for City Trees Workshop
When: Friday, 2 December 2011; 8:30 - 4:00
Where: Sloan Longway Museum - Flint Cultural Center, 1221 E. Kearsley Street, Flint
Cost: $20 professional/$10 student - lunch included with registration
Learn more: http://urbanwood.org/uploads/Flint_UW_Conference_Flyer_1211.pdf
Register: http://www.gettrees.org/
2012 National Tree Farmer Convention
Thursday, June 14 - Saturday, June 16, 2012
Jacksonville, Florida
The Michigan Association of Consulting Foresters (MACF) annual winter conference is scheduled for:
WHEN: Monday - Tuesday February 13th – 14th, 2012
WHERE: Bellaire, Michigan @ Shanty Creek Resorts
(231) 533-7086
Contact:
David M. Wilson, ACF Secretary/Treasurer
Wilson Forestry Services
1118 E. Park Road
Rothbury, MI 49452-8113
wilsonforestry@glis.net
MICHIGAN WOLVES
18 January, Wednesday, 5:30
Iron Mountain
Fornetti Hall at Bay College West
Brian Roell, DNR Wildlife Biologist
Mr. Roell will discuss the biology of wolves. Brian will cover the history of wolves in Michigan along with a discussion of the pending delisting of wolves from the endangered species list. Mr. Roell is a wildlife biologist for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment where he specializes in wolves. He received his B.S. degree from Northern Michigan University and his M.S. degree from the University of Northern Colorado. His interests include furbearer and moose ecology and human–wildlife conflicts.
Light refreshments will be served.
Forest History Notes
To see sustainability related articles in the magazine Forest History Today go to:
http://foresthistory.org/Publications/FHT/index.html
To visit the multi-award winning "Peeling Back the Bark" blog go to:
www.peelingbackthebark.org
To see amazing historic footage of Louisiana Cypress logging, river drives, and other topics go to:
http://www.youtube.com/foresthistory#p/u/1/CEoeHMk9Xpk
http://www.youtube.com/foresthistory#p/u/2/FJDD9VCSfpY
To get your free fix of forest history on a regular basis go to:
www.twitter.com/foresthistory and
www.facebook.com/foresthistory
Society of American Foresters (SAF) National Convention 2012
Spokane, Washington; October 24 - 28, 2012
DUAL PROGRAM TRAINING & INFORMATION SESSION
Becoming a NRCS Technical Service Provider and
Becoming a DNR Certified Plan Writer
Three Locations
28 February, 9:00-5:00
NRCS State Office, Room B
3001 Coolidge Road
Lansing, MI 48823
29 February, 9:00-5:00
Best Western Alpine Lodge
833 West Main Street
Gaylord, MI 49735
1 March, 9:00-5:00
Ramada Inn
412 W. Washington Street
Marquette, MI 49855
Contact: Shawna Meyer (DNR) at meyers6@michigan.gov or 517-335-3355
GREAT LAKES TIMBER PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION
From Aaron Nieman . . .
2012 GLTPA Spring Meeting
16 April, 2012
Island Resort & Casino
Bark River, Michigan
Itinerary (All events EST)
7:30–10:00 Registration
10:00–11:30 Dr. Michael Coffman: Keynote Speaker
11:30–12:30 Lunch Buffet
12:30–1:30 Scott Robbins, Michigan Forest Products Council
1:30–2:30 Rodney Stokes, MDNR Director
Cathy Stepp, WDNR Secretary
3:00–3:30 GLTPA Membership Meeting
SUSTAINABLE FORESTRY TEACHER PROGRAM
Michigan Forest Association is offering its second annual teacher workshop "An Introduction to Sustainable Forest Management" at the R.A.MacMullan Conference Center on Higgins Lake July 30 - August 1. Three Continuing Education Units are available through Michigan State University. The cost to teachers for this workshop is $50 each; the balance is being donated by various companies and individuals. For more information, see the flyer or contact the MFA office at 517-663-3423 or miforest@acd.net.
A brochure/flyer is located on the MSAF and Forest Pathways website calendars.
http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/calendar.htm
http://miforestpathways.net/
WOODY BIOMASS PLANTATION FIELD DAY
For those in the central UP . . .
When: 21 August, 1:00-5:00
Where: MSU Forest Biomass Innovation Center (near Escanaba)
Cost: None, but please let us know if you're coming (cookwi @msu.edu)
More Info: see the MSAF calendar for a flyer
Forestry and Grasslands Workshop
WHEN: 10 AM UNTIL 3PM
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH, 2012
LUNCH PROVIDED
PLEASE BRING A LAWN CHAIR
WHERE: THE WORST FARM
560 EAST STATE ROAD
COLDWATER, MI 49036
PLEASE RSVP TO KATHY BY:
SEPT 5TH AT: 517-278-2725 EXT 5
MSAF FALL CONFERENCE
This year's Fall SAF Conference will take place on November 1st and 2nd at Treetops in Gaylord. The State Executive meeting will occur on the evening of October 31st. This year's topic will be "Forest Parcelization in Michigan: Implications and Challenges". Speakers are currently being lined up to discuss the topic from economic, social, and environmental perspectives of particular interest to our profession.
Questions may be directed to Lee Mueller (muellerl@gmail.com), or Chad Fate(fatec@michigan.gov) directly.
REGISTER FOR THE MSAF FALL CONFERENCE
The registration flyers have been mailed. The flyer is also on the MSAF website as a PDF.
http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/calendar.htm
1-2 November, Treetops Resort near Gaylord
"Forest Parcelization in Michigan: Implications & Challenges"
$85 for SAF members (free to students)
A block of rooms is reserved at Treetops Resort
Under the name "Society of American Foresters"
$75/night, 989-732-6711
USFS Firewood Workshop
Hi Folks Interested in Forestry, Sawmills and Firewood-
I wanted to inform you of the outreach effort on the part of the US Forest Service to support the growth of the firewood industry in the US. The USFS is sponsoring an educational and networking one day workshop at the Wood Education and Resource Center in Princeton, West Virginia on Thursday, September 27th, 2012 that will discuss the firewood industry from the forest to the burning in wood stoves.
The firewood industry is growing but experiencing lots of challenges in trying to remain affordable while seeking new technologies that will allow for better burning and lower emissions.
This workshop is part of an outreach effort at the Wood Education and Resource Center that has hosted a series of forest and wood products workshops in 2011 and 2012. Our project website is www.cnr.ncsu.edu/woodworkshops. These workshops have focused on small sawmills and the value added products like cabinets, furniture, millwork and firewood. Past workshops that include information about small sawmill businesses have the lecture slideshows and handouts as pdf downloads. A related Local Wood Products Marketing project has additional information and recordings of wood products marketing webinars at www.cnr.ncsu.edu/usalocalwood.
You are invited to attend the Profitable Firewood Processing Workshop. The cost is $35 per person and includes handouts and a buffet lunch. The workshop brochure and registration form can be found at www.cnr.ncsu.edu/woodworkshops. The WERC is located at 301 Hardwood Lane in Princeton, WV at Exit 14 on Interstate 77 just north of the VA/WV state line. If you cannot attend, you can see the workshop slide shows and handouts after the workshop as they will be posted on the project website.
This workshop will take place one week ahead of the Paul Bunyan Show in Ohio where Sawmill Magazine hosts the Firewood Shootout where several firewood processors will compete on how fast and well they can process logs into split firewood. Also being shown is a firewood dry kiln in operation that is fired with split firewood. Information about the Paul Bunyan Show can be found at http://www.ohioforest.org/?page=pbsshowfacts.
This email is a one time announcement and please contact me if you need additional information. Sawmill Magazine will run articles in the future on the topics discussed at the Firewood Workshop.
If you are involved in firewood please take one of the five surveys at www.cnr.ncsu.edu/woodworkshops.
Thank you,
Harry W. Watt
Wood Products Specialist
North Carolina State University
Email = harry_watt@ncsu.edu
Cell = 704-880-5034
MI
There is a series of portable mill workshops in New England, Oct 1 through Oct. 19. Go to www.nefainfo.org for places and times. The instructor is Dan Cassens of Purdue University. I am going to the Oct. 2 session in Berlin NY.
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Reserve These Dates! August 16 – 17, 2013 MFA Annual Meeting Camp Tamarack, Jones, MI.
Tour managed hardwood forest at Camp Tamarack. See: ash salvage, invasive species treatments, giant tulip poplars More!
Sawmill at Camp Tamarack. Archery Shoot. Bonfire. Chainsaw demonstration.
Tour Neal Ferguson's walnut plantation. Discuss: Deer management. Thousand Cankers disease. Planting techniques.
Limited bunking available at Camp Tamarack; Holiday Inn Express and Super 8 available in nearby Three Rivers.
Shipshewana is less than an hour's drive. Winery tours in Paw Paw, less than an hour's drive.
Society of American Foresters National Convention
Charleston, South Carolina, October 23-27, 2013
Midwestern Foresters Conclave
April 5-7, 2013
The Michigan State University Forestry Club is hosting the 61st Midwestern Forester's Conclave on April 6th, 2013. Forestry students from across the Midwest are coming to the Ingham County Fairgrounds to compete in traditional timber sports event. Forestry tradition will take center stage as saws will be whipping and axes swinging. The Midwestern Foresters' Conclave also provides networking opportunities for many aspiring professionals in the forestry and wood products industry.
Sustainable Forestry Conference
April 11, 2013, Florence, Wisconsin
Michigan Association of Timbermen Annual Convention
April 26-27, 2013
Boyne Mountain Resort; Boyne Falls, MI
68th Annual Lake States Logging Congress & Equipment Expo
September 5-7. 2013; U.P. State Fairgrounds, Escanaba, Mi
2013 MICHIGAN ACF WINTER MEETING
11-12 February 2013
Shanty Creek Resort, Bellaire
$50 conference
$65 rooms, 231-533-7086
Contact: Dave Wilson - wilsonforestry@glis.net
Mark Janke - mjanke4@charter.net
Forms/flyers should be available on the MSAF website by Monday afternoon.
Black Spruce and Tamarack Symposium
13 February 2013. "Black Spruce and Tamarack: A Double Species Symposium"
UMN Cloquet Forestry Center, Cloquet, MN
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Description: The objective of the Black Spruce/Tamarack Symposium is to update forest land managers on current information and/or research related to black spruce and tamarack inventory, utilization, pests, wildlife, seed collection and management. Experts in the field will focus on the management of black spruce and tamarack and associated plant communities for timber, wildlife and multiple benefits. Historic and current state of the resource will also be covered.
Instructors:
John Almendinger, ECS Program Coordinator, MnDNR
Curtis Vanderschaaf, Forest Modeler, MnDNR
Jana Albers, Forest Health Specialist, MnDNR
Steve Vongroven, Utilization & Marketing Forester, MnDNR
Mike Albers, Forest Health Specialist, MnDNR
Jodie Provost, Brushland and Forest Habitat Specialist, MnDNR
Craig VanSickle, Supervisor State Forest Nurseries, MnDNR
Art Groot, Research Scientist, Canadian Wood Fibre Centre, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada
SAF CFE: 4.5 Category 1-CF
Fees:$140 ($75 SFEC).
Agenda (.pdf)http://sfec.cfans.umn.edu/prod/groups/cfans/@pub/@cfans/@sfec/documents/article/cfans_article_429108.pdf
Informational flyer (.pdf)http://sfec.cfans.umn.edu/prod/groups/cfans/@pub/@cfans/@sfec/documents/article/cfans_article_429109.pdf
Registration available
http://www.regonline.com/Register/Checkin.aspx?EventID=1175621
Forest Stewardship Workshop, Michigan DNR
Forest Stewardship, Control of Forest Invasives, NEW Stewardship Mapping Tool SMART
March 26, 9:00-3:00. Alpine Lodge Magnuson Hotel, 833 W Main St, Gaylord
March 28, 9:00-3:00. Ramada of Marquette, 412 W Washington St, Business US41/M28, Marquette
No cost but pre-registration appreciated. Contact Shawna Meyer at meyers6@michigan.gov or 517-335-3355.
Shawna Meyer
Forest Stewardship Coordinator
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
P.O. Box 30452
Lansing, MI 48909-7528
517-335-3355
meyers6@michigan.gov
Forest Health in the U.P.
http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/130328-Health.pdf
RE: NATURAL RESOURCE BUSINESS PROGRAM FOR FOREST OWNERS
Contact: Dean Solomon, 231-582-6232, solomon@msu.edu
Natural resources businesses workshop to help landowners
GAYLORD, Mich. – Michigan landowners will learn about opportunities to start a natural resource business on their property during a workshop at the University Center in Gaylord on Saturday, August 24, 2013, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Natural resources businesses include activities such as small-scale maple syrup, mushroom production, trail riding, fee hunting and fishing, rural bed and breakfasts, wildlife viewing and more.
During the event, hosted by Michigan State University Extension, landowners will hear from Dr. Daryl Jones, coordinator of the Natural Resources Enterprises Program at Mississippi State University and a nationally-known expert on this topic. The workshop will also include presentations from landowners who have successfully started a small-scale natural resources business, and Michigan natural resources experts on how to get started. An afternoon bus tour around the Gaylord area will feature a variety of natural resources businesses.
"There are many excellent options," says Dean Solomon, MSU Extension Senior Educator, "for landowners to use the forest, wildlife, open fields and water resources on their property for hobbies or to generate income."
The event is sponsored by Michigan State University Extension, Northeast Michigan Conservation Districts, Huron Pines, The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Forestry Assistance Program and Mississippi State University.
Solomon noted that although the workshop is designed primarily for landowners, anyone is welcome to attend.
Pre-registration is $35 per person ($55 after August 16). The enrollment deadline is August 21. For questions or to register, visit www.events.anr.msu.edu/nrbusiness, or contact the MSU Charlevoix County Extension office at 231-582-6232.
Announcement: UGA Forestry Continuing Education Course
"Basic Prism Sampling"
Thursday, November 14, 2013
Athens, GA
You are welcome to visit the University of Georgia campus and attend the
"Basic Prism Sampling" forestry continuing education course.
This leisurely course will cover the following:
1) A brief introduction to prism sampling.
2) A review of basic prism sampling concepts.
3) A review of the characteristics of different basal area factor prisms.
4) Discussion on developing basal area estimates through basal area factors,
tree density estimates through tree density factors, and volume estimates
through volume factors.
