> March 2021
March 5...Online 12 Noon -
1 PM.
Cross-Laminated Timber will be presented via
Zoom webinar. Speaker: Dr. David Kennedy, Auburn
University. Fee: $10. Contact Norm Haley at (256) 630-4248 or
nvh0001@aces.edu.
March 6...Montgomery County
9 AM.
Alabama Conservation Advisory Board Meeting at
the RSA Activity Center, 201 Dexter Avenue,
Montgomery. The decisions of this board impact all
hunting activities that take place on your land. Anyone
wishing to speak must register between 8 - 8:30 AM. For
more information, call (334) 242-3486.
March 8...Online 6 PM CT.
Strategic Planting of Apple Trees Webinar will
be presented via Zoom. This webinar is part of the
National Deer Association’s (NDA) Beer and Deer Webinar
Series. Registration required. For more information call
1-800-209-3337.
March 9...Hattiesburg,
Mississippi 8 AM - 5 PM.
Prescribed Burning Short Course at Hilton Garden
Inn, 133 Plaza Drive. The course is open to the public
and designed for anyone wishing to become a Certified
Prescribed Burn Manager in Mississippi. Prescribed
burning is one of the most efficient and cost-effective
tools available to foresters and landowners in the
Southeast for understory management, fuel reduction,
site preparation, wildfire risk reduction, and wildlife
habitat improvement. Fee: $250. Limited to 15
participants. Contact Allen Stroud at
(769) 798-2597 or
astroud@mfc.ms.gov.
March 9...Online 12 PM
Noon - 1 PM CT.
ForestHer: Summer Wildlife Management will be
presented via Zoom. This lunch and learn is for women
that own forestland or are just interested in learning
more about forestry in a relaxed, fun setting. Join
during your lunch break as Regional Extension Agent and
Wildlife Biologist, Bence Carter, discusses wildlife
management strategies and techniques that can be
conducted between the hunting seasons. Pre-registration
required. Contact Bence Carter at (334)
389-4055 or
jbc0057@aces.edu.
March 9-12...Online.
Family Director Essentials Virtual Program
is presented by The Family
Business Consulting Group (FBCG). This program is for
multi-generational family businesses who are current or
potential future board of directors for their family
enterprise. It would be a good option for families who
want to efficiently share common governance approaches
with a group of family members/directors. Fee: $1,750
per board representative and $1,550 for each additional
member up to a maximum of 5 per family. For more information contact
Christine Nguyen
at (773) 604-5005 or
christine@thefbcg.com.
March 10...Online 12
Noon - 1 PM CT.
Recreational Ponds: Fishing Strategy, Stocking, &
Harvest will be
presented via Zoom. Presenter: Norm Haley, Alabama
Extension. Registration is required. For more
information contact Bence Carter at (334)
389-4055 or
jbc0057@aces.edu.
Register Here
March 10...Online 12 PM
Noon - 1 PM CT.
Invasive grasses in the southeastern United States
webinar will discuss a variety of invasive grasses
throughout the southeastern United States. Invasive
grasses rapidly invade disturbed areas, including
pastures, fallow fields, forests, and highway and
powerline rights-of-way.
If you need assistance connecting to the webinar email
contact@sref.info.
March 11...Grenada,
Mississippi 6 PM.
Grenada County Forestry Association Meeting
at the County Extension Office, 1240 Fairground Road,
Suite E. Topic: Prescribed Fire. Speakers: Dave
Godwin and Marc Measells. For
more information call (662) 226-2061.
March 16...Washington County
9 AM - 2 PM.
Invasive Species Workshop at the Sheriff's
Training Center, 17256 Jordan Street, Chatom. This
workshop will take place both indoors and outside.
Attendees will learn about worker protection standards,
review herbicide labels, discuss forestry herbicides and
application methods, learn how to identify invasive
plants and associated control options. Attendees will
move outside for demonstrations on calibrating sprayers,
hack-and-squirt, and basal bark application techniques.
Fee: None; $40 to receive continuing education hours. Contact Ryan Mitchell at (251) 423-9415 or
jrm0023@auburn.edu.
March 16-17...Online.
