> May 2025

May 28...Jackson County 8 AM - 3 PM.
Boots on the Ground Habitat Management at the Skyline Wildlife Management Area. Exact location given to registered attendees. Topics will include: Early Succession, Mature Hardwoods, Mature Thinned/Burned Pine, Food Plots, Fire Breaks, Pine Screening, Storm Damaged Hardwood, and much more. Dress for the outdoors. Be prepared to walk through forested areas. Lunch provided. For more information contact Kara Stephan at (256) 574-1005x101 or jackson@alconservationdistricts.org.

May 29...Pickens County 7:30 AM.
Bird Friendly Forests Workshop at Westervelt Lodge in Aliceville. Learn more about how Alabama's forests provide habitat for numerous birds. Fee: $20; lunch included. For more information contact Ashley Smith at (334) 481-2137 or asmith@alaforestry.org.

May 29...Online 11:30 - 3:45 PM CT.
Improving Forestland for Wildlife will be presented via Zoom. Topics will include forestry Best Management Practices (BMPs), food plot implementation and management, and tools for improving forested land that benefits game species populations. Fee: $120. For more information contact James Johnson at (706) 308-6396 or james.johnson26@uga.edu.

May 30...Marengo County 9 AM - 2:45 PM.
West Alabama Nuisance Wildlife Workshop at the Marengo County Extension Office, 2400 East Coats Avenue, Linden. Fee: $15. For more information contact Dylan Taylor at (334) 295-5959 or djt0014@auburn.edu.

> June 2025

June 3...Wiggins, Mississippi Noon 12 PM.
Pearl River-Stone County Forestry Association Meeting at Bill's Catfish & Steak. Topic: Land Surveying. Speaker: Jim Walley. Dutch treat lunch. For more information call the Stone County Extension Office at (601) 928-5286.

June 4...Online 5:30 - 7:30 PM CT.
The Family Factor in Land Legacy Planning will cover how to talk to your family about your land and its future. Topics will include: Why it matters, How to start, Resources for mediation & family meeting facilitation, and Positive communication strategies. Speakers: Jennifer Jones, Rachel Henley, and Rob Pitera. Fee: $10 per family. For more information contact Karen Snape at (540) 231-6494 or ksnape@vt.edu.

June 5...Columbus, Mississippi 6 PM.
SDI Biocarbon: Biomass Usage at Lowndes County Extension Office, 485 Tom Rose Road. Speaker: Jon Plemmons. For more information or to RSVP, call (662) 328-2111.

June 5...Iuka, Mississippi 6 PM.
Predator Management and Game Birds at the Tishomingo County Fairgrounds. Speaker: James Callicutt. For more information or to RSVP, call (662) 423-7016.

June 5-6...Macon County.
Longleaf & the Landowner at Henderson Hall, Tuskegee University, Tuskegee. This program was designed for beginning landowners, and those who are ready to take a more active role in the management and ownership of their land. It will consist of a combination of classroom sessions and field tours. Topics will include: Working with a forestry professional, Cost-Share (taxpayer funding), Creating your family legacy, Business planning for your family forest, and Keys to establishing Longleaf pine. Fee: $50 for landowners. For more information call Karen Brown at (803) 607-5466.

June 7...Hale County 9 AM - 12 Noon.
End of Spring Birding Tour at 1965 County Road 57, Newbern. This is a birding tour, but landowners can learn more about how this private land is being developed to generate additional revenue for the landowner by hosting bird watcher and naturalist tours. Fee: $30. For more information contact Christopher Joe at (334) 300-5509 or birdsandnaturetours@gmail.com.

June 10...Macon County 9 AM - 2 PM.
Blueberry Workshop at the E.V. Smith Research Center, 4725 County Road 40, Shorter. Blueberry management including cultivars, planting, pruning, fertilizing, and maintenance. Fee: $10. For more information contact Chip East at (256) 846-0314 or eastwil@auburn.edu.

June 10...Online 5:30 - 6:30 PM CT.
Small Ruminant Webinar Series will be presented via Zoom. The program explores the best approaches to managing parasites and other health concerns in goats and sheep. For more information contact Felix Samuel at (256) 924-0984 or sfu0001@auburn.edu.

June 10...Silver Creek, Mississippi 6 PM.
Managing Timberlands for Wildlife Habitat at Calvary Baptist Church. Speaker: Dave Godwin. For more information or to RSVP, call (601) 587-2271.