Instructor: Dr. Pete Bettinger (pbettinger@warnell.uga.edu)
Contact: Ms. Krista Merry (kmerry@warnell.uga.edu)
Location: Building 4, room 516
Time: Thursday the 14th 8 AM – 12 PM
Cost: $120
Credit: 4.0 Category 1 SAF Continuing Education Credits (approved)
Credit: 4.0 Category 1 LE (Logger Education) Hours – Environmental (approved)
URL: http://conted.warnell.uga.edu/courses/prism
Krista Merry
Research Coordinator II
Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources
University of Georgia
kmerry@warnell.uga.edu
RE: REGISTRATION FOR MSAF SPRING CONFERENCE
"Challenges in Forest Regeneration"
20-21 March 2014
Escanaba, Michigan - Quality Inn
$105 for MSAF members, 14 March deadline (afterwards, add $15)
http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/calendar.htm
One day indoors, second day outdoors.
Registration form & program agenda are on the MSAF website calendar at http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/calendar.htm.
For on-line payments, watch for an email about a link to the National SAF website (very soon).
Note special pricing for rooms expires soon - 27 February!
Payment / registration contact: Chris Hohnholt at cahohnho @mtu.edu or 906 231-3321.
Program contact: Andy Van Dyke at ajvandyke @prentissandcarlisle. com or 906 231-0910.
Habitat Management Strategies for Ruffed Grouse & Woodcock
A Short Course for Foresters from the Ruffed Grouse Society
1 April, 8:30 am (central), Iron River (MI), Bates Township Hall
Cost: $5 at the door, registration deadline 15 March
SAF CFE credits, 3 category ?
Contact: Celie Borndal at celie .borndal@macd.org
http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/calendar.htm
RE: DETROIT PUBLIC TV
Great Lakes Now Connect: Northern Forests
18 February.
http://www.greatlakesnow.org/2014/01/northernforests/
Should be interesting to see how Detroit Public TV approaches the topic.
". . . as a result of historical and modern large-scale timbering, our once-massive forests have been reduced to a small fraction of their original abundance."
RE: FORESTRY CALENDARS
There is a small flurry of forestry events that might be interesting to foresters and/or their clients. The MSAF calendar is oriented a bit more towards foresters. The "Pathways" calendar is oriented more towards forest owners.
http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/calendar.htm
http://miforestpathways.net/1-Calendar.htm
Should anyone know of additional events that ought to be on one of these calendars, please let Bill Cook know [cookwi@ msu.edu].
Lastly, a reminder about the upcoming MSAF Spring Conference - see the MSAF calendar.
METH LAB ID & SAFETY
METH Lab ID & Safety
16 April, Marquette, Township Hall
Cost: Free, SAF category 2, 2 credits
http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/calendar.htm
Meth labs and their waste are becoming a serious problem in our local area.
MFA TEACHER FORESTRY PROGRAM
The public school calendar is coming to an end. If you know teachers that might (or should) be interested in a forestry program, consider recommending the following program from the Michigan Forest Association at the RAM Center. There is room in the program for more teachers.
What: An Introduction to Sustainable Forest Management
When: 28 July to 1 August 2014
Where: R.A. MacMullan Center, Roscommon
Cost: $100 per teacher
pdf at http://www.michiganforests.com/2014Teacher%20Workshop.pdf
Stream Crossing Permit Training
On July 9, 2014 the DEQ, in cooperation with JM Longyear LLC, will be providing a stream crossing permit application training session in Marquette, MI. The goal of this training will be to discuss the Joint Permit Application and other components of the DEQ permitting process as it relates to logging road stream crossings. Forest product industry personnel interested in learning about stream crossing permit applications are encouraged to attend.
The training session will include both classroom and field components:
- Indoor discussion (approximately two hours)
o Joint Permit Application form
§ Application sections relevant to stream crossings
§ Application figures
o Permit categories
o Application checklist
o DEQ permit application review process
- Outdoor site visits
o Data collection
o Application figures
Please send an email to mcconer@michigan.gov and WilsonK17@michigan.gov if you are interested in attending. Attendance for this session will be capped at 25 people and spots will be assigned on "first come, first served" basis. Also, please pass this email on to anyone you know who may be interested in attending.
JM Longyear will be providing a morning snack and a field lunch for attendees!
When: July 9, 2014 starting at 9:00 am eastern.
Where: DEQ UP District Office, 1504 West Washington Street, Marquette, MI 49855 (Located between Shopko and Jilbert Dairy, best accessed from Ridge Street).
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Ryan L McCone
Environmental Quality Analyst
Michigan Department of Environmental Quality
Upper Peninsula District
Water Resources Division
1504 W. Washington Street
Suites A&B
Marquette, MI 49855
Phone: (906) 228-4802
Email: mcconer@michigan.gov
RE: FOREST EXOTIC INVASIVE WORKSHOP
10 November, 9:00-4:30 (reception after)
Sault Sainte Marie, Ontario
Delta Waterfront Hotel, Brule Salon
http://www.cif-ifc.org/upcoming-events/
http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/calendar.htm
Free for CIF/IFC members, local professionals, and the public
Complementary lunch provided
Canadian Institute of Forestry
Invasive Species Centre
9:00-9:30 – State of Invasives in Ontario and Sault Ste. Marie – Taylor Scarr (Provincial Forest Entomologist, Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry)Keynote
9:35-10:05 – Emerald Ash Borer – Krista Ryall (Forest Ecological Entomologist, Great Lakes Forestry Centre, Natural Resources Canada)
10:10-10:40 – BioForest strategy for managing EAB – Anne Hayes (Biologist, BioForest)
10:40-10:50 – Break
10:50-11:50 – Asian Long-Horned Beetle – Jean Turgeon (Research Scientist, Great Lakes Forestry Centre, Natural Resources Canada)
11:50-12:30 – Lunch (free)
12:30-1:15 – Beech Bark Disease – TBA
1:20-2:00 – Mountain Pine Beetle – Chris MacQuarrie (Research Scientist, Great Lakes Forestry Centre, Natural Resources Canada)
2:00-2:15 – Break
2:15-2:55 – Hemlock Woolly Adelgid – Jean Turgeon (Research Scientist, Great Lakes Forestry Centre, Natural Resources Canada)
3:00-3:40 – Invasive Plants – Pedro Antunes (Associate Professor and MNRF Research Chair, Algoma University)
3:45-4:30 – Opportunities and Challenges in Managing Invasive Species – Dilhari Fernando (Executive Director, Invasive Species Centre)
Reception
Brule Salon, Delta Waterfront Hotel, Sault Ste. Marie
5:00-7:30pm Members of the forestry, conservation, and research communities, along with engaged public, can socialize and network after the workshop. A cash bar and hors d'oeuvres will be available. If you cannot attend the workshop itself, you are still welcome to attend the reception.
2015 SAF National Convention
November 3-7, 2015, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Recreating Forestry: The Confluence of Science, Society, and Technology
RE: SAVE THE DATE - MSAF SPRING CONFERENCE
When: 9-10 April 2015
Where: Ramada in Marquette, Michigan
What: A focus on trends in technology and human resources
Why: Better forest management with state of the art equipment and the most talented people
More to come!
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Christopher A. Hohnholt
Michigan Technological University
School of Forest Resources & Environmental Science
906 487-2417 | cahohnho@mtu.edu
www.forest.mtu.edu
RE: DNR Forest Stewardship Program Workshops
Tree Farm Inspector Training will be included
18 March – Lansing
19 March – Grayling
24 March – Newberry
25 March – Escanaba
26 March – Houghton
To register, contact Mike Smalligan at smalliganm@michigan.gov or 517-284-5884
Mike Smalligan
Forest Stewardship Coordinator
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
PO Box 30452, Lansing MI 48909-7952
Office Phone: (517) 284 – 5884
Email: SmalliganM@michigan.gov
www.michigan.gov/foreststewardship
RE: TIMBER SALE TOUR FOR PNIF OWNERS
The FAP program and the Chippewa/Luce/Mackinac Conservation District will be hosting a presentation about timber harvesting to be followed by a tour of an active logging site on Saturday January 24th in Pickford.
The time and location are:
Saturday January 24th
10 AM to 2PM
Pickford Township Hall
115 East Main Street, Pickford
Departing to logging site from Pickford Hall, logging site: TBD
Boxed lunch included for those that RSVP
The general concept is to get landowners who are less familiar with the industry and less certain about logging more educated and comfortable with the idea. If there are landowners that are familiar with logging it would be great to have them as well, to communicate their own experiences.
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Brook Alloway, Forester
Chippewa Luce Mackinac Conservation District
2847 Ashmun Street
Sault Ste Marie, MI 49783
phone: (906) 632-9611 ex 109
fax: (855) 813-7692
RE: PROGRAM TRAINING
Hello Michigan Foresters,
The Forest Stewardship Program is planning to host 5 forest management plan workshops around the state in March. These workshops will explain how to write simple yet comprehensive Forest Stewardship Plans that coordinate with the Qualified Forest Program, Commercial Forest Program, and NRCS financial assistance programs. The afternoon session will be a training on the new 2015-2020 Standards of Sustainability for the American Tree Farm System. Participants will be able to become certified Tree Farm Inspectors and certified Forest Stewardship Plan Writers.
There is no cost to attend, but please register by replying to me at least 1 week prior to each workshop so I can provide enough materials and food. See attached flyer for the tentative agenda. CFEs and SFEs will be provided.
Wednesday March 18, 2015 – East Lansing: NRCS Office
Thursday March 19, 2015 – Grayling: Days Inn
Tuesday March 24, 2015 – Newberry: Comfort Inn
Wednesday March 25, 2015 – Escanaba: Bay College M-TEC Center Rm 2020
Thursday March 26, 2015 – Houghton: MTU ATDC Conference Room
Thanks,
Mike
Mike Smalligan
Forest Stewardship Coordinator
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
PO Box 30452, Lansing MI 48909-7952
Office Phone: (517) 284 – 5884
Email: SmalliganM@michigan.gov
www.michigan.gov/foreststewardship
2015 SAF National Convention
November 3-7, 2015; Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Recreating Forestry: The Confluence of Science, Society, and Technology
Contact: www.safconvention.org
Annual Meeting of The Michigan Chapter of The Wildlife Society
26-27 March 2015, noon to noon
Jay's Sporting Goods, Clare
http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/calendar.htm
Tentative Schedule
Thursday, 26 March
Special Session: Long-eared Bat Conservation and Listing
Long-eared Bat Session
Break
Contributed Papers
Membership Meeting and Banquet
Friday, 27 March
Special Session: Taking Climate Science to the Ground
Climate Science to the Ground Session
Contributed Papers
Break
Contributed Papers
RE: FOREST SOILS WORKSHOP
http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/calendar.htm
Where: USDA Service Center, 420 N. Hooper St. Kingsford, MI 49802
When: 9:00 - 3:00 Central Time
Presenter: Dwight Jerome, Area Resource Soil Scientist for the NRCS.
This workshop will cover the relationship between landforms, soils, and forest vegetation. Other topics will include forest soil productivity, soils surveys as guides for woodlands, and forest soil health.
This program has been reviewed and is approved for professional CFE credits by the Society of American Foresters for 4 Category 1 credits
Lunch will be available for $5.
Please RSVP by 4 March by calling or emailing A.J. Campbell: (906) 774-1500 x100, aj.campbell@mi.nacdnet.net
A.J. Campbell
Forestry Assistance Program Forester
Dickinson and Menominee Conservation Districts
(906) 774-1550 ext 100
420 N Hooper St.
Kingsford, MI 49802
RE: ANNUAL SUSTAINABLE FORESTRY CONFERENCE
http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/calendar.htm
Sustainable Forestry Conference
16 April, Florence (WI) at "Encore on Central"
7 credits SAF CFE category 1
8 hours Michigan SFE
8 hours Wisconsin SFE (plus $35)
Note that there will be NO registrations at the door. This conference fills early to capacity.
PayPal on-line registration should be running beginning the first week of March (registration brochure at the above link).
RE: FORESTRY PROGRAM FOR TEACHERS
A reminder . . . for those of you who know teachers, consider suggesting that they attend the 2015 Forestry Program at the RAM Center, sponsored by the Michigan Forest Association.
22-26 June. It's just around the corner. Spread the word.
http://michiganforests.org/mfa-teacher-workshop/
Bill Botti is the contact: miforest@acd.net
RE: CLIMATE CHANGE FOREST ADAPTATION PROGRAMS
Climate Change Adaptation for Forestry Professionals
8-9 June, Gaylord
11-12 June, Houghton
Cost: $40 10.5 CFE credits, category 1
Contact: Stephen Handler at sdhandler@fs.fed.us or 906-482-6303 x21.
http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/calendar.htm
RE: FORESTRY PROGRAM FOR TEACHERS
A reminder . . . for those of you who know teachers, consider suggesting that they attend the 2015 Forestry Program at the RAM Center, sponsored by the Michigan Forest Association. Forest industry has stepped-up to the plate to help pay for some of the costs . . . if we can sign-up the teachers.
22-26 June. It's just around the corner. Spread the word.
http://michiganforests.org/mfa-teacher-workshop/
Bill Botti is the contact: miforest@acd.net
Stream Crossing Permit Application Training
On June 23, 2015 the DEQ, in cooperation with the Dickinson County Conservation District, will be providing a stream crossing permit application training session in Norway, MI. The goal of this training will be to discuss the Joint Permit Application and other components of the DEQ permitting process as it relates to logging road stream crossings. Forest product industry personnel interested in learning about stream crossing permit applications are encouraged to attend.
The training session will include both classroom and field components:
- Indoor discussion (approximately three hours)
o Joint Permit Application form
§ Application sections relevant to stream crossings
§ Application figures
o Permit categories
o Application checklist
o DEQ permit application review process
- Outdoor site visits
o Data collection
o Application figures
Please send an email to WilsonK17@michigan.gov if you are interested in attending. Attendance for this session will be capped at 25 people and spots will be assigned on "first come, first served" basis. Also, please pass this email on to anyone you know who may be interested in attending.
This training session has been approved for 8 hours of MI Sustainable Forestry Initiative continuing education credits and for 6 Category one credits by the Society of American Foresters .
The Dickinson County Conservation District will be providing a morning snack and a field lunch for attendees!
When: June 23, 2015 8 am – 4 pm CST
Where: Norway City Hall, 915 Main Street, Norway, MI
RE: FOREST CONNECTIONS CONFERENCE
The MSAF and the MFA will be co-sponsoring this fall conference
24-26 September 2015, Bay City
Doubletree Hotel and Delta College Planetarium
Information Flyer
A conference to make your own connections with forest owners, professionals, and enthusiasts in the Saginaw Bay region!