Biennial Southern Silvicultural Research Conference
webinar will emphasize research on silvicultural topics
such as: carbon management, competition control,
ecology, economics, fire behavior, forest health,
genetics/tree improvement, growth and yield, harvesting,
history, invasive species spread and control, natural
and artificial regeneration, nutritional amendments,
pine silviculture, restoration, site preparation, stand
dynamics, water and soil quality, and wildlife ecology
and habitat management. Fee: $75. If you need assistance
connecting to the webinar email
contact@sref.info.
March 24...Online.
Southeastern Society of American Foresters Annual
Meeting. Fee: $105; $25 discount if paid by
March 12. SAF members receive a larger discount. For more information contact
Danielle Atkins at (706) 631-4440 or
se.saf.businessmanager@gmail.com.
March 24...Online 12
Noon - 1 PM CT.
Invasive Plants of the Southeast will be
presented via Zoom. Presenter: Nancy Loewenstein,
Alabama Extension. Registration is required. For more
information contact Bence Carter at (334)
389-4055 or
jbc0057@aces.edu.
Register Here
March 30...Bibb/Chilton/Hale/Jefferson/Shelby Counties.
Special Primary Election
for vacant Senate District
14 seat. This seat was previously held by state
Senator Cam Ward. The special primary runoff, if
necessary, is set for April 27, 2021; and the special
general election for July 13, 2021.
March 30...Shelby County.
Special Primary Election
for vacant House District
73 seat. This seat was previously held by state
Representative Matt Fridy. The special primary runoff ,
if necessary, is set for April 27. The special general election is
set for July 13,
2021.
> April 2021
April 1...Brandon,
Mississippi 6 PM.
Rankin County Forestry Association Meeting at the
County Extension Building. Topic: TBD. Call the Rankin County Extension Office at (601)
825-1462.
April 7...Online 12 Noon -
1 PM CT.
Biology and Conservation of Gopher Tortoises
will be presented via Zoom. Registration required.
Contact Norm Haley at (256) 574-2143 or
nvh0001@aces.edu.
April 7, 8,
14, & 15...Online 2 - 3:30 PM CT.
Preparing for Generation NEXT Workshop will be
presented via Zoom. The workshop covers nine steps to
successful legacy planning. Some of these steps include:
Commit to beginning the planning, Determine your family
assets, Write down long-term goals, Hold a family
meeting, Gather essential documents, and more. Fee:
$TBD. Contact Neil Clark at (757) 653-2572 or
neclark@vt.edu.
April 10...Walnut Grove,
Mississippi 9 AM - 3 PM.
New Christmas Tree Grower Workshop
at Larry & Sue Massey’s Rosebud Christmas Trees, 5819
Gunter Road. Many aspects of operating a choose & cut
Christmas tree farm will be discussed with
demonstrations. Fee: $47; lunch included. $5 discount if
paid by April 4. For more information contact Michael
Buchart at (225) 505-6335 or
sctaes@gmail.com.
April 12...Online 6 PM CT.
Burning with a Purpose: The Complex Relationship Between
Deer and Fire will be presented via Zoom. This
webinar is part of the National Deer Association’s (NDA)
Beer and Deer Webinar Series. Registration required. For
more information call 1-800-209-3337.
April 13...Online 12 PM
Noon - 1 PM CT.
ForestHer: Connection of Water Quality & Forest Health
will be presented via Zoom. This lunch and learn is for
women that own forestland or are just interested in
learning more about forestry in a relaxed, fun setting.
Join during your lunch break as Alabama Water Watch
discusses the critical connection between water quality
and overall health of southern forests. Pre-registration
required. Contact Bence Carter at (334)
389-4055 or
jbc0057@aces.edu. Editor's Note: It would be
prudent of forest landowners to stay abreast of groups
such as Alabama Water Watch. The information this group
puts forth could impact your private property rights.
April 15...Escambia County 6 PM.
Alabama Forestry Association
Brewton Area Regional
Reception at The Hourglass, 220 St. Joseph
Avenue, Brewton. Catch
up on news of importance to your forestland investment
and meet others in the forest industry in a relaxed,
comfortable environment. Contact Liz Chambers at (334) 481-2135 or
lchambers@alaforestry.org.
April 17…Oakridge, Tennessee.
Healthy Hardwoods Field Day at
University of Tennessee Arboretum. Special Forest
Products will be the theme. Contact Dana Howard at (615) 883-3832 or
dhoward@tnforestry.com.
