CLE ELUM, Washington – Family forest owners and managers in eastern Washington can learn how to manage and protect their woodlands alongside Washington State University Extension Forestry experts at an upcoming in-field event.
At WSU Extension’s Forest and Range Owners Field Day, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, June 21, at the Leavitt Family property in Cle Elum, Washington, recognized experts in forest management, wildlife habitat, and other land stewardship disciplines offer timely, and unbiased information.
“Our field day rotates regularly around the region, so landowners in Chelan, Kittitas and Yakima counties should not miss this chance to better understand and protect their properties alongside professional foresters,” said Joshua Cardin, WSU Extension Forestry Program Coordinator for eastern Washington. “Whether your forest is only five acres, or 500, we’ve designed this program to meet your needs.”
Field day instructors teach landowners to plan and execute management activities that meet their personal objectives, reduce risks, and protect their financial investment. Absentee landowners with property in eastern Washington are especially encouraged to attend.
Participants can choose from a wide variety of classes and activities taught by specialists in forest health and management; wildlife habitat, surveillance, and protection; weed control; wildfire risk reduction; timber management, planning, regulations, and taxes; security and safety; Native American uses of the land and prescribed fire; chainsaw safety and maintenance; financial and technical assistance programs, and more.
Presenters will be available to answer questions specific to an owner’s property situation. Participants can sign up for a free walk in the woods with a forester, wildlife biologist, or both. Youth activities will be available all day.
Early registration by June 18 is $30 per person or $40 for a family of two or more. After June 18, admission $40 per person or $50 per family. One lunch is included with registration. For additional family members or guests, optional lunches can be purchased for $10 each. Please register for lunch by June 18.
A brochure with more detailed information, driving directions, registration form, and schedule can be found at http://forestry.wsu.edu. Or, for information, contact your local WSU Extension office.
For mail in registration information, contact Mary Ellen Gormley at (509) 667-6540.
For online registration questions or questions about the program, contact:
- WSU Forestry Coordinator Joshua Cardin at (509) 308-8224 or by email at joshua.cardin@wsu.edu
- WSU Extension Forester Andy Perleberg at (509) 630-4217 or by email at andyp@wsu.edu