Thursday's theme: Watersheds and watershed management (organized by the MSAF)
Friday morning's theme: Forest health, exotic invasives and fire management (MSAF)
Friday afternoon's theme: Exotic invasive species control and natural community restoration for landowners
Saturday morning's theme: Timber & nontimber products, wildlife management, assistance programs
All are welcome to any or all portions of the conference!
Rooms available at the Doubletree Hotel.
Need more information? Contact:
Debra Huff
517-651-5401
huff.debra@gmail.com
Jason Darling
517-243-2000
darlingjasonw@gmail.com
5-Day Lumber Grading Short Course Now Available in Michigan
The lack of certified lumber graders in Michigan has been a major concern for wood product manufacturers, as they cannot find the necessary skilled labor in the current labor pool. To help meet this skills gap, the National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA), the Northeast Michigan Council of Governments (NEMCOG), Michigan Works! Northeast Consortium (MWNEMC), the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR), and the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) are sponsoring two 5-day lumber grading short courses. The first is in Roscommon, August 31- Sept 4, and the second is in Hillman, September 21-25.
By bringing this training to Michigan, employers will be able to save on the expenses of sending employees to training elsewhere (lodging, meals and travel costs). This training will allow Michigan businesses to expand, remain stable, hire, and sustain workers. All sawmills, lumber yards and loggers in Michigan are welcome to have employees participate in the training, as well as individuals.
Founded in 1898 with the purpose of creating a uniform set of grading rules, the National Hardwood Lumber Association seeks to offer several opportunities both domestically and internationally for instruction of the basics of the NHLA grading system. The lumber grading short course plays a vital role in the industry benefitting anyone who has an impact on the buying or selling of hardwood lumber. These courses are perfect for salesmen, purchasing agents, sawyers, edger and trimmer operators, and yard managers.
Well-trained employees help provide a more carefully manufactured product, a more profitable yield from the log, and a better sense of the value of the lumber being handled. This 5-day workshop will include a thorough study and explanation of the NHLA Rules Book, emphasizing the basics of hardwood lumber inspection. This popular workshop gives yardmen, sawyers, edgermen, sales and office staff, and management level personnel an introduction to lumber inspection. Classes will begin at 8 a.m. and end at 4:30 p.m. EDT. The 5-day lumber grading short course runs $400/per person and includes registration fee, course materials, NHLA Rules Book, lunch and a Certificate of Completion.
As lumber grading is a high-demand occupation in northeast Michigan, some participants may be eligible to have the cost of the course covered. To learn more about financial aid, contact your local Michigan Works! office at 1-800-285-WORK.
For additional information on the course itself, contact Aleece Hodges at 989-705-3733 or email at ahodges@nemcog.org.
To register for the course, please visit http://www.nhla.com/calendar.
RE: MSAF FALL CONFERENCE
The MSAF and the MFA will be co-sponsoring this fall conference.
Date: 24-26 September 2015, Bay City, MI
Location: Doubletree Hotel and Delta College Planetarium in Bay City, MI
Registration & agenda http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/calendar.htm
A conference to make your own connections with forest owners, professionals, organizations and enthusiasts in the Saginaw Bay region!
Thursday's theme: Watersheds and watershed management (organized by the MSAF)
Friday morning's theme: Forest health, exotic invasives and fire management (MSAF)
Friday afternoon's theme: Exotic invasive species control and natural community restoration for landowners.
Saturday morning's theme: Timber & non-timber products, wildlife management, assistance programs.
All are welcome to any or all portions of the conference!
Rooms available at the Doubletree Hotel.
Need more information? Contact:
Debra Huff
517-651-5401
huff.debra@gmail.com
Jason Darling
517-243-2000
darlingjasonw@gmail.com
RE: MFA ANNUAL MEETING IN MUNISING
The Michigan Forest Association is hosting a two day, annual meeting in Munising 14-15 August. All are welcome to learn about forests and habitat. Presentations and the indoor discussions will take place at the Alger Centennial Ice Area on Friday morning.
Speakers from the DNR, MTU, USFS will discuss topics such as Michigan Bats and White Nosed Syndrome, Michigan Biomaterials Imitative, and large mammal predators in the Michigan Forests. Friday afternoon will include a tour of Dukes Experimental Forest to view various management practices on the ground, and a tour of Neenah Papers or Hiawatha Log Homes. On Saturday, the group will visit an active timber sale in the morning, and learn about timber planning and harvesting. Dinner banquets are included in registration prices.
Michigan Forest Association is a non-profit organization that represents non-industrial forest owners and also focuses on providing outreach and education regarding forestry in Michigan. For more information, please visit the website at: www.michiganforests.org
RE: FORESTRY NETWORK MEETINGS
"Measure What You Manage: Inventories, Urban Tree Canopy Assessments, iTree Demystified" is the topic for the free education sessions to be held as part of the Saginaw, Grand Traverse Bay and Lower Grand River Watershed Forestry Network Meetings to be held on August 11 in Midland, August 12 in Traverse City and August 25 in Caledonia. Lee Mueller, Urban Forestry Consultant for the Davey Resource Group will discuss the common urban forestry tools -- from tree inventories to urban tree canopy assessments -- and explore the uses, costs, and benefits associated with each. Educational sessions are free and open to all. To register or for more information contact Melinda Jones at mjones@ReLeafMichigan.org
More information at:
MSAF Calendar: http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/calendar.htm
Pathways Calendar: http://miforestpathways.net/1-Calendar.htm
Association of Consulting Foresters (ACF) Conference
ACF and other Natural Resource Professionals:
The 2016 Michigan Association of Consulting Foresters Conference is being held on Monday February 15th and Tuesday February 16th at Shanty Creek Resorts in Bellaire, MI. Address: Lakeview Hotel at Summit Village: 5780 Shanty Creek Rd • Bellaire, MI 49615.
Contact
Paul Drysdale, CF & ACF
231-779-2989
paul@drysdaleforestry.com
www.drysdaleforestry.com
RE: 2016 PRIVATE FOREST LAND WORKSHOPS
Registration is now open for the 6 "private forest land workshops" to be held around the state in March. We have several new locations (cities and places), so please see attached flyer for more details. Please email me to confirm your spot so I can have enough handouts, free lunch, and Tree Farm 75th anniversary shirts at each location. The agenda may look familiar, but there is lots going on so please join us to voice your input about good forestry on private lands!
March 14 – Lansing – Royal Scot
March 15 – Cadillac – Carl Johnson Center
March 16 - Gaylord – Jay's Sporting Goods
March 29 – Newberry – American Legion
March 30 – Escanaba – Bay College MTEC
March 31 – Houghton – MTU ATDC
Contact: Mike Smalligan at smalliganm@michigan.gov
More information on the MSAF calendar: http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/calendar.htm
RE: CHAINSAW WORKSHOP
The Mason-Lake Conservation District, Manistee Conservation District, and the Forestry Assistance Program (FAP) will be hosting a chainsaw safety workshop in Ludington on Saturday, 12 March. The workshop will be taught by Chuck Oslund, retired firefighter and surveyor for the U.S. Forest Service. Chuck has more than 25 years of professional chainsaw experience so therefore has much knowledge to share! The workshop will be from 8:00 to ~5:00, which includes a 1/2 hour lunch. We will meet at the Pere Marquette Township Hall in Ludington at 8:00am, where there will be several hours of discussion and presentation by Chuck pertaining to important safety considerations when operating a chainsaw. After the presentations and lunch, we will travel to a nearby property managed by Mason-Lake Conservation District, where Chuck will demonstrate how to properly take down a tree with a chainsaw. You will not take down your own tree during this one day workshop, but you will learn a great deal of valuable information that you can take home with you when operating your own chainsaw. You may attend the indoor component, the outdoor component, or both! If you attend the outdoor component, please bring your own hard hat and safety glasses.
THIS WORKSHOP IS FREE, INCLUDING THE LUNCH. PLEASE RSVP BEFORE FEBRUARY 26TH, 2016, AS SPACE WILL BE LIMITED. To register, please contact Dani McGarry at the Mason-Lake Conservation District (Office Phone 231-757-3708; Email dani.mcgarry@macd.org), or Josh Shields, FAP Forester with Manistee and Mason-Lake Conservation Districts (Mobile Phone 989-220-9236; Email joshua.shields@macd.org).
Posted on the MSAF calendar: http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/calendar.htm
Posted on the Pathways calendar: http://miforestpathways.net/
Michigan SAF Spring Conference
CONFERENCE MATERIALS & INFORMATION
Registration is now open for the Michigan SAF Spring Conference, 17-18 March, titled "People in the Forest" in Houghton, MI. A block of rooms are being held at the meeting place hotel until 29 February. See the registration forms for more information – on the MSAF website calendar.
*Students*Please note!! There was an error in the flyer in the mail, but when registering online or with your forestry club, student registration is $10. Student Forestry Clubs, please bring your merchandise to sell!
http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/calendar.htm
RE: FOREST STEWARDS GUILD NATIONAL CONFERENCE
Forest Stewards Guild – National Conference
13-15 July
Duluth, Minnesota
From July 13th - 15th, the Forest Stewards Guild conference we'll be in Duluth, Minnesota. The Lake Superior region is a perfect location for Guild members and fellow professionals from throughout the United States and Canada to gather, learn and strengthen the bonds among all of us working for healthy forests. You're invited to join us. CEU's will be available for this meeting.
The Forest Stewards Guild is a unique organization dedicated to promoting sustainable forestry through research, education, and professional practice. "Guild" members include academics, researchers, policy experts, and practicing professionals in a variety of disciplines who all share a mission of protecting our forested landscapes, and "Putting the Forest First". Guild events mix quality learning with outdoor experience and great personal connections. They're always a good time, and they're open to everyone.
The Guild's 2016 National Meeting is an opportunity to explore sustainable forestry in practice, set amid rugged beauty of America's "Third Coast". Our program this year is bringing together foresters, conservationists, and land restoration professionals to explore how different organizations and disciplines work together to maintain healthy forested landscapes. There is no better place than the Lake Superior country to showcase that kind of partner-driven work.
See our Conference Agenda
http://www.forestguild.org/sites/default/files/Forest%20Stewards%20Guild%202016%20National%20Meeting%20-%20Agenda%203-16-16.pdf
RE: FORESTRY SUMMER PROGRAM FOR TEACHERS
Know a teacher that might be interested in the Michigan Forest Association teacher-focused forestry program? Consider encouraging them to apply. It's a nice way to learn about forestry, have some fun, and take a "break" from the routine.
Spread the words, as you can.
http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/160622-MFAteacher.pdf
20-24 June
RAM Center
$100/teacher
Contact: Bill Botti at miforest@acd.net or 517-663-3423.
Kiln Dying Time Again
If you've been meaning to go to, or send employees to, a hardwood kiln-drying short course, you have that opportunity once again. For the sixteenth consecutive year, the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry is holding its annual kiln drying workshop again next month. If you're drying hardwoods, or thinking of drying hardwoods. don't invest another dime until you've spent some time with Dr. Bill Smith and his team in Syracuse.
http://gowood.blogspot.com/2016/12/kiln-drying-time-again.html
cdr
Charles D. Ray, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Wood and Forest Science
The Pennsylvania State University
Room 205 FRB
University Park, PA 16802
Office: 814-865-0679
Fax: 814-863-7193
Email: cdr14@psu.edu
On the Web: http://extension.psu.edu/woodpro, http://gowood.blogspot.com/
RE: MSAF Spring Conference - Call for Speakers and Posters
Michigan Society of American Foresters Spring Conference
Forests For Fish
30-31 March 2017
Marquette, Michigan
NEW! for 2017! Share and showcase your expertise March 30 in Marquette! In a series of shorter "flash" talks (10 minutes or less), speakers can present on a successful project they might have implemented or new research. Optionally, bring a poster and get recognition from colleagues and take advantage of networking opportunities with working professionals in the state! Speakers and poster presenters can come from all areas of academia (students or faculty), industry, agencies, or non-profit groups.
Please fill out the online google form with your name, affiliation, and a brief description of your topic, by 31 January 2017. The form indicates preference for poster or presentation.
Confirmed speakers at the spring conference include Jim Dexter, Michigan DNR Fisheries Chief as the keynote, as well as other representatives from the DNR, Forest Service, Michigan Tech, Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College, and industry! There will also be an optional field tour at the Marquette Fish Hatchery. Stay tuned for more details after the holidays.
Further notification of acceptance will be sent by 10 February 2017. Please contact Tara Bal, UP Chapter Chair, tlbal@mtu.edu, if you have any questions.
Tara L. Bal, PhD, CF
Research Assistant Professor
Master of Forestry Degree Program Director
School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science
Michigan Technological University
tlbal@mtu.edu, 906-487-1898, 906-281-6241
RE: LOG SCALING & GRADING COURSES
Free Log Scaling and Grading Courses - 2 Locations
16 March, Sunfield, 8:00-5:00
11 May, Newberry, 8:00-5:00
SAF CF credits will be available. Great refresher class for foresters!
Call 517-853-8880 to register. Limited class size.
Questions call Brenda at 989-732-3541 x 5043 or email at haskillb@michigan.gov
Brenda Haskill, Regional Forest Marketing and Utilization Specialist
Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Forest Resource Division
Gaylord Customer Service Center
989-370-9557 cell
989-732-3541 x 5043 office
haskillb@michigan.gov
More info on next post***
RE: FREE Bucking for Scale and Grade/Maximizing Log Quality Class
8 SFI-SFE credits
Location 1
When: 16 March 2017, 8:00-5:00
Where: Sunfield (30 minutes west of Lansing, off M43)
8:00-12:00, Sunfield Community Center, 186 Main Street in Sunfield
Just down the block from the Post Office, sign says "Village Offices"
1:00-5:00, Quality Hardwoods log yard
Bring: Hardhat and your own lunch (limited lunch options, small town)
Location 2
When: 11 May 2017, 8:00-5:00
Where: Newberry (Eastern Upper Peninsula)
8:00-12:00, Pentland Township Hall, 1 mile west of M28/123 intersection
1:00-5:00, Northland Harvesting log yard, 1/2 mile east of M28/123 intersection
Bring: Hard hat and your own lunch (Subway, McDonalds, and Pizza Hut nearby)
MANDATORY PRE-REGISTRATION
Limited class size – don't wait!
To register, call the SFI program line at 517-853-8880
Questions on the class: Brenda at 989-732-3541 x 5043
RE: FROM THE GLTPA AND GREENSTONE FARM CREDIT SERVICES
Contact:
Henry Schienebeck
715-282-5828
Great Lakes Timber Professionals Association
-Opportunity to earn four SFI Credits-
Join GreenStone to learn about their timber financing programs, equipment purchase and lease options, and hear industry updates from timber industry experts.
