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July 2020
Tree ID with Ryan Trapani
We'll take a walk to both identify trees as well as figure out why that tree might be growing there using a little forest forensics. Learn about how past land use may have sculpted the diversity or our Catskill forests. Non-Members: $10 Members: Free
Find out more »2020 Catskill Forest Festival
Dear Sponsors, Vendors and Volunteers, It is with deep regret that CFA feels obliged to cancel this year's annual Catskill Forest Festival. It is a shame to have to interrupt a string of 10 successful Festivals with a cancellation but, given the current situation of COVID-19 response it seems to…
Find out more »August 2020
Forested Stream Buffer Walk + Tree Planting
This event is currently postponed and will be rescheduled for late Summer/early Fall. Forested riparian buffers are among the most biologically diverse habitats of landscapes and are sources of wood, leaves, and organic matter for the stream. Forested buffers provide important habitat and travel corridors for numerous, insects, amphibians,…
Find out more »Portable Sawmill Workshop
We would love to share our NEW Portable Sawmill with you! Stop by for some fun and to learn some cool new things! Cost: TBD
Find out more »Chainsaw Safety, Sharpening, and Maintenance
Unfortunately for customers, chainsaws don't come with a complimentary day-long course on how to use them! As chainsaw is a must-have tool for most Catskill Mountain landowners, we've decided to create this course to help people learn the simple ins-and-outs of properly using and maintaining a saw. These tools can…
Find out more »Native Plants For Pollinators
Get to know important plants and practices you can use in your landscaping to better support pollinators and other wildlife. This two-part workshop starts with a presentation on your local pollinators and the habitat resources they need, followed by a garden tour workshop with discussion and examples of attractive ways…
Find out more »September 2020
Ginseng Cultivation Workshop
Join Anna Plattner, General Manager of American Ginseng Pharm, for a workshop on growing American Ginseng in the Catskill Mountains. This program is designed to teach participants everything they need to know to start their own backyard ginseng farm. Topics covered include everything from basic ginseng plant identification and history…
Find out more »Cider Making Demonstration
Learn how to make truly delicious, homemade apple cider from folks who have been using local produce and simple techniques for years. Non-Members: $10 Members: Free
Find out more »Mushroom Woods Walk
Meet at the Seager Trailhead and take a mushroom walk with the experts. Collect and learn all about mushrooms in the area. Non-Members: $20 Members: $10
Find out more »October 2020
Game Of Logging Level I
The Game of Logging (GOL) is widely acknowledged as the premier chainsaw safety and productivity training program in the country, offering hands-on chainsaw safety training in a competitive environment. Top instructors across the country combine demonstration with participation to teach chainsaw safety, productivity, conservation, and cutting techniques. This is a…
Find out more »Mushroom Log Inoculation Workshop
This outdoor workshop will cover life cycle, ecological functions of Fungi as well as outdoor cultivation of fungi. We will drill holes in logs, fill them with mushroom spawn, and seal them with wax. You will learn what types of wood are viable sources for mushroom spawn, how to take…
Find out more »December 2020
Deer Processing Workshop
So you've picked up a deer during hunting season. Now what? Sending a deer away to be processed may cost you $100 or more. Why not learn how to do it yourself? We'll teach you how to process a deer from start to finish, and provide tips and tricks that…
Find out more »Wreath Making Workshop
We'll teach you the super-easy process of how to make beautiful Christmas wreaths from scratch. We've got multiple tree varieties to choose from, and choices for decorating your wreath(s) when you're done! Non-Members: $15 Members: $5
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