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AFOA EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM & ANNUAL MEETING
April
17-18...Shelby
County. Location: Headquartered at the
Alabama 4-H Center, 892 4-H Road, Columbiana, AL
35051.
Directions & Campus Map
The Program Agenda/Attendee Registration Form
contains the most up-to-date information. An image of
the agenda/program is on the online registration page.
Please remember details will change as the meeting draws
closer. Some items may become inaccurate as
plans change. If you print it make sure you come back
and print it again closer to the meeting date.
Otherwise, you will have inaccurate meeting information.
REGISTRATION:
Online Program
Agenda and Attendee Registration
Mail-in Program
Agenda and Attendee Registration
Online Exhibitor and/or Sponsor
Registration - This link is for Exhibitors and/or Sponsors only.
The Alabama Forest Owners’ Association
will be taking reasonable precautions at the 2021 Annual
Meeting in light of Covid-19 health concerns, but it
encourages those who are at special risk from the virus
not to attend. (See CDC.GOV)
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April 19-23...Escambia County
8 AM - 4 PM.
Learn to Burn will be in the Brewton area with
specific location given to registrants. Experience a day-long “start to finish” learning
opportunity. Actively participate with ignition
patterns, holding techniques, and mop up. The prescribed
burn will be conducted on the first available burn
window between April 19-23. Depending on weather
conditions, selected participants will be given 2 days
advanced notice before the program is held. Space is
limited to 20 participants. Boxed lunch provided. Face
coverings required. Contact Ryan Mitchell at (251)
937-7176 or
jrm0023@auburn.edu.
April 21...Online 12 Noon
- 1 PM CT.
Snakes of Alabama will be presented via Zoom.
Alabama is home to over 40 species of snakes, with only
6 being venomous. This webinar will focus on biology,
ecological benefits and proper identification of the
snake species in Alabama. In addition, we will discuss
some of the common misconceptions that shapes people’s
perspectives of these important reptiles. Registration
required. Contact Norm Haley at (256) 574-2143 or
nvh0001@aces.edu.
> May 2021
May 5...Online 12 Noon -
1 PM.
Herbicides for Retaining and Enhancing Native Grasses
will be presented via Zoom webinar. Contact Norm Haley at (256)
574-2143 or
nvh0001@aces.edu.
May 10...Online 6 PM CT.
Old Field Management: The Value for Bucks, Does, and
Fawns will be presented via Zoom. This webinar
is part of the National Deer Association’s (NDA) Beer
and Deer Webinar Series. Registration required. For more
information call 1-800-209-3337.
May 11...Online 12 PM
Noon - 1 PM CT.
ForestHer:
Invasive Plants of Southern Forests will be
presented via Zoom. This lunch and learn is for women
that own forestland or are just interested in learning
more about forestry in a relaxed, fun setting. Join
during your lunch break as Regional Extension Agent,
Ryan Mitchell, discusses some of the invasive plants in
southern forests and how to effectively manage for them. Pre-registration
required. Contact Bence Carter at (334)
389-4055 or
jbc0057@aces.edu.
May 13...Waycross, Georgia
8:30 AM ET.
Harvesting Basics (For Ladies) at the Georgia
Forestry Commission: Herty Building. Fee: $25. For more
information contact Danielle Atkins at (706) 631-4440 or
landandladies@gmail.com.
May 14...Boyle,
Mississippi 8:30 AM.
Tree Identification Workshop at the Dahomey
National Wildlife Refuge Headquarters. Hosted by the Mid
Delta Forest, Woodland, and Wildlife Association. For more information
call Laura at (662) 843-8362.
CANCELLED
May 14...Pensacola,
Florida 8:30 AM - 2 PM CT.
Landowner Tour at the property of Robert Jenkins
directly across the street from 10138 Lillian Highway.
Come learn about longleaf pine forest restoration and
management, enhancing wildlife habitat, tree planting,
and the challenges of land management in the wildland-urban
interface. For more
information contact Chris Demers at (352) 846-2375 or
cdemers@ufl.edu.
May 15…Henderson, Tennessee.
Healthy Hardwoods Field Day at
Chickasaw State Forest. Special Forest Products will be
the theme. Contact Dana Howard at (615) 883-3832 or
dhoward@tnforestry.com.
May 18 & 25...Online 8 -
11:30 AM.