Join GreenStone at one of the two upcoming dates:
March 21, 2017
Terrace Bay Inn
Gladstone MI
March 23, 2017
Treetops Resort
Gaylord, MI
Agenda Topics (8:45 a.m. -1:00 p.m.)
• Financing logging operations
• Equipment financing
• Business planning and strategy
• Hiring the right employees
• Industry panel and updates
Lunch will be provided and all attendees can earn four SFI Credits.
RSVP by March 10, 2017
To reserve a seat, please visit bit.ly/GreenStoneLoggingForum or call
GreenStone at 517-318-4132
RE: LOG SCALING AND GRADING COURSE
Spots still available!
Thursday, 16 March in Sunfield, Michigan
8:00-5:00, Instructor Jim Dougovito with 30 years' experience
Continuing education credits available for both SFI and SAF CF
No Charge!
To register call: 517-853-8880
Questions call or email Brenda: 989-732-3541 x5043, haskillb@michigan.gov
RE: FORESTRY TEACHER WORKSHOPS
If you know a teacher that might enjoy a forestry workshop, then please share the attached information with them. The Michigan Forest Association has sponsored five of these workshops and they always need some help recruiting teachers. The MSAF helps with financial support. A flyer is attached.
http://michiganforests.org/the-summer-teacher-workshop-is-back-for-2017/
There's also a link on the MSAF calendar. http://michigansaf.org/
RE: FOREST INDUSTRY AND STATE FOREST MANAGEMENT
Forest industry is invited to attend DNR and Michigan Association of Timbermen district meetings for updates on state forest management. Forest pests and diseases, road inventory, and state forest management are among the topics that will be discussed at a series of meetings hosted by the Michigan DNR and the MAT.
The meetings are open to forest industry professionals and will be held at the following locations:
• Gaylord, 11 April, 6:00-8:00, Jay's Sporting Goods large conference room (new location on I-75 business spur north of old location)
• Marquette, 13 April 7:00-9:00, Marquette Township Community Center, behind Kohl's Department store
• Cadillac, 17 April 7:00-9:00, Carl T. Johnson Center on M-55 in Cadillac
• Newberry, 18 April 7:00-9:00., Pentland Township Hall, 1 mile west of the M-129/M-28 intersection.
Attendees will have the opportunity to discuss concerns and share ideas with DNR staff.
Refreshments will be provided by the Michigan Association of Timbermen.
For more information about the meetings, contact Dennis Nezich at nezichd@michigan.gov or 906-228-6561 x3051.
MSAF Calendar: http://michigansaf.org/Calendar/calendar.htm
RE: TIMBER & TAX PROGRAM
Forest Taxes and You Workshop
28 April, MSU Kellogg Center, E. Lansing, MI
$25 registration fee
For more information: http://michiganforests.org
Contact: Debra Huff info@michiganforests.org or 517-651-5401
The Michigan Chapter of the Walnut Council will be having a fall field day on October 14, 2017, at W. K. Kellogg Experimental Forest, 7060 N. 42nd Street, Augusta, Michigan 49012.
Agenda for the day
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Social time (coffee, donuts, water, etc. will be provided), safety overview and history and goals of Kellogg Forest
10:00 a.m. – noon Visit 3 or 4 walnut stands in various degrees of management and growth
Discussion and tours of pine and hardwood parcels
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Bring your own lunch – We will be meeting in the large pavilion by the parking lot
1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Machinery demonstrations
More details will be sent later along with a summary of the upcoming Walnut Council National Meeting, to be held June 11-14, 2017.
In addition, we will provide a listing of other activities in the area that may be of interest.
Mike Jones, President
Michigan Chapter Walnut Council
skpjones@aol.com
269-377-6199 (cell)
269-671-4898 (landline)
RE: STREAM CROSSING PERMIT TRAINING
On 4 October, the DEQ, in cooperation with the DNR and the Otsego and Crawford-Roscommon Conservation Districts, will be providing a stream crossing permit application training session in Grayling, MI. The goal of this training will be to discuss the Joint Permit Application and other components of the DEQ permitting process as it relates to road stream crossings for logging operations. Forest product industry personnel interested in learning about stream crossing permit applications are encouraged to attend. The training has been approved for the following continuing education credits: 5.5 hrs of SAF CFEs and 4 hrs of SFE CEs.
The training session will include both classroom and field components:
- Indoor discussion (approximately two hours)
o Forests for Fish Program
o Joint Permit Application form
Application sections relevant to stream crossings
Application figures
o Permit categories
o Application checklist
o DEQ permit application review process
- Outdoor site visits
o Data collection
o Application figures
The classroom portion will be held in the conference room at the Hartwick Pines Visitor Center at Hartwick Pines State Park in Grayling. Lunch will be provided. The training will start at 9 am and conclude in the field by 4 pm.
Please reply by email to kleitchm@michigan.gov if you are interested in attending. Attendance for this session will be capped at 25 people and spots will be assigned on "first come, first served" basis. Preference will be given to those that have not previously attended this training. Once you are registered you will receive an e-mail confirmation with additional information.
Matt Kleitch
Department of Environmental Quality
kleitchm@michigan.gov
989-619-2443
Tree Farm Conference and Michigan Forest Association Meeting 2017
This is an invitation to all Tree Farmers to attend our conference for forest landowners in Tawas on Sep 22-23, 2017. This is a combined meeting of the Michigan Tree Farm System and the Michigan Forest Association, another excellent organization for forest landowners here in Michigan. The meeting, held on the shores of Lake Huron, will focus on the connections between forests and water with the theme of "Great Forests make Great Lakes."
Friday Sep 22 will be educational sessions at the Tawas Bay Beach Resort and Saturday Sep 23 will be a bus tour of three nearby certified Tree Farms. You can register by returning the attached form and a check payable to the Michigan Forest Association or you can also pay online with a credit card at www.MichiganForests.org. Registration fees increase after Sept 1 so please register soon.
This meeting will be a great place to meet other landowners who also love their forests, and the Michigan Tree Farm System is excited to partner with the Michigan Forest Association to host this meeting. I hope to meet many of you at the meeting in Tawas next month.
Scott Robbins
Director of SFI & Public Affairs
Michigan Forest Products Council
srobbins@michiganforest.com
517.853.8880 office
906.250.5027 cell
http://www.sfimi.org/
www.michiganforest.com
RE: GREAT LAKES LOGGING & HEAVY EQUIPMENT EXPO
The "Logging Congress" will be this week, 7-9 September at the UP State Fairgrounds in Escanaba.
http://gltpa.org/expo.html
RE: ACF CLASS – PRACTICE OF CONSULTING FORESTRY
10-12 February
Shanty Creek Resorts
$50 if registered by 1 February
Join the Michigan Chapter of the Association Consulting Foresters (ACF) for this cost-effective and convenient opportunity to take the Practice of Consulting Forestry Class and become a member of ACF.
This special, one-time-only, Practice of Consulting Forestry class is being hosted by the Michigan Chapter of ACF in conjunction with the annual meeting.
RE: USFS TOM TIDWELL AT MSU
Rich Kobe delighted to share that Thomas Tidwell, 17th Chief of the US Forest Service, will be presenting a public lecture for MSU Department of Forestry's Forest Paths Distinguished Speaker Series.
The presentation will be on Monday, 22 January 2018 at 4:00 in room 147 of the Communication Arts and Sciences Building. A reception will immediately follow the presentation. See maps.msu.edu for information on parking (ramp 5 is closest to the Comm Arts Building).
This is a terrific opportunity to hear from a leading voice in the forestry community. We hope that you can join us for this event.
Best,
Rich
Richard K. Kobe
Chairperson and Professor
480 Wilson Rd., Room 126
East Lansing, MI 48824
(517) 355-0090
Upper Peninsula Chapter of the Michigan SAF and Central Ontario Section of the Canadian Institute of Forestry Joint Conference and Annual General Meetings
Managing Natural Resources in an Ever-Changing Profession
University, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan
April 12-13, 2018
Contact: Bethany Lyons
bethanylyons@jmlongyear.com
906-281-2077
RE: MFA TEACHER FORESTRY PROGRAM
The Michigan Forest Association is holding its seventh Sustainable Forestry Teacher Program. Share the news with teachers that you know. Registration is open. The MSAF is a financial sponsor of this program.
18-22 June
RAM Center, north Higgins Lake
Contact Lisa Parker at lisa.parker@michiganforests.org (http://forestryforum.com/board/lisa.parker@michiganforests.org)
More information at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/understanding-sustainable-forestry-2018-tickets-43855280324 (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.eventbrite.com_e_understanding-2Dsustainable-2Dforestry-2D2018-2Dtickets-2D43855280324&d=DwMFAg&c=nE__W8dFE-shTxStwXtp0A&r=T1JVz4puQ1-4gnlXY8OPEg&m=cVF8_tMpgHQVzOv5JyokYbXDEp6SAJq9pZRiXOlNK3M&s=ZrBzWVcqxrTdO812GJYiK6BxItSbYU2ipYRUChyW-Zo&e=)
RE: FREE RAILROAD TIE WORKSHOP
When: Monday, 18 June 2018, 8:00-3:00
Hosts: MDNR and Stella-Jones, Inc.
Instructor: Jim Maltese, Stella-Jones, Inc.
Audience: Foresters, loggers, sawmill owners
Content: Overview of the production process, tie types, species, dimensions, defect allowance/location and more.
Location: Hartwick Pines conference room 8:00-12:45. Stella Jones' yard- Grayling Industrial Park 1:00-3:00 Eastern time.
Lunch: Provided by hosts.
Registration: Class is limited to 20. Contact: Dave Neumann at 517-284-5887, email neumannd@michigan.gov or Brenda Haskill at 989-370-9557, email haskillb@michigan.gov .
Continue education credits: SAF CF continuing education credits can be available upon request. 4 hours of SFE credits for SFI participants.
RE: NATIONAL FIREWOOD WORKSHOP NEAR FRANKENMUTH
20-21 June
MSU Saginaw Valley Research & Extension Center
https://www.canr.msu.edu/saginawvalley/ (https://www.canr.msu.edu/saginawvalley/)
$35 per person
Registration deadline extended to 20 June.
Folks can also register by email using the attached one-page form, by filling it out and mailing it to Lindsay Pingel Weismiller at pingell@msu.edu and paying on-site at the meeting with check or cash.
RE: ADDING VALUE TO URBAN TREES: TWO UPCOMING WORKSHOPS AT MSU
What can we do with urban trees after they need to be removed?
Two upcoming workshops help answer that question. The workshops are being held to promote the launch of the Michigan Urban Wood Network (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__miurbanwoodnetwork.com_&d=DwMFaQ&c=nE__W8dFE-shTxStwXtp0A&r=eeLnzZIQs3WCpMe9ESbqJg&m=2hRJW04i06EQ5dvfpuRDp2Wuoqf1sNYcxhJDDIJHIO0&s=imjilv87zdEzLpQSkSwOYKKbTxIFC8tk9CvC8E0V7nE&e=), a new group focused on finding the highest and best use for trees removed from Michigan's community landscapes.
Adding Value to Urban Wood: Small Batch Kiln Drying Workshop (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__docs.wixstatic.com_ugd_2ee1d9-5F8ce8fdd7368b4a00a65d19ec627103da.pdf&d=DwMFaQ&c=nE__W8dFE-shTxStwXtp0A&r=eeLnzZIQs3WCpMe9ESbqJg&m=2hRJW04i06EQ5dvfpuRDp2Wuoqf1sNYcxhJDDIJHIO0&s=8E_JtTUdLGcrw60uBLJvFPcq3DN3Ii4sORPy9o3mpms&e=)
REGISTER NOW (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.eventbrite.com_e_adding-2Dvalue-2Dto-2Durban-2Dwood-2Dsmall-2Dbatch-2Dkiln-2Ddrying-2Dworkshop-2Dtickets-2D46892906947&d=DwMFaQ&c=nE__W8dFE-shTxStwXtp0A&r=eeLnzZIQs3WCpMe9ESbqJg&m=2hRJW04i06EQ5dvfpuRDp2Wuoqf1sNYcxhJDDIJHIO0&s=O4SElFFtzbfRx1G4U7X2GMnMV7JaiGpAFaD4B8nXACc&e=)
WHEN: Monday, 9 July 2018 from 9:00–5:00
WHO: Sawmill owners, woodworkers, and other wood industry members
WHERE: MSU Department of Forestry
480 Wilson Rd, Room #338
East Lansing
Actionable Strategies for Managing Wood from Urban & Community Trees (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__docs.wixstatic.com_ugd_2ee1d9-5F62a9264fef9c4122bde0d1fb4c5db9d3.pdf&d=DwMFaQ&c=nE__W8dFE-shTxStwXtp0A&r=eeLnzZIQs3WCpMe9ESbqJg&m=2hRJW04i06EQ5dvfpuRDp2Wuoqf1sNYcxhJDDIJHIO0&s=TXZY70wHxftoYnwWtkltdcK74stdVunJzIk0S_1ysl8&e=)
REGISTER NOW (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.eventbrite.com_e_actionable-2Dstrategies-2Dfor-2Dmanaging-2Dwood-2Dfrom-2Durban-2Dcommunity-2Dtrees-2Dtickets-2D46893559900&d=DwMFaQ&c=nE__W8dFE-shTxStwXtp0A&r=eeLnzZIQs3WCpMe9ESbqJg&m=2hRJW04i06EQ5dvfpuRDp2Wuoqf1sNYcxhJDDIJHIO0&s=KpdLEKqLBzr8E5fuXJzTiJ2SBgUmv00CWqNnMdmpliE&e=)
WHEN: Tuesday, 10 July 2018, 9:00–3:30
WHO: Arborists, community foresters, and other land managers
WHERE: MSU Department of Forestry
480 Wilson Rd, Room #216
East Lansing
Each event will begin with overview presentations by area experts and will follow with hands-on field demonstrations. Pre-registration is required. Cost is $35 for each workshop and includes full lunch. Please notify the planning team of any special dietary needs after registration.
