Mountains Woodland Steward Series

Discovering Your Land: Basic Land Management Skills

Location: Cradle of Forestry in America

Friday, July 9 (9am-5pm), Saturday, July 10 (9am-12pm)

How to set property management goals and objectives while considering the role of your land in the big picture of Southern Appalachian ecosystems.  A basic introduction to some local native wildlife and how to manage your land with wildlife in mind.  Learn to use basic tools such as plant identification, soil sampling, using maps and compasses, and GIS information to manage your land.

Native Landscaping & Water Management

Location: NC Arboretum in Asheville

Friday, July 23 (9am-5pm), Saturday, July 24 (9am-12pm)

A general overview of choosing and planting native plants for your property.  Care of urban trees and basic information on invasive plants.  View stormwater best management practices and erosion control measures.  Basic information on planning and locating ponds and managing streamside riparian zones. 

Woodscaping Your Woodlands & Firewise Management

Location: Holmes Educational State Forest

Friday, August 6 (9am-5pm), Saturday, August 7 (9am-12pm)

A general overview of managing your forest land–how topography and soil affect the forest type and a tour of harvesting methods.  Basic information on forest insects and diseases, pasture management, and how to grow native woodland medicinals and ramps.  Reducing the risk of wildfire loss by becoming “Firewise” in your backyard. 

Stewardship, Recreation, & Liability

Location: Cradle of Forestry in America & trip to private property

Friday, August 20 (9am-5pm), Saturday, August 21 (9am-11am)

Planning trails on your property, plus the basics of land ownership liability and conservation easements.  Explore management practices in the field and apply your new knowledge and skills. Finalize your goals and objectives.  Graduation ceremony and lunch will follow on Saturday for those who have attended at least 3 of the 4 workshops.

Registration Information:

 •Registration is $40.00 per participant per workshop.  Spouse or other family member registration is $20.00 per workshop and one set of educational materials is provided for the family.

 •Credit toward NC Environmental Education Certification is available, as well as educator CEU and forester CFE credits.

 •Workshops count as electives toward Asheville Board of Realtors ECO Certification.

 •Registration deadline is one week prior to the workshop desired.

 •Attendance in at least 3 of the 4 workshops is required to graduate. 

 •Participant will receive e-mail confirmations upon receipt of registration and payment.  Please read for detailed workshop information and directions.

 •Lunch will be provided on the first day of each workshop.

Piedmont Woodland Steward Series

Discovering Your Land: Basic Land Management Skills

Location: Dan Nicholas Park, Salisbury

Friday, April 9 (9am-5pm), Saturday, April 10 (9am-12pm)

How to set property management goals and objectives while considering the role of your land in the big picture of regional ecosystems.  Discuss ways to manage your land with wildlife in mind.  Learn to use basic tools such as plant identification, soil sampling, using maps and compasses, and GIS/ GPS information to manage your land.

Native Landscaping & Water Management

Location: NC Zoo, Asheboro

Friday, April 23 (9am-5pm), Saturday, April 24 (9am-12pm)

A general overview of soil preparation and choosing and planting native plants in non-forested areas of your property.  Care of urban trees and basic information on invasive plants.  Solving stormwater problems with plants, and the basics of native grasses and wildflowers.

Woodscaping Your Woodlands & Firewise Management

Location: Jordan Lake Educational State Forest, Chapel Hill

Friday, May 7 (9am-5pm), Saturday, May 8 (9am-12pm)

A general overview of managing your forest land–how topography and soil affect the forest type and a tour of harvesting methods.  Basic information on forest insects and diseases, habitat areas, and secondary forest products.  Plus, the benefits of prescribed burning and becoming “Firewise” in your backyard.

Stewardship, Recreation, & Liability

Location: Montgomery Community College, Troy

Friday, May 21 (9am-5pm), Saturday, May 22 (9am-11am)

Planning trails on your property, plus the basics of land ownership liability, recreational income opportunities, and conservation easements.  Explore management practices in the field and apply your new knowledge and skills. Finalize your goals and objectives.  Graduation ceremony and lunch will follow on Saturday for those who have attended at least 3 of the 4 workshops.

Registration Information:

 •Registration is $40.00 per participant per workshop.  Spouse or other family member registration is $20.00 per workshop and one set of educational materials is provided for the family.

 •Credit toward NC Environmental Education Certification is available, as well as educator CEU and forester CFE credits.

 •Workshops count as electives toward Asheville Board of Realtors ECO Certification.

 •Registration deadline is one week prior to the workshop desired.

 •Attendance in at least 3 of the 4 workshops is required to graduate. 

 •Participant will receive e-mail confirmations upon receipt of registration and payment.  Please read for detailed workshop information and directions.

 •Lunch will be provided on the first day of each workshop.