June 11...Cullman County 9 AM - 3:30 PM.
Deer & Turkey Management Workshop at Camp Meadowbrook, 2344 County Road 747, Cullman. Topics will include biology and habitat requirements, forest management, effective food plots, prescribed burning, quality deer management techniques, habitat enhancements, predators, and disease. No cost, but seating is limited. Pre-registration is required. Lunch included. For more information contact Kira Sims at (256) 737-9386 or kira.sims@auburn.edu.

June 11-13…Barbour County.
Soil and Water Conservation Society – AL Chapter Annual Meeting at Lakepoint State Park in Eufaula. Many topics of high interest to forest landowners. For more information call Earl Norton at (334) 728-4107.

June 12-13...Online.
Remote Pilot Certification Test Prep Workshop will be presented via Zoom. This workshop provides extensive preparation for the FAA’s Remote Pilot Certification test (aka Part 107). The workshop provides participants with an overview of federal regulations, best flight operational strategies, and safety. The workshop is an excellent resource for individuals considering using drones to support business applications or for managers who want to make solid decisions regarding their 'drone programs' moving forward. Fee: $250. Web address: https://tinyurl.com/DroneWorkshopSP2025  For more information email John McGee at jmcg@vt.edu.

June 12-13...Chilton County.
ForestHer Basics Workshop at Minooka Park, 1922 County Road 146, Jemison. This two day workshop for women will teach how to read maps and deeds, identify and measure forest trees, and manage their timber and non-timber forest products. The workshop is hands-on with demonstrations, a field tour, and opportunities to practice new skills. Fee: $40. For more information contact Lynn Dickinson at (334) 303-8360 or rhodela@aces.edu.

June 12-13...Cullman County.
Forestry and Wildlife Summer Workshop at Camp Meadowbrook, 2344 County Road 747, Cullman. Topics will include Timber Updates, Short-leaf Pine, Oak Savannahs, and Quail Management. The 2nd day will consist of a forestry tour. Fee: $35; some meals included. Spouses receive a $15 discount. For more information contact Stacy Williams at (205) 387-1879.

June 13...Baldwin County 1 PM.
Snake Encounters at Gulf State Park Nature Center, 22120 Campground Road, Gulf Shores. Come visit the Nature Center and dive into the fascinating world of our native snakes. Get an up-close look at some of our local snakes, with a hands-on touch opportunity for those brave enough. Plus, you’ll have the chance to watch a live feeding and see these reptiles in action. For more information contact Hannah Russell at (251) 948-7275x62093 or hannah.russell@dcnr.alabama.gov.

June 14...Barbour County 2 PM.
Tracks & Trails at Lakepoint State Park Nature Center in Eufaula. This program will use practical tracking methods, such as observing footprints, scat, feeding signs, and more, to help participants understand the behavior and ecological roles of various animal species. For more information contact Dominic King at (334) 782-8042 or dominic.king@dcnr.alabama.gov.

June 17...Coffeeville, Mississippi 6 PM.
Forestry Services at the Yalobusha County Extension Office, 18025 Highway 7. Speakers: Jimmy Neal and Corey Franks. For more information or to RSVP, call (662) 675-2730.

June 18-19...Asheville, North Carolina.
Forest Landowners Association (FLA) National Conference will be held at the Grove Park Inn. Fee: $950 non-FLA members; $150 discount for early registration FLA members. Contact Forest Landowners Association at 1-800-325-2954 or info@forestlandowners.com.

June 19...McCarley, Mississippi 6 PM.
Carroll County Forestry Association Meeting at McAnerney's Restaurant. Topics: Estate Planning and Working with Consulting Foresters. Speaker: David O'Bryan and Ryan Hammrick. For more information or to RSVP, call (662) 237-6926.

June 21...Cleburne County 11 AM.
Ancestral Knowledge: Acorns will meet at the Cheaha State Park Interpretive Center. This program will discuss the pros and cons of acorn consumption, as well as a demonstration on how our ancestors made acorns into an important part of their diet. Fee: $5; park entry. For more information contact Jeromy Harrelson at (256) 488-5111 or jeromy.harrelson@dcnr.alabama.gov.

June 24...Multiple Counties.
Special General Election for vacant Alabama State Senate District 5. The seat became vacant due to State Representative Greg Reed being appointed to Governor Ivey's administration. Not sure what district you live in? Here is the Alabama State Senate District 5 map.