Qualify to win a free workshop registration! Please help us understand your organization's needs better by completing one of our surveys: Sawmill Survey (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__docs.google.com_forms_d_e_1FAIpQLSf-5F2UsEVO5bYnrTef-2DIOL557XtSLbMyIDvED93K6UjvfFPViQ_viewform&d=DwMFaQ&c=nE__W8dFE-shTxStwXtp0A&r=eeLnzZIQs3WCpMe9ESbqJg&m=2hRJW04i06EQ5dvfpuRDp2Wuoqf1sNYcxhJDDIJHIO0&s=mqYMeIKisWHJiGk7TYSHB-7vhx3b8Nvvh3M3JGT3odY&e=) or Municipal & Tree Care Industry Survey (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__docs.google.com_forms_d_e_1FAIpQLSexx2SFUYkiFe0ib4bNL4r6DsesiykoQUytjKjizvVGonjYRw_viewform&d=DwMFaQ&c=nE__W8dFE-shTxStwXtp0A&r=eeLnzZIQs3WCpMe9ESbqJg&m=2hRJW04i06EQ5dvfpuRDp2Wuoqf1sNYcxhJDDIJHIO0&s=gtBFPonUbnHUd8XaKeUNRmqRgW40HilUGk7VtF5CkUA&e=).
For more information, please contact:
Jessica Simons
Verdant Stewardship, LLC
on behalf of the Sustainable Resources Alliance
jessica@verdantstewardship.com
RE: MSAF FALL CONFERENCE
Registration is now open for the MI SAF fall meeting in Grayling on October 11-12, 2018. The focus of the meeting is "Industry Foresters and the Forest Products Industry." We will be hearing from a dozen industry foresters or mill managers in the Lower Peninsula about how they procure wood, what products they produce and a bit about their markets. It should be a very interesting meeting and we hope to see you there.A few items to note about this meeting:We will meet on Thursday at the Kirtland Community College on Four Mile Road & I-75 just south of Grayling. This is a great facility and they are even expanding to offer skilled trades training for the forest products industry.
- Happy hour (free beer!) and a pig roast dinner will be at the Ramada Inn Thursday evening in Grayling (hotel rooms are just $75). Alternative dinner choices may be available upon request.
- Friday morning will be optional tours of several forest products companies in Grayling, including both primary and secondary manufacturers. Did you know that the largest consumer of basswood in the USA is in Grayling? And the world's largest particle board mill? Sadly we have to wait until 2019 to tour the new Arauco plant for safety reasons.
- The costs for this meeting are low, and we are passing on those savings to you. You can send a check or pay online at https://squareup.com/store/lp-chapter-of-mi-saf/ (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__squareup.com_store_lp-2Dchapter-2Dof-2Dmi-2Dsaf_&d=DwMFAg&c=nE__W8dFE-shTxStwXtp0A&r=OtGYKoHnvJafTaKmNZvxBqJiVcZMOOAY8YF0f3UCQAQ&m=CHwIqfXQjDBRopOIXsQMehFxdL0H1ywo42XZE1c5lfg&s=_Fs8iPVf7YWM5WvXi2rCkdhuUKPWYRuTwBOZ1sBgE80&e=). Please register by October 1.
- Vendors and sponsors have 4 levels to consider sponsoring the meeting to share their organization and products with 100-150 foresters and friends.
- Please contact Kayti Brinkman (brinkmank16@gmail.com) regarding donations to the Thursday evening raffle to benefit the MI SAF Education Fund
- Everyone is welcome – foresters, loggers, sawmill owners, truckers, tree huggers – and you don't have to be a member of SAF to attend. Please share this email and attachments widely with your colleagues. We are down to 374 SAF members in Michigan so please use this as an opportunity to invite fellow foresters to join SAF, contribute to our profession and better serve society.
Contact:Mike (LP SAF past chair)Office Phone: 517-284-5884Email: SmalliganM@michigan.gov
RE: TIMBER HARVEST NEAR RECREATION TRAILS
FREE fall workshop on "Best Practices for Harvesting near Recreational Trails" for foresters and loggers on 31 October, 9:00–1:30, LMAS Health Department Basement, Newberry.
Classroom and field session.
Hosted by Michigan DNR and Michigan Association of Timbermen.
SFI and SAF CF credits have been applied for. Lunch NOT provided. Call 906-293-3236 or email: timbermen1972@gmail.com to preregister, please.
Michigan SAF Conference
Theme: "Management of Public and Private Forests"
Grayling, Michigan; April 18-19, 2019
Contact: Mike Smallligan, Michigan DNR
Phone: 517-284-5884
Email: SmalliganM@michigan.gov
RE: Michigan Association of Consulting Forester's (ACF) Conference
4-5 March
Gaylord, Otsego Club & Resort
Registration: $100
This year's conference will be at the Otsego Club and Resort in Gaylord. I will be following up with a full agenda soon but the overall theme will be how we may be able to partner with organizations to improve services and add value for our clients. We will have speakers from MUCC, Huron Pines, and The Ruffed Grouse Society with presentations on how they partner with private landowners and consultants on a variety of projects and services. MDEQ will be there to go through the permitting process for different crossing applications and a professor from MTU will discuss advanced technology (LiDAR and drones) in forest inventory. We will also have updates on the Registered Forester program, Qualified Forest Program as well as our Outreach and Education project and Forests For Fish. I would also like discuss how our Chapter can promote and or utilize forest certification for our clients benefit.
Terry Manty ACF, CF
Registered Forester #997
Office: 906-293-8707
Cell: 906-287-0786
RE: SUSTAINABLE FORESTRY CONFERENCE - FLORENCE, Wisconsin
The conference is AT A DIFFERENT LOCATION THIS YEAR!
Keyes Peak Ski Hill will be the location for this year's Sustainable Forestry Conference.
Attached to this email is the brochure for the upcoming 2019 15th Annual Sustainable Forestry Conference to be held on Thursday, 4 April at Keyes Peak Ski Hill. We will also be mailing these brochures out soon.
On-line registration is up and running at: http://www.lumberjackrcd.org/sustainable-forestry-conference.html (http://www.lumberjackrcd.org/sustainable-forestry-conference.html).
Credit Cards or Pay Pal only accepted online. Registration fee is $35.
Registration deadline 26 March.
The conference fills every year, so register earlier than later
NO WALK-IN registrations. There just won't be enough room.
You may also register by mail:
UW-Extension
Attn: Sabrina Leffler
Florence Natural Resource Center|
5628 Forestry Drive
Florence, WI 54121
If you have any questions, feel free to call or email Sabrina Leffler.
Sabrina Leffler
Office Manager
UW-Madison Division of Extension
Florence County
5628 Forestry Dr
Florence, WI 54121
715-528-4480 ext. 1
sabrina.leffler@ces.uwex.edu
Website: https://florence.extension.wisc.edu/ (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__florence.extension.wisc.edu_&d=DwMF-g&c=nE__W8dFE-shTxStwXtp0A&r=T1JVz4puQ1-4gnlXY8OPEg&m=kFWk6ELmwXZa4vxZwnEqS8eCDVXbQUM_h8Z0bojOuUs&s=3scR5nhy7tnZwDJ1QDDh9m77XMKhiVNtKN9C2f0kj0E&e=)
RE: WOODLAND INVASIVE SPECIES PROGRAM
30 March, 2019; St. Johns, Michigan
A Landowner Invasive Species Prevention Workshop (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.eventbrite.com_e_landowner-2Dforest-2Dinvasive-2Dspecies-2Dprevention-2Dworkshop-2Dtickets-2D55347858936-3Faff-3Debdssbdestsearch&d=DwMFaQ&c=nE__W8dFE-shTxStwXtp0A&r=T1JVz4puQ1-4gnlXY8OPEg&m=Yt_4e0q1eRlJcYu0_-LGJdelyE5JmNxaeFdFi2O1NvA&s=6jT5d1BapwzabTw8OST2EZBn3_EV2UKdtiC3C_iuV-0&e=) will be held on Saturday, 30 March, from 10:00-1:30 at the Woodland Acres Bird Hunting Preserve in St. Johns. This free workshop is for anyone looking to learn more about invasive forest pests, how to prevent them, and how to participate in conservation programs to help keep their forest property healthy.
RE: FORESTRY FOR MICHIGAN BIRDS
10 April, Sault, RSVP by 31 March
Forestry for Michigan Birds is a new initiative that aims to pair silviculture with the habitat needs of Michigan's forest birds. Please join us on Wednesday, 10 April in Sault Ste. Marie for a workshop designed for woodland owners, foresters, and loggers to provide feedback on a proposed project to develop a Forestry with Birds in Mind Toolkit.
Here's what you can learn:
- Identification and ecology of priority forest bird species in Michigan
- Techniques for pairing timber and bird habitat management
- Participate in discussions regarding Toolkit development, real-world applications, and possible limitations
Logistics: 10 April – 10:00-2:30
- McArthur Room, Ramada Plaza
- 240 West Portage Avenue, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783
RSVP to me at kknoll@abcbirds.org by 31 March and please forward this invitation to other stakeholders who may be interested in attending.
Kayla Knoll
American Bird Conservancy
Partner Biologist
Marquette, MI
Phone: 906-226-8871 x 109
Email: kknoll@abcbirds.org
Timber tax program planned for April 3
WATERSMEET—An educational program called "Understanding Your Timber Taxes" will be presented on April 3 at the Northern Waters Casino Resort, starting at 5:30 p.m.
The workshop, presented by Susan Metcalfe of Metcalfe Forestry Co. and Burns Timber Tax Service, is designed for forest land owners, foresters, loggers and tax preparers.
It will cover all aspects of owning and selling timber and will help landowners keep more money and pay less in taxes. It explores common myths about buying and selling timber, the capital gains treatment of the purchase and sale of timber and property tax programs that can save money.
To register, call Linda at the Iron-Baraga Conservation District at 875-3765.
The Iron River Reporter
Training to meet Heterobasidion Root Disease (HRD) Harvest Guidelines and Pesticide Application on State Forestland
Hosted by the MDNR, US Forest Service, and MDARD
9 May, 9:00-3:30
Evergreen Resort in Cadillac with afternoon field training.
By attending this workshop, you will meet the exemption criteria to qualify your business for a pesticide license. Obtaining the pesticide business license is one of the requirements for the application of a pesticide.
The training will address the necessary application of pesticides to prevent the spread of HRD in red pine stands. It also addresses licensing and certification requirements to apply pesticides according to Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development standards and state and federal timber harvest contract specifications. Lunch included but registration is mandatory.
Register with Margaret by calling 517-284-5903 or email spagnuolom2@michigan.gov
Questions? Call Brenda at 989-732-3541x5043 or email haskillb@michigan.gov
4.5 continuing education credits for SAF CFE category 1, Registered Forester, and SFI.
2019 SAF National Convention
"Goods From the Woods"
Louisville, KY
Oct. 30-Nov. 2, 2019
Register by September 18th for Early Bird Rates.
safconvention.org.
#safconvention
RE: BUSINESS MARKETING & MANAGEMENT FOR SAWMILLS
15 August 2019, 8:00-5:00
University Center Gaylord
80 Livingston Boulevard
$50 fee
Eventbrite Registration (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/business-marketing-management-for-sawmills-tickets-61513245774)
RE: TIE MANUFACTURING WORKSHOP
This workshop is being hosted by the Michigan Wood Innovation Team and the DNR. It will take place in Carney, Michigan on 28 August.
Jake Divine
Renewable Resource Solutions
Jake Divine <jake@renewableresourcesolutions.com>
RE: MSAF FALL CONFERENCE
Obstacles Impacting the Forestry Profession
10-11 October (Thursday & Friday)
SAVE THE DATE!!
Each year, the practice of forestry changes and becomes more complicated. Just when you think you have it figured out, the rules change. The Michigan Society of American Foresters (SAF) conference will be held at the Quality Inn and Conference Center located in Escanaba. We will have a slate of guest speakers focusing on issues that make practicing forestry challenging. The next morning, we will have a variety of local mill/woods tours. Watch your inbox for the meeting details and a registration packet!
Thanks,
Bill O'Brion
Marketing Manager – Lake States
Weyerhaeuser
(906) 399-5019
Bill.OBrion@Weyerhaeuser.com
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RE: REGISTERED FORESTER – BOARD OF FORESTERS
Meeting of the Michigan Board of Foresters and the Registered Forester Program
9 October from 1:00-5:00
Quality Inn and Conference Center
2603 N. Lincoln Road, Escanaba, MI 49829
Open to all interested persons and program participants
Call or Email Brenda Haskill at 989-732-3541 x5043 or haskillb@michigan .gov with questions or comments
RE: MSU COURSE FOR NON-FORESTERS
The Department of Forestry at Michigan State University (MSU) is currently offering Michigan's Forests as a non-credit course option. This course will cover the ecological, social, and economic roles of Michigan's forests in historic and contemporary context. This is an introductory/undergraduate-level course, and all participants that complete the course will receive a "Certificate of Completion."
The course runs the Spring semester, 7 January – 26 April 2020.
Please visit https://www.canr.msu.edu/for/continuing-education/ (https://www.canr.msu.edu/for/continuing-education/) to register.
If you have any questions about the course, please contact Jim Rivard at rivard12@msu.edu.
ANNUAL SUSTAINABLE FORESTRY CONFERENCE IN FLORENCE (WI)
April 23, 2020
Contact: Wendy Gehlhoff at wgehlhoff@co.florence.wi.us or 715-528-3294
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RE: GLTPA SPRING CELEBRATION
Spring Celebration
Great Lakes Timber Professionals Association
9 April, 7:30-4:00 (central time)
Green Bay at the KI Convention Center
More information at info@gltpa.org or 715-282-5828
https://www.gltpa.org/gltpa/Spring_Celebration.asp (https://www.gltpa.org/gltpa/Spring_Celebration.asp)
RE: MASS TIMBER SUMMIT
20-21 April
East Lansing
$120 registration / $50 student
http://mifbi.org/events/?utm_source=govdelivery (http://mifbi.org/events/?utm_source=govdelivery)
Michigan Forest Biomaterials Institute
Co-host with the Michigan DNR
Summit Goal The Summit's goal is to accelerate the adoption of mass timber in Michigan by using an on the ground approach and first-hand look at a mass timber building under construction.
· Increase the number of mass timber buildings in Michigan.
· Reduce the carbon footprint of Michigan's built environment.
· Identify resources to accelerate mass timber in Michigan.
The International Log Builders' Association will be holding our Annual Conference in Nashville, TN IN March of this year! Join your business contemporaries, clients and fellow builders at ILBA's 46th Annual Conference in Nashville.
Whether you are a builder, sponsor, exhibitor, student or log home enthusiast you will be sure to make connections and find learning opportunities that will last a lifetime. Don't miss out, register TODAY!
