BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Foundation for Sustainable Forests - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Foundation for Sustainable Forests REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20260209T161353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T203047Z UID:78514-1777208400-1777219200@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Lynn Firth Wildflower Walk DESCRIPTION:This afternoon hike is a celebration of springtime in the forest\, held in loving memory of Foundation for Sustainable Forests co-founder Lynn Firth. \n\n\n\nThis year\, we will open up Bo’s Woods in Spring Creek Township\, Warren County\, for the afternoon\, giving you the opportunity to explore this unique site through a guided walk. Bo’s Woods was donated to the Foundation in 2024 by Karen Schindler in memory of her late husband\, Robert “Bo” Schindler. \n\n\n\nThis walk will traverse uneven and wet terrain\, while keeping a relaxed pace. Waterproof footwear is recommended. A portajohn will be available on-site. Light refreshments will be provided. \n\n\n\nRSVP appreciated. Call (814) 694-5830 or email info@foundationforsustainableforests.org to RSVP. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDriving and Parking Directions: \n\n\n\nWe will access Bo’s Woods through a neighboring property at 1430 Oil Creek Rd.\, Spring Creek\, PA 16436. When you arrive\, please park in the loop driveway along the barn. FSF event signs will be placed at nearby intersections to help guide you to the event. \n\n\n\nFrom the North / Corry\, PA: Follow PA-426 South for 7.3 miles. Turn right onto Old Rt. 77 and travel 1.4 miles. Continue straight onto State Rt. 200 and travel 1 mile. Turn left onto Oil Creek Rd. and travel 1.5 miles to the destination. \n\n\n\nFrom the West / Spartansburg\, PA: Follow PA-77 East for 1.2 miles. Turn right onto Old Rt. 77 and travel 6.5 miles. Turn right onto Oil Creek Rd. and travel 1.5 miles to the destination. \n\n\n\nFrom the South / Titusville\, PA: Follow North Franklin St. north to its end. Turn right onto Brook St. and travel 0.6 miles. Continue straight onto Spring Creek Rd. and travel 11.1 miles. Spring Creek Rd. then becomes Oil Creek Rd. at the intersection with Mageetown Rd. Continue straight on Oil Creek Rd. and travel 4.6 miles to the destination. \n\n\n\nFrom the East / Pittsfield\, PA: Follow PA-426 N for 6.4 miles. Turn left onto Old Rt. 77 and travel 1.4 miles. Continue straight onto State Rt. 200 and travel 1 mile. Turn left onto Oil Creek Rd. and travel 1.5 miles to the destination. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are not able to make it\, we are happy to offer an alternative: a virtual walk through the Trolley Line Trail at the Erie National Wildlife Refuge! This StoryMap\, published in 2020\, features a series of videos to guide you through the flora of a one-mile section of the Trail near Cambridge Springs\, PA. You can also use it to brush up on your spring wildflower identification skills! URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/wildflower-walk/ LOCATION:Wildflower Walk Meeting Area\, 1430 Oil Creek Rd\, Spring Creek\, PA\, 16436 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-Wildflower-Walk.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20251106T191209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T160108Z UID:76800-1771612200-1771619400@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:2026 Our Woods & Waters Film Series (In-Person) DESCRIPTION:Gather on a winter’s night for a great selection of short films!\n\n\n\nBring your family and friends – all are welcome! There will be a variety of short films with some discussion in between.\n\n\n\nThe event will be held at Edinboro McKean VFW Post 740. Directions to the location are available below.\n\n\n\nThese films are brought to you in partnership by French Creek Valley Conservancy and the Foundation for Sustainable Forests. The 2026 Film Series is sponsored by Northwestern Rural Electric Cooperative Association.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP Here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 2026 Film Series is sponsored by: URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/2026-woods-water-film-series-in-person/ LOCATION:Edinboro McKean VFW Post 740\, 10613 PA Route 98\, Edinboro\, PA\, 16412\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2026-Feb-Woods-Waters-FB-event-cover-1920-x-1005-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20251106T185333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T163819Z UID:76798-1768588200-1768595400@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:2026 Our Woods & Waters Film Series (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:Gather on a winter’s night for a great selection of films streamed live via Zoom Webinar! \n\n\n\nGrab a snack\, your family\, and a comfy seat. There will be a variety of short films with some Q&A discussion in between. \n\n\n\nThese films are brought to you in partnership by French Creek Valley Conservancy and the Foundation for Sustainable Forests. The 2026 Film Series is sponsored by Northwestern Rural Electric Cooperative Association.