Early Succession & Old Field Management for Deer &
Turkey will be presented via Zoom webinar. This
two-day event (May 18 online webinar, May 25th on-site
field visit) will provide an overview of the
installation and impact provided by management of native
early successional vegetation for white-tailed deer,
wild turkey, and other game and non-game wildlife.
On-site demonstration of vegetation treatments and
response as well as native and non-native plant
identification will take place on May 25 on Skyline WMA
in Trenton, AL (Jackson County). Contact Norm Haley at (256) 630-4248 or
nvh0001@aces.edu.
May 18-20...Online.
Upland Hardwood Silviculture Workshop will be
presented via Zoom Meeting. Upon completion of this
course, a forest landowner or land manager will be able
to make effective silvicultural and management decisions
on regenerating and managing upland oak forests.
Participants will receive PDF copies of presentations to
keep as references. Fee: $300; $50 discount if
paid by April 27. Contact David Clabo at (865) 603-0594
or
david.clabo@uga.edu.
May 19...Online 12 Noon -
1 PM.
Wild Turkey Predators & Diseases
will be presented via Zoom. This presentation will
discuss some of the issues and considerations along with
ways to monitor and address disease and predator issues
for wild turkey. Contact Norm Haley at (256)
574-2143 or
nvh0001@aces.edu.
May 20-21...Athens,
Georgia.
The Woman Landowners Symposium (For Ladies) at
the UGA Russell Special Collections Library. Fee: $35
virtual; $50 in-person. For more
information contact Danielle Atkins at (706) 631-4440 or
landandladies@gmail.com.
May 21...Autauga County
9 -
11 AM.
The Basics of Pond Management at Pratt Park, 460
Doster Road, Prattville. Learn the basics of pond
management with this workshop. Discussion will cover
weed identification and control and how to manage for
different species of fish. To
register, contact Lynn Dickinson at (334) 303-8360 or
rhodela@aces.edu.
> June 2021
> July 2021
July 16-18...Jefferson County.
Annual World
Deer Expo at Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex, 2100
Richard Arrington, Jr. Boulevard North, Birmingham. The expo will have
hunting products, apparel, outfitters from all over the world, seminars,
outdoor celebrities, kid’s activities, and more. Fee: $10; kids receive
discounted admission. For more info call Channing Brown at (205) 678-4141.
> August 2021
August 11-13...Atlanta, Georgia.
Southern Forest Products Machinery & Equipment Exposition
at Georgia World Congress Center. EXPO showcases the
latest products and services for the wood products
industry. A sawmilling conference will take place August
11-12 in conjunction with the Expo at the World Congress
Center. Fee: $25; $5 discount if paid in advance. Contact Eric Gee at
(504) 443-4464x3 or
egee@sfpa.org.
August 19...Harlem,
Georgia 8:30 AM ET.
Intro to Forestry (For Ladies) at a location
to-be-determined. Fee: $25. For more
information contact Danielle Atkins at (706) 631-4440 or
landandladies@gmail.com.
August 31 - September 2...Panama
City Beach,
Florida.
Florida Forestry Association (FFA) Annual Meeting at
the Panama City Beach Golf and Spa Resort. Fee: $TBD. Call FFA at (850) 222-5646.
> September 2021
> October 2021
October
19-21...Moultrie, Georgia.
Sunbelt Agricultural
Exposition at Spence Field, 290-G Harper Blvd.
Activities: Tractor & ATV test drives, Stock Dog Trials,
educational seminars, and many more. Fee: $TBD. Call
(229) 985-1968 for more information.
> November 2021
November 1-3...Amelia Island, Florida.
Timberland Investment Conference at The Ritz-Carlton,
4750 Amelia Island Parkway. Fee: $TBD.
Contact Joe Parsons at (706) 389-8424 or
joseph.parsons@uga.edu.
> December 2021
> August 2022
August 23-26...Atlanta,
Georgia.
International Woodworking Fair (IWF) at the Georgia
World Congress Center. The IWF is one of the top
woodworking trade shows for furniture manufacturing,
architectural woodwork, and custom and general
woodworking industries. Fee: $TBD. Contact IWF at (404) 693-8333 or
info@iwfatlanta.com.
> October 2022
October
20-23...Wilmington, North Carolina.
Biennial Longleaf Conference in Wilmington. Save the
date! Fee: $TBD. For more
information email Sarah Crate at
sarah@longleafalliance.org.
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