We will be offering a number of very interesting workshops including "Analysis & Interpretation of a Historic House Museum", Dovetail Log Joinery as well as "Heritage Cabin Preservation & Assembly" https://logassociation.org/pre-conference-workshops/ (https://logassociation.org/conferences/)
Here is the link to our website; https://logassociation.org (https://logassociation.org/) (https://logassociation.org/)
Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to learn from Log Building Rock Stars!!!
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RE: FOREST HEALTH & HEMLOCK WOOLLY ADELGID
1 April, 8:30-2:30
Rock River Township Hall
E3667 M-94, Chatham, Michigan
We hope you will consider joining us for this informative and hands-on workshop and training.
SAF Certified Forester, SFI Sustainable Logger, and Commercial Pesticide Applicator Continuing Education Credits are available.
Space is limited, please RSVP to Teri Grout, Alger Conservation District, 906 387-2222, teri.grout@macd.org.
RE: MISAF SPRING CONFERENCE
16-17 April
Grayling, Kirtland Community College
$80 full registration
Registration is now open for the Michigan SAF meeting in Grayling on April 16-17, 2020. This meeting should be a lot of fun with 175-200 foresters and friends coming together for networking, getting better at our profession and enhancing our service to society.
Here is Mike Smalligan's first top ten list of reasons why you should come.
1. Diverse lineup of informative speakers covering forest health and management responses
2. Kirtland Community College on 4 Mile Road is a great facility for a meeting
3. Student research poster contest with free registration for participating students and a $100 cash prize for the best poster
4. Advocate for forestry issues with invited policy makers. Contact Larry Leefers at leefers@msu.edu if you are interested in policy issues.
5. Half barrels of Bell's Two Hearted and Founders Solid Gold at Happy Hour (forests provide clean water which makes great Michigan beer)
6. Sponsors can contribute in-kind donations of valuable items for the Thursday evening raffle (so bring extra cash to support MI SAF)
7. YOU can donate your favorite venison products (jerky, summer sausage, meat sticks, etc) for SAF's first ever MEAT RAFFLE. Seriously, it's a real thing www.npr.org/2019/11/22/781649415/meat-raffles-arent-just-about-the-meat-in-this-new-york-community (https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/www.npr.org/2019/11/22/781649415/meat-raffles-arent-just-about-the-meat-in-this-new-york-community__;!!HXCxUKc!nQmx9YRrEd1B25JthsyLB9m71p1qCv53EP3pMCkDV7rklQXiEoqf9qYDjutz5g$) and we need to do our part as foresters by eating more herbivores.
8. Three interesting and very different tours to choose from on Friday morning – forest health near Hartwick Pines, DNR's new timber cruise by Waters, or mill tours on 4 Mile Road
9. Earn 3 to 9 CFEs if you need credits for the Registered Forester, Certified Forester, or SFI programs
10. Brenda Haskill and Tara Bal are hosting a Women in Natural Resources gathering on Thursday 16 April from 7:30 to 8:30 am at "Coffee by Steph" at 223 E Michigan Ave in Grayling. Women from all areas of natural resources are welcome to gather for free coffee or tea and valuable conversation. Please RSVP to Brenda Haskill at haskillb@michigan.gov or text/call 989-370-9557.
Please return the attached fillable pdf registration form to me if you are paying by check in the mail or if you are paying online with a credit card at https://squareup.com/store/society-of-american-foresters/ (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/squareup.com/store/society-of-american-foresters/__;!!HXCxUKc!nQmx9YRrEd1B25JthsyLB9m71p1qCv53EP3pMCkDV7rklQXiEoqf9qYjc1s-8A$)
Please forward this invitation to your colleagues and those whose emails have changed in the last 4 years. Everyone is welcome at SAF meetings, not just foresters or current members.
We look forward to seeing you in Grayling!
Thanks,
Mike
Mike Smalligan
Forest Stewardship Coordinator
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
525 West Allegan, 4th Floor NE, Lansing MI 48933
Office Phone: 517-284-5884
Email: SmalliganM@michigan.gov
RE: NORTHERN HARDWOOD CONFERENCE
Northern Hardwood Conference 2020 – Registration opens 17 February for the first range-wide Northern Hardwood Conference on 16-18 June in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Abstracts for ignite talks and posters are still being accepted until 31 March. For details please visit our website at...https://uwccs.eventsair.com/nh2020/info (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/secure-web.cisco.com/1RhRzJYcfOUzno-_mqZl7bQku2VTPMI0dhYJNFwbkg46mdfN3QgWe1rUQrfepWM0OBlsp9FuqwRHlTlgzdcbr4p8jS6S_qPsFxP7cWfFwHs4aufsAeeMbwjAfeRzBFjZ-rjzjoGkgQ5XZ2VqsHljxowcP4Z0kTkCH-DhVTARulfJjtCSTAsgqlOyz7cbRXtrRqFGg5BxlYdcMOry7D4ui_ykix9kGRspukJE1OQBL6SoxqjtVKp_lOufFo7nXiy7Q/https*3A*2F*2Fuwccs.eventsair.com*2Fnh2020*2Finfo__;JSUlJSU!!HXCxUKc!ioZVnYUv7atuMcnPAiPtgFZtAfLoZK3uUTScw3InUDouGGNHzSd4VvM47GJZjw$)Future Northern Hardwood Conference Host/Location Proposals - NHC is an on-going conference series that will continue to advance northern hardwood science and management. The Biennial Meeting Development Committee is already developing ideas and accepting proposals for a future conference site in the year 2022. The committee has drafted a hosting policy to encourage consistency in the conference series and an evaluation rubric to assist in selecting the 2022 location (see attached). Interested hosts should email 2-page proposals to Christel Kern by 14 February.Thank you all for your interest in this conference series!Kind Regards,Greg Edge & Christel KernNHC2020 Co-ChairsWe are committed to service excellence.Visit our survey at http://dnr.wi.gov/customersurvey (https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/dnr.wi.gov/customersurvey__;!!HXCxUKc!ioZVnYUv7atuMcnPAiPtgFZtAfLoZK3uUTScw3InUDouGGNHzSd4VvOxDvo0pQ$) to evaluate how I did.Greg Edge Forest Ecologist/Silviculturist – Division of Forestry
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Phone: (608) 498-6512
Fax: (608) 785-9990
Gregory.Edge@wisconsin.govChristel C. Kern, PhD
Research Forester |
Forest Service
Northern Research Station
5985 Highway K, Rhinelander, WI 54501
ph: 715-362-1123, cell: 715-401-3226
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RE: GREAT LAKES FOREST HEALTH SHOWCASE
Wednesday, 8 April from 8:00-4:30 (eastern time)
Sault, Ontario
No registration fees
Algoma University's Convergence Centre
1520 Queen St E
Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2G4
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Welcome to the 1st Annual Great Lakes Forest Health Showcase! Space is limited so if you plan to attend the event live please register early. For those of you not in the Sault Ste. Marie, ON region, consider remote attendance as we will broadcast the event LIVE. Unavailable during the date of the event? Register to receive a link to the uploaded recordings after the event!
There will be poster-viewing and information booths during sign-in and breaks. Coffee, tea and light snacks will be available during break times. Lunch will be provided courtesy of BioForest/Lallemand Plant Care. Parking will be available on site, free of charge.
If you have any questions or concerns please contact Victoria Fewster at
victoria.fewster@canada.ca
(705) 541-5518
People can attend this remotely and anticipate continuing education credits for SAF, SFI, and ISA.
Hey all:
Please join us for a forest pest and disease information session!
Date and Location:
Monday, March 9th, 2020
6pm - 8pm
Pleasant Plains Township Hall
7333 S M-37
Baldwin, MI 49304
This 2-hour presentation, given by the Manistee and Mason-Lake Conservation Districts, Forestry Assistance Program (FAP), and Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR), is designed for landowners AND professionals such as foresters, ecologists, and loggers, interested in pests and diseases that are relevant to the forests of Northwestern Lower Peninsula Michigan. Both native and non-native invasive pests and diseases will be discussed by Josh Shields, FAP Forester with the Manistee and Mason-Lake Conservation Districts, and Cheryl Nelson, Michigan DNR Forester with the Forest Health Response Team. Josh Shields and Cheryl Nelson will also discuss the importance of combatting non-native invasive organisms. They will also explain the importance of understanding how non-native invasive organisms are different than ecologically important native organisms that are often labelled as aggressive pests or diseases. This is a great presentation to attend to stay informed about the organisms impacting your forests!
The following types of organisms will be discussed:
• Non-native invasive insects such as Asian longhorned beetle, beech scale, emerald ash borer, gypsy moth, hemlock woolly adelgid, and spotted lanternfly
• Non-native invasive fungi such as oak wilt
• Non-native invasive plants such as autumn olive and garlic mustard
• Native pests and diseases such as eastern tent caterpillar, forest tent caterpillar, Heterobasidion root disease, lecanium scale, oak decline, red pine pocket decline, spruce decline, and white-tailed deer
This event has been approved for 2 Category 1 Society of American Foresters continuing education credits and Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP) Phase 1 education credit.
There is no cost for attending this event. Snacks will be provided free of charge. A suggested minimum donation of $10/person is requested at the door to help offset costs of the event.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS TUESDAY, MARCH 3rd, 2020. For more information or to register, contact Josh Shields at 231-889-9666 or joshua.shields@macd.org.
Josh Shields, Ph.D.
Outreach Forester, Forestry Assistance Program (FAP)
Manistee and Mason-Lake Conservation Districts
Certified Forester with Society of American Foresters
Certified Wildlife Biologist with The Wildlife Society
Certified Commercial Pesticide Applicator in Michigan
Office: 231-889-9666
Mobile: 989-220-9236
Email: joshua.shields@macd.org
Manistee Conservation District website: http://www.manisteecd2.org/ (http://www.manisteecd2.org/)
Mason-Lake Conservation District website: http://www.mason-lakeconservation.org/ (http://www.mason-lakeconservation.org/)
RE: DATE FOR SUSTAINABLE FORESTRY CONFERENCE
The SFC, held at Keyes Peak Ski Lodge near Florence (WI), has been rescheduled for 22 September. If you're already registered, and wish to remain registered, then you don't need to take any action. If you cannot make that date, please let Sabrina Leffler know so someone else can take that slot. Attendance is limited by the size of the facility and the conference fills to capacity each year.
Sabrina Leffler at sabrina.leffler@wisc.edu (sabrina.leffler@wisc.edu)
RE: MUSHROOM GROWING WORKSHOP
When: Saturday 6 June from 9:00 to 12:00
Where: MCCD Parking Lot, 780 Commerce Drive, Marquette
Please call 906-251-3072 to register, space is limited!
MCCD = Marquette County Conservation District
Interested in growing your own mushrooms?
Want to learn more?
Come to our hands-on workshop!
You will learn how to properly prepare logs and inoculate them with shiitake spawn to have a backyard mushroom harvest of your own!
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RE: "LOGGING CONGRESS" CANCELLATION
2020 Great Lakes Logging & Heavy Equipment Expo Cancelled
The Great Lakes Timber Professionals Association has made the decision to cancel the Great Lakes Logging & Heavy Equipment Expo on 10-12 September 2020. This decision did not come easy but for the safety of our attendees, exhibitors, and the residents of Delta County it is for the best.
If you are an exhibitor and have already submitted payment for your booth(s) we will be returning that to you within the next week. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Jennie Baker.
We will see everyone next year for the 75th Anniversary Great Lakes Logging & Heavy Equipment Expo!
Jennie Baker
Events Coordinator
715- 282-7979
jbaker@gltpa.org (jbaker@gltpa.org)
RE: FOREST MANAGEMENT for RUFFED GROUSE
Virtual Workshop (https://www.uwsp.edu/cnr-ap/fedi/Pages/Timber-Marking-Ruffed-Grouse.aspx)
19 August, 10:00-12:00
Registration: $25 (16 August deadline)
2.0 Category 1 SAF CFE
Join Mike Demchik, Jon Steigerwaldt, and Jason Riddle in a virtual walk-through of how ruffed grouse habitat goals can be incorporated into the planning and execution of forest management. Using the Treehaven Ruffed Grouse Habitat Demonstration Area as a field example, we will use drone footage of a current harvest to discuss how to align management actions with ruffed grouse habitat needs and current population trends.
Registration (https://contedusi.uwsp.edu/v20/emc00/PublicSignIn.aspx?&SessionID=fb7fhpfa3fa1ffmfh6&Lang=*)
The Fall Schedule of New York Logger training is posted now. Of note is that there is one virtual class in Silviculture for those who can't make the drive. A little short on the GOL classes this time around, but they have some other new classes on contracts and other things of interest and value for the logging community.
The Current listing can be found HERE. (https://files.constantcontact.com/82650562101/a025436c-e8ef-4b79-aff1-90b084418fd8.pdf)
RE: NORTHERN HARDWOOD CONFERENCE IN JUNE
Dear Colleagues,
We are excited to bring you an update on Northern Hardwood Conference 2021. The NHC is forgoing a live conference this year. We are pleased to announce a new online conference format, scheduled for 15-16 June 2021. More details will be shared with you in the coming weeks on the conference schedule and registration. Please join us 15 June and 16 June to share and discuss what's new in the science and management of northern hardwoods!
Kind Regards,
Greg Edge and Christel Kern
NHC2021 Co-Chairs
Greg Edge
Forest Ecologist/Silviculturist – Division of Forestry
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Phone: (608) 498-6512
Fax: (608) 785-9990
Gregory.Edge@wisconsin.gov (Gregory.Edge@wisconsin.gov)
Trees & Shrubs
Hey all,
Please join us for a presentation on trees and shrubs on Thursday, February 18th, 2021, at 5:30pm.
This 1-hour presentation, given by the Manistee and Mason-Lake Conservation Districts, Forestry Assistance Program (FAP), and Michigan State University Extension, is designed for landowners AND professionals such as foresters, ecologists, and loggers, interested in planting trees and shrubs. Numerous topics will be discussed by Josh Shields, FAP forester and wildlife biologist with the Manistee and Mason-Lake Conservation Districts, and Emily Pochubay, Tree Fruit Integrated Pest Management Educator with Michigan State University Extension. Topics will include:
• matching tree and shrub species to the proper site conditions
• selecting fruit tree cultivars based on desired use of fruit and susceptibility to pests and disease
• site preparation and planting techniques
• pruning methods for fruit trees
• proper handling and care of seedlings and fruit trees
• containerized versus bareroot stock
• spring versus autumn planting
• protecting trees and shrubs from white-tailed deer and other animals
• the use of tree and shrub planting for timber production, wildlife habitat conversion and enhancement, planting of under-represented species, and erosion control
There is NO COST for attending this event. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND SPACE IS LIMITED – Once you register, you will be provided with login information for the program used to give the virtual presentation. WHEN YOU REGISTER PLEASE PROVIDE AN EMAIL SO WE CAN EMAIL YOU THE LOGIN INFORMATION.