June 24...Pachuta, Mississippi 6 PM.
History of Forestry in Mississippi at Norma Jean's Diner, 15479 Highway 11 N. Speaker: Butch Bailey. For more information or to RSVP, call the Clarke County Extension Office at (601) 776-3951.

June 24-27...Citra, Florida.
Prescribed Fire Short Course at Crones Cradle Preserve, 6411 NE 217th Place. This short course will cover many aspects of prescribed fire from "why we burn" to safety, smoke management, wildlife benefits, and managing the burn. This course is for educational purposes only. Completion of this class will NOT count toward prescribed burn manager certification. It will provide valuable information, skills, and experience for those new to prescribed burning. Space is limited. For more information or to RSVP, email Barry Couliette at barry@alachuaconservationtrust.org.

> July 2025

July 5...Shelby County 11 AM.
Lessons on the Longleaf at the Oak Mountain Interpretive Center. Join Park Naturalists and learn all about the Alabama state tree and one of the most important habitats in the south. Fee: $5; adult park entry fee. Seniors receive $3 discount. For more information contact Lauren at (205) 620-2520 or lauren.muncher@dcnr.alabama.gov.

July 8...Online 5:30 - 6:30 PM CT.
Small Ruminant Webinar Series will be presented via Zoom. The program explores the best approaches to managing parasites and other health concerns in goats and sheep. For more information contact Felix Samuel at (256) 924-0984 or sfu0001@auburn.edu.

July 8-9...Baldwin County.
CE’s by the Sea at Island House Hotel, Orange Beach. This program is for registered foresters. Fee: $330 for all sessions. For more information contact Holly Robertson at (601) 477-4206 or holly.robertson@jcjc.edu.

July 13...Marshall County 9 AM.
Tree Talk: All About Oaks at the Ranger Station at Short Creek Boat Launch in Lake Guntersville State Park. Join the Park Naturalist to hike part of the Cutchenmine Trail and learn all about our native oak species. For more information contact Anna Crow at (256) 673-6137 or anna.crow@dcnr.alabama.gov.

July 15...Cullman County (portions of).
Special Primary Election for vacant Alabama House of Representatives District 12. The seat became vacant due to State Representative Corey Harbison resigned from office. A runoff, if needed, is scheduled for August 12. The special general election will be October 28. Not sure what district you live in? Look at the Alabama State House of Representative District 12 map.

July 15-17...Lee County.
Teachers Conservation Workshop will be held at Auburn University. The workshop will focus on forest ecology, management and products through guest speakers, field trips and hands-on activities. The goal is to demonstrate the importance working forests have to the environment and economy. Teachers pay small fee: $75. Forest owners and forest products companies are urged to sponsor a teacher -- cost is about $500. Teachers are needed. Limited number of seats. No repeat attendees from the previous 3 years. For more information contact Ashley Smith at (334) 481-2137 or asmith@alaforestry.org.

July 19...Cleburne County 11 AM.
Ancestral Knowledge: Acorns will meet at the Cheaha State Park Interpretive Center. This program will discuss the pros and cons of acorn consumption, as well as a demonstration on how our ancestors made acorns into an important part of their diet. Fee: $5; park entry. For more information contact Jeromy Harrelson at (256) 488-5111 or jeromy.harrelson@dcnr.alabama.gov.

July 23-25...Columbia, Missouri.
North American Agroforestry Conference will feature tours and presentation sessions. Fee: $385; $100 discount for early bird registration. For more information contact University of Missouri Center for Agroforestry at (573) 884-2874 or hemmelgarnh@missouri.edu.

July 24...Online 1 PM CT.
Pine Bark Beetle Response to Hurricane Damage in Florida will cover the potential impacts from pine bark beetles after a hurricane. Speaker: Jeffrey Eickwort, Entomologist with the Florida Forestry Service. Register Here. For more information contact Chris Demers at (352) 846-2375 or cdemers@ufl.edu.

July 27-29...Rockford, Illinois.
The Walnut Council Annual Meeting will feature tree farm tours along with an indoor conference of presentations on hardwood management and landowner issues. Fee: $240; $40 discount if paid by July 12. For more information contact Liz Jackson at (765) 496-5013 or walnutcouncil@gmail.com.

