| Kentucky Woodlands E-News is published by the University of Kentucky Forestry Extension group. This periodic E-News will share up-to-date information about workshops, webinars, and other items of interest to woodland owners, the wood industry, and those that want to learn more about the amazing woodland resource in Kentucky. |
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2011 Woodland Owners Short Course Limited space is still available at each of the Woodland Owners Short Course (WOSC)  offerings. The Central Region WOSC will be on August 20 in Nelson County, the West Region WOSC will be on August 27 in Butler County, and the East Region WOSC will be on September 24 in Bath County. Each WOSC features two programming tracks: one for experienced woodland owners and one for those just getting started managing their woodlands. To register or for additional information please click here. |
UK Forestry Blog Spot - New Post
Check out the latest UK Forestry Extension Blog post about EPA's Clarification on Logging Road Permitting and Response of Loggers and Landowners to Biomass Markets at http://ukforestryextension.blogspot.com/ |
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Biomass Workshops Successfully Completed
The recent Biomass Workshops were well  received by the more than 300 woodland owners, loggers, foresters, and forest industry individuals attending; more than 98% of those completing evaluations indicated their expectations were exceeded or met. Some of the presentations and additional information regarding the workshops can be found at www.ca.uky.edu/forestryextension/biomass.php |
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2011 Forestry Fall Webinar Series
UK Forestry Extension is pleased to announce the 2011 Forestry Fall Webinar Series. The webinars will be on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8 p.m. (Eastern Time) starting on October 4th with Tree Identification. We are working with County Extension Agents to offer local viewing options at County Extension Offices. For the latest information please visit www.ca.uky.edu/forestryextension/fallwebinars.php |
Fall Photograph Workshop
Ever wanted to learn how to photograph nature? Here is your chance. The Fall Photography workshop at the Pine Mountain Settlement School will be held October 7-9. Participants will receive hands on training at the peak of fall color on Pine Mountain and will have the opportunity to photograph sunsets over the Cumberland plateau, colorful reflections in sand lake, and the brilliance of huckleberries and blueberries on stone outcroppings. The workshop is limited to 15 participants. The instructor is Dr. Tom Barnes. Click here for registration information.
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Kentucky Forest Leadership Program
The Kentucky Forest Leadership Program began over 50 years ago and has evolved during that time. The program is designed for high school students completing their sophomore and junior years. This week-long experience concentrates on forest management and related subjects. The program will be held June 11 -15, 2012. Registration material will be available late Decebmer 2011. We'd love to see your high school student next year. For more information, click here. |