For more information or to register, contact Josh Shields at 989-220-9236 or joshua.shields@macd.org (joshua.shields@macd.org)
Josh Shields, Ph.D.
Forester and Wildlife Biologist, Forestry Assistance Program (FAP)
Manistee and Mason-Lake Conservation Districts
Certified Forester with Society of American Foresters
Certified Wildlife Biologist with The Wildlife Society
Certified Arborist with International Society of Arboriculture
Certified Commercial Pesticide Applicator in Michigan
Office: 231-889-9666
Mobile: 989-220-9236
Email: joshua.shields@macd.org (joshua.shields@macd.org)
Manistee Conservation District website: http://www.manisteecd2.org/ (http://www.manisteecd2.org/)
Mason-Lake Conservation District website: http://www.mason-lakeconservation.org/ (http://www.mason-lakeconservation.org/)
RE: FLORENCE SUSTAINABLE FORESTRY CONFERENCE
What: Save the date – "Changing Industry Dynamics"
When: 5 May 2021
Where: Keyes Peak Ski Lodge, near Florence
Cost: $35 (more for FISTA credits)
As usual, space is limited. Pre-registration required.
More information will be out in a couple of weeks.
Contact: Wendy Gehlhoff, wgehlhoff@co.florence.wi.us (wgehlhoff@co.florence.wi.us), 715-528-3294
RE: FLORENCE SUSTAINABLE FORESTRY CONFERENCE 16th Annual Sustainable Forestry Conference
May 5, 2021
In-Person Event
Keyes Peak Ski Lodge
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Conference Agenda
7:30-7:55 Registration & Light Breakfast
7:55-8:00 Welcome
8:00-9:00 Forestry & Logging Techniques to increase Ruffed Grouse Habitat
John Steigerwaldt, Ruffed Grouse Society
9:00-10:00 Technology Panel
Leo Huhta, Waldo Solutions
Carl Lockhart, John Deere
Shane Kleiman, Green Timber Forestry
10:00-10:15 BREAK
10:15-11:00 Loggers and Truckers Cooperative Efforts
Dennis Schoeneck, Timber Professionals Cooperative
11:00-11:45 MI/WI Forestry Industry Assistance Programs
Don Peterson, Renewable Resource Solutions
11:45-12:30 LUNCH
12:30-1:00 Financing Options for Forestry Industry
Jed Lechleitner, mBank
1:00-2:15 Roundwood Purchasing Panel
Chris Boor, Bell Pole
John Johnson, Potlatch
Tim Nicklaus, Kretz Lumber
2:15-2:30 BREAK
2:30-3:15 WI/MI Legislative & Forest Practices Study Updates
Henry Schienebeck , GLTPA
*Continuing Education Credits Available*
We respectfully request that if your registration was rolled over from last year, please complete the REGISTRATION form and resubmit the form ONLY by April 26, 2021 deadline either by mail, fax or email.
Mail to: Renewable Resource Solutions
1353 W. Hwy US 2, Suite 2
Crystal Falls, MI 49920
Fax (906) 875-3724 or Email to Nikki@renewableresourcesolutions.com (Nikki@renewableresourcesolutions.com)
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Conference Fee: $35.00
Financial Contributors/Sponsors: Registration is FREE, only return the completed Registration form.
Face Masks recommendations will be based on Florence County Health Department requirements on May 5, 2021.
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on 15-16 June 2021. This conference will provide researchers and managers working in the northern hardwood range with a forum to learn, share and discuss the newest science and management related to this important forest type. Registration is now open! Conference organizers are pleased to announce several group presentations covering a wide variety of topics. The first three group presentations of the event are highlighted below. Visit the website for full details and list of speakers!
- NH-SEED: A holistic experiment to revisit classical and test novel silvicultural systems in a changing world – presented by Chris Webster et al.
- Alternative silvicultural systems, tree regeneration success and deer use in northern hardwood forests – presented by Mike Walters et al.
- Lessons learned from climate adaptation projects in northern hardwood forests – presented by Maria Janowiak et al.
Thank you to our generous sponsors for supporting the development of this conference!
RE: FOREST EXPLORATION DAY – BARAGA COUNTY
Conservation Districts and VanOss Forestry
11 June, 9:00-2:00
Lunch provided
Sign-up deadline 7 June.
RE: LUMBER GRADING COURSE
The Lake States Lumber Association will be offering a Hardwood Lumber Grading Short Course in Antigo, WI on 17-19 August. The course is open to everyone, although members of LSLA are able to register at a reduced cost. For complete details, including the topics that will be covered in the course, list of instructors, suggested area hotels, and registration link, see the Hardwood Lumber Grading Short Course brochure. (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001uM6bXy09jDOsZvxqLVXgRFzyKscrWLcHieIg3EhLu4Rd4UHuh00y-CJnjkKSZFXzcC2SjFREhezC7p04Ce1HZ7ZdqWTwyHcr6oqXpHyWF78kIYf1TWlb4hsJFo-tNtpT43lUCjGIeMsoWsyuCBPx0Ie3ZyvJaht1Fx3zQVsY5nszewBjzbkhQbNBStN5SWbrHkfuj6u_ILExQnkVrsoFXIp4kAaS-_1NuL95WL96KZE=&c=Csh8n9KEvkxVZlE-jh0oQD8ozuJH4pEROnPro5wK3T-jmgQqTQ41KQ==&ch=mewNqABy7Xhm2hXUxCl7142HKv5TP20vnceMp-rAn6AptG6L_PD6PA==__;!!HXCxUKc!mGj8zr3XTJgXb0VZJMlQxx_Nzr3O89at05vVGDLrHG3cB6vc6fWQ_rm3j6wO6Q$)
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Hosted and organized by GLTPA, the Great Lakes Logging & Heavy Equipment Expo is the largest forest products tradeshow in the Midwest. This year's 75thAnniversary show takes place September 9-11, 2021 in Escanaba Michigan at the U.P. State Fairgrounds. Check out this video from the 2019 show.
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RE: HEMLOCK WOOLLY ADELGID UPDATE VIRTUAL MEETING
18 August, 1:00–3:00 EST
The Michigan HWA Coordinating Committee is excited to invite to you our first bi-annual HWA Update meeting. This will be an opportunity to hear from various partners with updates from on the ground managers working on private and public property and information on the latest research happening here in the state. This will be a two-hour update with ample time reserved for questions. Please feel free to share this invite with anyone who may be interested in learning more about HWA in Michigan.
Presenters
-Heide Frei-Michigan DNR
-Keely Dunham-West Michigan CISMA
-Dani McGarry-Mason-Lake Conservation District
-Nicole Schafer-Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
-Deb McCullough-Michigan State University
Microsoft Teams meeting
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Regards,
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Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development
Pesticide and Plant Pest Management Division
P.O. Box 30017
Lansing, MI 48909
517-614-0454 – Cell
Quote from: Ron Scott on July 11, 2006, 04:29:58 PM
RE: NEW MICHIGAN TREE / TALL SHRUB ID BOOK
"Trees of Michigan." 2006. Linda Kershaw. Lone Pine Publishing. 272 pp.
ISBN: 978-976-8200-07-5
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This book has just become available and it's a pretty good field guide for both the beginner and expert. Would be good for classrooms, too. It's filled with keys, tools, descriptions, images, and more.
I read it twice! Thats all it's need to be said about this book
Forest Management for the Private Woodland Owner virtual workshop by Purdue Extension.
The Virtual Forest Management for the Private Woodland Owner course will provide 8 online meetings on Thursdays from 6 to 8:30 pm, starting February 24, 2022, where the biology and management of woodlands will be presented and participants will be provided an opportunity to ask questions via the chat feature in Zoom.
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RE: GLTPA SPRING CELEBRATION
Great Lakes Timber Professionals Association
13 April, 9:00-4:00 (eastern) at the casino in Harris, Michigan (near Escanaba)
https://www.gltpa.org/gltpa/Spring_Celebration.asp (https://www.gltpa.org/gltpa/Spring_Celebration.asp)
Registration (https://www.youtube.com/c/BeLEAFItorNot/videos): $20 members, $30 members for SFI credits, $40 non-members
National SAF Convention 22
Baltimore, MD. September 20-24, 2022
SAFCONVENTION.ORG
Quote from: Ron Scott on March 12, 2022, 12:44:45 PM
National SAF Convention 22
Baltimore, MD. September 20-24, 2022
SAFCONVENTION.ORG
Ron
Is this the 100 year celebration?
Ken,
No, it's just the 2022 Convention. ;)
RE: HARDWOOD SAWMILLING PROGRAM
6 June to 1 July
Northcentral Technical College
Antigo, Wisconsin
$2750
Training Focus:
· Hardwood Lumber Inspection
· Sawing, Edging, & Trimming to Maximize Profits
· Hardwood Log Scaling & Grading
· Species Identification for Hardwood Lumber & Logs
All classes are taught in person and utilize Northcentral Technical College's 27,000 square foot state-of-the art Wood Technology Center of Excellence.
https://www.ntc.edu/academics-training/programs/all/certificate/hardwood-sawmilling (https://www.ntc.edu/academics-training/programs/all/certificate/hardwood-sawmilling)
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RE: FOREST TECH PROGRAM AT BAY COLLEGE
MSU's Institute of Technology is hosting a virtual informational session about the new Forest Technology program at Bay College (Escanaba) on Wednesday, 27 April at 6:00-7:00 (eastern).
https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/info_session_forest_technology_april_27 (https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/info_session_forest_technology_april_27).
RE: FORESTS OF MICHIGAN AUTHORS! 28 April, 7:00 in the evening (eastern) This Thursday evening (4/28), the University of Michigan Press is hosting a "Meet the Authors" session on Zoom. Don Dickmann and Larry Leefers were invited as authors of The Forests of Michigan. T his event will take place in Facebook Live and Zoom webinar. The recording will be posted on Facebook. Anyone can register for the Zoom webinar at this link: https://umich.zoom.us/webinar/register/9616509003463/WN_YEZa17eeSrCFqn8QtGgTBA (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/umich.zoom.us/webinar/register/9616509003463/WN_YEZa17eeSrCFqn8QtGgTBA__;!!HXCxUKc!iNNqmf8qTQxx6w3k68SJX21CjUV2lu-JWIDDYa01gI7k1ARAFvtlyOHQ_NVMMg$) Or they can watch the event on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/events/299461552336394 (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/events/299461552336394__;!!HXCxUKc!iNNqmf8qTQxx6w3k68SJX21CjUV2lu-JWIDDYa01gI7k1ARAFvtlyOG8A_rQqw$) Thanks, Larry and Don--
Larry Leefers
Associate Professor Emeritus
Global Observatory for Ecosystem Services
Department of Forestry, Michigan State University
Phone: 517-333-8850 (Cell)
Hot off the Press: The SAF 2021 Annual Report
The SAF 2021 Annual Report (https://safnet.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7e60c7a60d4d1bb40706127b4&id=ebc8dd8265&e=4ff6a0ca18) is now available!
Each year, our annual report allows us to highlight and share accomplishments, reflect on challenges, take stock of opportunities, and recognize our important volunteers and supporters. This report is about you—our members and volunteers—and your impacts within the SAF community and the forestry profession at large.
Inside the report we delve into last year's member recruitment campaign, our virtual convention, Foresters' Fund projects, public policy initiatives, online learning opportunities, and more.
So, take a moment to explore the SAF 2021 Annual Report and our theme, "Seeing the Foresters through the Trees."
SAF 23 National Convention
FORESTRY: IT'S IN OUR DNA
October 25-29,2023, Sacramento Convention Center
Sacramento, California
Hardwood Cut Log Scaling & Grading TrainingSpaces are available for an in-depth training on hardwood cut log scaling and grading hosted by the Sustainable Resources Institute. This session is designed as an introductory log scaling course or a refresher training for experienced log graders. Participants will receive 6 SFI or 6 SAF continuing education credits for attending. Session details:
- Time: Thursday, June 8 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Location: Kirtland Community College (classroom portion) and AJD Forest Products (onsite portion), Grayling, MI
- Cost: $50. Master Loggers receive a 50% discount.
Scale sticks will be provided, and each participant will receive a copy of the official grading rules. Participants should wear hardhats and safety toe boots, dress for the weather and bring their own clipboards and writing instruments. Morning coffee and lunch will be provided.
This workshop is made possible in part by a grant from the USDA Forest Service, an equal opportunity employer.
Nature Walk about Mushrooms & Fungi
Hey all,
Please join us for a nature walk about mushrooms and other fungi on 5/26/2023! See below (and attached flyer/agenda) for details.
During this nature walk you will learn about different types of fungi (including mushrooms) growing in the forests of Michigan. Specific topics will include identification of wild fungi (including edible and non-edible species) and the basic biology of mushrooms and other fungi. We will also discuss the ecological importance of such fungi in the forest. This nature walk will take place at the Fin and Feather Club of Mason County and will be led by Josh Shields, FAP forester and wildlife biologist with the Manistee and Mason-Lake Conservation Districts, and Linda Scribner, a naturalist who received her Wild Mushroom Certification through Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD).
Date and Location:
*Friday, May 26th, 2023, from 9:00am to ~12:00pm.
At ~8:45am, meet at the Fin and Feather Club of Mason County, 3276 North Darr Road, Scottville, Michigan 49454 – the parking area is near the main building. We will walk various areas of the property and identify and discuss fungi we see along the way.
There is NO COST to attend this nature walk! SPACE IS LIMITED so please register by May 19th, 2023, by contacting the Manistee Conservation District at 231-889-9666 or by emailing Josh Shields, FAP forester and wildlife biologist with the Manistee and Mason-Lake Conservation Districts, at joshua.shields@macd.org (joshua.shields@macd.org).
Thank you for your support!
Josh Shields, Ph.D.