July 30...Online 12 Noon - 1 PM CT.
Watershed Stewardship - Natural Resources Webinar Series will be presented via Zoom. Speaker: Laura Cooley, Auburn University. For more information contact Norm Haley at (256) 630-4248 or nvh0001@aces.edu.

> August 2025

August 2...Elmore County 5 PM.
Wild Game Cook-Off State Finals at Alabama Wildlife Federation Headquarters, 3050 Lanark Road, Millbrook. Attend the cook-off and enjoy live music, door prizes, youth activities, and sample wild game recipes. Fee: $50. Youth 15 and under are free. Call the Alabama Wildlife Federation at 1-800-822-9453.

August 5...Tuscaloosa County 10 AM.
State Oil and Gas Board of Alabama Meeting in the Board Room of Walter B. Jones Hall, 420 Hackberry Lane, Tuscaloosa. Learn more about the out of sight, out of mind natural resources of Alabama. This regularly scheduled meeting is open to the public. For more information call (205) 349-2852.

August 6-8...Nashville, Tennessee.
Forest Products Machinery & Equipment Exposition at the Music City Center. The EXPO showcases the latest products and services for the wood products industry. Attendee registration will open soon. Fee: $TBD. For more information contact Eric Gee at (504) 443-4464x3 or egee@sfpa.org.

August 12...Online 5:30 - 6:30 PM CT.
Small Ruminant Webinar Series will be presented via Zoom. The program explores the best approaches to managing parasites and other health concerns in goats and sheep. For more information contact Felix Samuel at (256) 924-0984 or sfu0001@auburn.edu.

AFOA EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM August 13...Nationwide 10:00 AM to 10:15 AM (Central Time). CAPITAL IDEAS -- LIVE! News Conference for Forest Owners. This 15 minute telephone/Internet conference will feature state & national experts, researchers & authors on breaking issues, current research, can't-miss educational events, books & publications, timber market update and more. To listen live call AFOA to register at (205) 624-2225. Listen on the web or download to listen on your device of choice: August 13, 2025 CI -- Live!  This will be a link once the program is finished and available. Click Here for Index to Past Conferences.

AFOA EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM August 14...Jefferson County 6 - 7:50 PM. Dinner and Discussion at the Paw Paw Patch, 410 Green Springs Highway, Homewood. No-host dinner at 6 PM. Then listen to a 15 minute program, and talk about the issues with other forest landowners. Limited seating. To attend, RSVP AFOA at (205) 624-2225 or rll@afoa.org.

August 19-20...Tifton, Georgia.
Longleaf Pine Establishment and Management at the Tifton County Extension Office, 1468 Carpenter Road South. Upon completion of this course, a forest landowner or land manager will be able to make effective silvicultural and economical management decisions on managing longleaf stands with an emphasis on early survival and growth. Instructors: Dr. David Dickens and Dr. David Clabo, University of Georgia. Fee: $375; $50 discount if paid by August 5. For more information contact James Johnson at (706) 308-6396 or james.johnson26@uga.edu.

August 23...Lowndes County 8 AM - 4 PM.
Traditional Hunter Education Course at the Lowndes County Extension Office, 205 E Tuskeena Street, Suite 125, Hayneville. No fee. This is a one day class. A one hour lunch break will be given. Bring your own lunch or plan where to eat. To register, call Katie Burks at (205) 928-0432. Successfully completing an approved hunter education course is mandatory for all non-supervised Alabama hunting license buyers born on or after August 1, 1977. There are some exceptions. There are other courses being taught at various locations and dates as well as online only courses. If you have additional questions, call the Hunter Education office at 1-800-245-2740.

August 26...Blount & Cullman Counties.
Special General Election for vacant Alabama House of Representatives District 11 seat. The seat became vacant after State Representative Randall Shedd resigned. Not sure what district you live in? See if you live in District 11 by opening the Alabama House of Representatives District 11 map.

> September 2025

September 9...Online 5:30 - 6:30 PM CT.
Small Ruminant Webinar Series will be presented via Zoom. The program explores the best approaches to managing parasites and other health concerns in goats and sheep. For more information contact Felix Samuel at (256) 924-0984 or sfu0001@auburn.edu.

> October 2025

October 3-4...Starkville, Mississippi.
Mid-South Forestry Equipment Show is located approximately seven miles south of Starkville. The longest-running, live, in-woods equipment demo in the South. Fee: $40; $10 discount for advance registration. For more information contact John Auel at (662) 617-0216 or jauel@msforestry.net.

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