This outdoor workshop with John Michelotti of Catskill Fungi will cover the life cycle, ecological functions of fungi, as well as their outdoor cultivation. Learn about what types of wood are viable sources for the mushroom spawn, how to take care of your log, fruiting mushrooms, harvesting, and pest control.Continue Reading
It is well-known that the majority of our Catskill forests were once cleared for agricultural use and have since grown back after farm abandonment. These "second-growth" forests are often overly dense and lacking in diversity. Just as weeding a garden helps plants thrive, forests too can benefit from some "weeding".Continue Reading
Welcome in the winter season with us by learning the art of wreath-making. Mike Porter, CFA's Board President, will show you how to build and decorate one for your home. Made of locally harvested Catskill pine and fir, these wreaths will remain fresh and viable for up to 2 monthsContinue Reading
So you've harvested a deer during hunting season–great job! Now what? Learning to butcher your own meat is an invaluable life skill, not to mention the dollars you'll save doing it at home instead of sending your deer away to be processed. Join John MacNaught, our Forest Program Manager andContinue Reading
Many properties in the Catskills have an apple tree or two, planted by a farmer years ago or growing wild. Most of them have been neglected or never pruned at all. Or, maybe your property has a younger tree you'd like to set up for success. A well-developed structure enhancesContinue Reading