Michigan Forestry Assistance Program (FAP)
Manistee and Mason-Lake Conservation Districts
Certified Forester with Society of American Foresters
Certified Wildlife Biologist with The Wildlife Society
Certified Arborist with International Society of Arboriculture
Certified Inspector with American Tree Farm System
Tree Risk Assessment Qualified with International Society of Arboriculture
Certified Commercial Pesticide Applicator in Michigan
Certified Michigan Natural Shoreline Professional
Office: 231-889-9666
Mobile: 989-220-9236
Email: joshua.shields@macd.org (joshua.shields@macd.org)
Manistee Conservation District website: http://www.manisteecd2.org/ (http://www.manisteecd2.org/)
Mason-Lake Conservation District website: http://www.mason-lakeconservation.org/ (http://www.mason-lakeconservation.org/)
Forestry and Wildlife Habitat Field DayHey all,
Please join us for a
forestry and wildlife habitat field day on 6/10/2023 in Mason County!
During this field day you will learn about different factors to consider when making management decisions on your forested or non-forested property. These topics will be discussed as part of a field tour highlighting the 80-acre parcel owned by Adam Wais, 2021 Lower Peninsula Michigan Tree Farmer of the Year and 2022 Mason-Lake Conservation District (MLCD) Outstanding Conservationist. Josh Shields, Forestry Assistance Program [FAP] forester and wildlife biologist with the Manistee Conservation District (MCD) and MLCD, and Adam Wais will discuss the following aspects of habitat management:
- History of the 80-acre parcel
- Benefits of habitat management, management plans, and working with private sector and public sector professionals
- Programs such as the Qualified Forest Program (QFP), American Tree Farm System (ATFS), Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP) Forest, Wetlands, Habitat A*Syst, Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) cost share
- Commercial and non-commercial habitat management practices implemented on the parcel, including management of red pine plantations and mixed deciduous forest
- Management of non-native invasive species on the parcel, such as autumn olive (non-native invasive shrub)
- Non-forested habitat management and restoration, including the planting of trees and shrubs and native wildflowers and grasses
Date and Location:*Saturday, June 10th, 2023, from 9:00am to 1:00pm. The field tour will take place from 9:00am to ~12:00pm, followed by lunch and a question-and-answer session from ~12:00pm to 1:00pm.
*At 8:45am, meet at the 80-acre parcel owned by Adam Wais:
1705 E KOENIG RD, FREESOIL, MI 49411 – PLEASE PARK ALONG KOENIG RD
****This event has been approved for 3 Category 1 Society of American Foresters continuing education credits****
There is NO COST to attend the field day and LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED! THANK YOU TO THE MICHIGAN TREE FARM COMMITTEE FOR FUNDING THIS EVENT!
SPACE IS LIMITED so please register by June 2nd, 2023, by contacting the MCD at 231-889-9666 or by emailing Josh Shields, the MCD and MLCD forester and wildlife biologist, at joshua.shields@macd.org (joshua.shields@macd.org). Thank you for your support!
Josh Shields, Ph.D.
Michigan Forestry Assistance Program (FAP)Manistee and Mason-Lake Conservation DistrictsCertified Forester with Society of American Foresters
Certified Wildlife Biologist with The Wildlife Society
Certified Arborist with International Society of Arboriculture
Certified Inspector with American Tree Farm System
Tree Risk Assessment Qualified with International Society of Arboriculture
Certified Commercial Pesticide Applicator in Michigan
Certified Michigan Natural Shoreline Professional
Office: 231-889-9666
Mobile: 989-220-9236
Email: joshua.shields@macd.org (joshua.shields@macd.org)
Manistee Conservation District website: http://www.manisteecd2.org/ (http://www.manisteecd2.org/)
Mason-Lake Conservation District website: http://www.mason-lakeconservation.org/ (http://www.mason-lakeconservation.org/)
Michigan Fall SAF Meeting
Michigan SAF program co-chair Alex Klosek of Lyme Timber has put together a great fall conference for us in Marquette on September 28-29, 2023. See attached registration form with agenda and program details.
Here are a few highlights:
· We will be meeting at the Northern Center on the campus of Northern Michigan University in Marquette.
· Alex has lined up lots of interesting speakers for Thursday and 4 unique tour choices for Friday morning.
· Lodging is available 1 mile south (walking distance) at the Marquette Ramada Inn at 412 Washington Street. Call 906-629-6887 by September 6 to reserve a room at $85 and mention the Michigan SAF room block.
· You can mail a $75 check payable to Michigan SAF to me OR pay online with a credit card at https://society-of-american-foresters.square.site/ (https://society-of-american-foresters.square.site/)
· A Zoom webinar option will be available at no cost to SAF members ($50 for non-members) who are not able to attend in person.
· It is only $25 for students to attend (SAF & MFA offer travel support) and it's $125 for your non-member forester friends to attend in person.
· Please contact Daphna Gadoth-Goodman at MSU Forestry (gadothgo@msu.edu (gadothgo@msu.edu)) if you want to donate an item for the SAF Foresters Fund fundraiser.
· Please contact me if your organization would like to be a sponsor or vendor at $250, $500, $750 or $1,000 levels.
See you late September in Marquette!
Thanks,
Mike Smalligan
MI SAF Program Co-Chair
Cell: 517-449-5666
Keep the paperwork simple and the woods beautiful.
Lumber Grading Workshop
Sign up for lumber-grading workshop in December.
Join lumber professionals for a four-day introduction to lumber grading workshop Dec. 4-7, to take place at Kirtland Community College's Grayling, MI campus.
The workshop includes study and explanation of the National Hardwood Lumber Association Rules Book, emphasizing the basics of hardwood lumber inspection and the manufacturing of railroad ties. Professionals who could benefit from the course include yard workers, sawyers, edgers, sales and office staff and management.
Fee is $270 and includes a rules book, coffee and muffins, lunches, handouts and door prizes. Bring a notebook and pencil, eye protection, a calculator and a lumber rule if you have one.
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SAF 24 National Convention
Loveland, CO; September 17-20, 2024
My wife and I just completed the WSU Extension "Forest Stewardship Coached Planning Course". These are conducted regionally (in WA) a couple times a year. This course and much more can be found here, https://forestry.wsu.edu/.
The guy who runs the courses, WSU Prof. Kevin Zobrist, does a truly exceptional job conveying information. He really knows how to educate. Soils and forest health, harvesting, critters, invasives... Lots of good stuff.
The structure is focused around writing your own small forest management program, but not in some sort of "fill-in-the-blanks" kind of way. He wants you to understand, appreciate, and enjoy forest management.
I highly recommend the course. One evening a week for about 8 weeks, plus a field trip. $150, if memory serves.
Maximus - That sounds like a fascinating course.
Even is someone did not want to write their own forest management plan, it would certainly allow then to have a more intelligent/informed conversation with their forester to end up with a plan that really meets their needs and goals.
Registration Open for Spring 2024 Wisconsin Local Use Dimension Lumber Grading Certificate Courses
Registration Now Open for Additional WLUDLG Courses
Wednesday, April 24, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. - COURSE & WAITLIST ARE FULL
Kemp Natural Resources Station, (https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_rgAbo09Tcyji51dWqUIWJ9UMcFjWMhHk8Aoa8WfrkBImYcxeinmi4EYGp12qGr8B2yG5okk87ywQdWKQKCcaEw_L0gfALNF5hy23iMcfKQEHfpQz-XoMd5fEsZ_4qD2oZPM1b9m6Kg=&c=CB79UU6OtwE_z8_7HDvS-wHj5gQzt6YtBBYzy21jOf_KjkzD-8OuKA==&ch=xyhBkv9Pno8FU3Uot7BOPGm36YZHig9Zl2M_P4g7X-9n1hbdhdlBKg==) Woodruff
Thursday, April 25, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Kemp Natural Resources Station, (https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_rgAbo09Tcyji51dWqUIWJ9UMcFjWMhHk8Aoa8WfrkBImYcxeinmi4EYGp12qGr8B2yG5okk87ywQdWKQKCcaEw_L0gfALNF5hy23iMcfKQEHfpQz-XoMd5fEsZ_4qD2oZPM1b9m6Kg=&c=CB79UU6OtwE_z8_7HDvS-wHj5gQzt6YtBBYzy21jOf_KjkzD-8OuKA==&ch=xyhBkv9Pno8FU3Uot7BOPGm36YZHig9Zl2M_P4g7X-9n1hbdhdlBKg==) Woodruff
Wednesday, May 15, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Kemp Natural Resources Station, (https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_rgAbo09Tcyji51dWqUIWJ9UMcFjWMhHk8Aoa8WfrkBImYcxeinmi4EYGp12qGr8B2yG5okk87ywQdWKQKCcaEw_L0gfALNF5hy23iMcfKQEHfpQz-XoMd5fEsZ_4qD2oZPM1b9m6Kg=&c=CB79UU6OtwE_z8_7HDvS-wHj5gQzt6YtBBYzy21jOf_KjkzD-8OuKA==&ch=xyhBkv9Pno8FU3Uot7BOPGm36YZHig9Zl2M_P4g7X-9n1hbdhdlBKg==) Woodruff
Thursday, May 16, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Kemp Natural Resources Station, (https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_rgAbo09Tcyji51dWqUIWJ9UMcFjWMhHk8Aoa8WfrkBImYcxeinmi4EYGp12qGr8B2yG5okk87ywQdWKQKCcaEw_L0gfALNF5hy23iMcfKQEHfpQz-XoMd5fEsZ_4qD2oZPM1b9m6Kg=&c=CB79UU6OtwE_z8_7HDvS-wHj5gQzt6YtBBYzy21jOf_KjkzD-8OuKA==&ch=xyhBkv9Pno8FU3Uot7BOPGm36YZHig9Zl2M_P4g7X-9n1hbdhdlBKg==) Woodruff
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is happy to announce additional dates for Local Use Dimension Lumber Grading (LUDLG) certification courses this spring. Registration is now open (https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_rgAbo09Tcyji51dWqUIWJ9UMcFjWMhHk8Aoa8WfrkBImYcxeinmi68am7WPk0gzA4gyz0nsOJ-T5Zh3QYSKVH8V1xpKRlz5GiLnKMXZQQ6_05Vo6KwvjDs61n4V4hlxE_1HjiRkFXct5Tmz1ip44xliOq_qvP89pGDHElpvaM_kHvQd4UxPbmsX282rMfkTrAGrL05NTms=&c=CB79UU6OtwE_z8_7HDvS-wHj5gQzt6YtBBYzy21jOf_KjkzD-8OuKA==&ch=xyhBkv9Pno8FU3Uot7BOPGm36YZHig9Zl2M_P4g7X-9n1hbdhdlBKg==) for these newly added 2024 courses and expected to fill very quickly.
The LUDLG certification, open to anyone, allows the use of locally milled dimension lumber in one- and two-family residential construction. By completing the course and passing the associated exam, participants are given the proper training and certification to mill and sell lumber under the local use dimension lumber grading system. Certification is valid for five years, after which recertification is required by completing another course.
As part of this course participants will:
- Gain an understanding of basic wood science and material defects
- Obtain hands-on experience grading lumber
- Gain the skills and certification needed to mill and sell for the construction of one- and two-family dwellings
Registration Information
Registration Fee: Free
Spots Available in Each Course: 15. First come, first served.
Registration Deadline: One week before each course. |
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- https://www.uwsp.edu/wfc/wisconsin-forestry-center/wisconsin-local-use-dimension-lumber-grading/ (https://www.uwsp.edu/wfc/wisconsin-forestry-center/wisconsin-local-use-dimension-lumber-grading/)
Please email the Wisconsin Forestry Center (mailto:wfc@uwsp.edu) to be added to the course interest list to hear about future offerings. |
- wfc@uwsp.edu (mailto:%20-%20wfc@uwsp.edu)
More information on the course and associated certifications is available on the WDNR's LUDLG website. (https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_rgAbo09Tcyji51dWqUIWJ9UMcFjWMhHk8Aoa8WfrkBImYcxeinmi4EYGp12qGr8RJO7Y9QdflpGWPDRF_C-t1jR8PKXR0hhks3_vU_p8J4CeWxC7mri4NWUIriJraBSXNewX1XZoF0FS44BRFL3ZHoVSpiOX-GHxYnkjRsiVNDuNRBck7apFwOsxIoWmErJ&c=CB79UU6OtwE_z8_7HDvS-wHj5gQzt6YtBBYzy21jOf_KjkzD-8OuKA==&ch=xyhBkv9Pno8FU3Uot7BOPGm36YZHig9Zl2M_P4g7X-9n1hbdhdlBKg==) (https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/forestbusinesses/wludl (https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/forestbusinesses/wludl))
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I attended one of the WLUDLG Courses in August 2023 and found it very informative and helpful. It was free. Just needed to register quickly enough, because the courses do fill up fast! The certificate you get on completion is valid for 5 years. Currently the 2 courses in April 2024 are full and there's only 1 spot left for the May 15th course, according to the UWSP website used to sign-up. - https://www.uwsp.edu/wfc/wisconsin-forestry-center/wisconsin-local-use-dimension-lumber-grading/
Kiln drying meeting in Dubuque, IA soon.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/great-lakes-kiln-drying-association-spring-meeting-registration-852198276987?aff=oddtdtcreator
Hardwood Lumber Grading Short Course in Antigo, WI
June 18 - June 20, 2024 - Sessions begin at 8:00 am each day
Northcentral Technical College - Wood Technology Center Of Excellence
312 Forrest Avenue
Antigo, WI 54409
See www.lsla.com (https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001lhI2k-dn9JiPblnzggdsJ7DIQHNW5P0zNBR6MVdbbtmVEUGC5RghB-PkjrUqgz2sxohYYC6hj2EN5hMBjrthDPuGDnFOEtzUVMC03aH35jdAxGIqcR7l6U0e9VZEixUaw__wk8Q3cos=&c=IJ-QZABsiB9xqXLJzujNRkNm7FRlc9NHfpqRXF08DRojVP-r7D_xXA==&ch=BVTCan_lCysNryGU1MvcmyyvPfdJue9gwfrO9mbr_kgAQFyiIAiQxw==) for details.
I attended this 3-day short course during the fall of 2023 and found it to be a helpful, hands-on introduction to NHLA grading standards.
Moulder Set-up & Knife Grinding Workshop
May 20-22, 2024 - Antigo, WI
Contact NorthCentral Technical College - Antigo campus for details.
2025 Timbermen's Convention
April 24-25, 2025
Kewadin Casino
Sault Ste. Marie, MI
For Attendees and Exhibitor Registration:
Visit www.michigantimbermen.com/timbermens-convention
Society of American Foresters Spring Meeting
April 10-11, 2025
Treetops Resort, Gaylord, MI
Contact: Mike Smalligan (DNR)
517-449-5666
National SAF Convention
Hartford, CT
October 22-23, 2025
"From roots to Canopy: 125 Years of Forestry and Natural Resources"
safconvention.org