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 2026 Film Series is sponsored by: URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/2026-woods-water-film-series-virtual/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2026-Jan-Woods-Waters-FB-event-cover-1920-x-1005-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20251117T135913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T135915Z UID:77015-1763751600-1763755200@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Hybrid Event - Presentation at Presque Isle Audubon Society DESCRIPTION:Presque Isle Audubon Society will host a presentation on Friday\, November 21st with Dr. Steve Latta of the National Aviary and Dr. Annie Maloney of Foundation for Sustainable Forests. The presentation\, Fostering Forest Bird Habitat and Ecosystem Resilience through Management\, will share findings and insights from the 4-year study in which their organizations partnered to explore the impact of uneven-aged forest management on two groups of birds of conservation concern — early successional species and species requiring interior forest habitats. \n\n\n\nThis is a hybrid event held both in-person at the Tom Ridge Environmental Center in Erie\, PA and virtually via Zoom. Event details and instructions for accessing the Zoom link can be found on Presque Isle Audubon Society’s website at https://www.presqueisleaudubon.org/blog/upcoming-programs URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/hybrid-event-presentation-at-presque-isle-audubon-society/ LOCATION:Tom Ridge Environmental Center\, 301 Peninsula Dr.\, Erie\, PA\, 16505\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/PIA-guest-presentation.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20250825T130326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T174704Z UID:61967-1759669200-1759676400@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:A Walk in Penn's Woods DESCRIPTION:As part of the statewide Walk in Penn’s Woods offerings\, FSF invites you to take a walk with us at FSF’s new Sparta Sportsmen’s Community Forest in Spartansburg\, PA. \n\n\n\nSparta Sportsmen’s Community Forest features an exceptional stand of sugar maple that has served as a sugar bush for several decades. Over a quarter mile of headwater tributaries flow through the property before joining nearby Patrick Run in the East Branch Oil Creek watershed. \n\n\n\nIn 2024\, the forest was purchased from Sparta Sportsmen’s Club\, which had owned the property since the early 1960s. The project was made possible by the PA DCNR Community Conservation Partnership Program via the Keystone Fund\, Western Pennsylvania Conservancy\, Commissioners of Crawford County\, Foundation for Pennsylvania Watersheds\, Crawford Heritage Community Foundation\, and Crawford County Sportsmen’s Council. Troy Firth\, FSF Founder and President\, donated additional forestland in Crawford and Venango Counties for conservation purposes in support of this project. \n\n\n\nThe property features an access drive that that we will walk as an approx. one mile loop trail. The walk will be on relatively flat\, but occasionally uneven\, terrain. Please dress for the weather\, brambles\, and possibly soggy ground. Blaze orange clothing is recommended as the property is open to the public for hunting. Bring a water bottle if you can\, but water bottles and snacks will be provided\, too. \n\n\n\nWe will meet at the driveway off of Old Route 77. See the Google Maps link below for directions. \n\n\n\nFor any questions\, please contact Annie Maloney at 814-694-5830 or info@foundationforsustainableforests.org URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/a-walk-in-penns-woods/ LOCATION:Sparta Sportsmen’s Community Forest\, 45984 Old Rte 77\, Spartansburg\, PA\, 16434 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2025-Walk-in-Penns-Woods-facebook-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T153000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20250624T184502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T171217Z UID:70001-1758355200-1758382200@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Loving the Land Through Working Forests Conference DESCRIPTION:September 20\, 2025 \n\n\n\n8am – 4pm\, McLaughlin Run Forest\, near Titusville\, PA \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis field conference is all about forests – threats\, management practices\, and ways that we can enhance their resilience and overall health. The day will be full of field-based presentations and walks on critical and emerging topics related to forest stewardship and conservation. Pre-registration is required and all are welcome! See below for the conference program\, with new information added regularly as speakers are confirmed. \n\n\n\nAttention Foresters: This conference has been approved by the Society of American Foresters for five hours of Category One CFE credits. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event has passed. \n\n\n\nThank you for your interest! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n$15 – Members of FSF or NWPWA \n\n\n\n$35 – Non-Members \n\n\n\nFree for children under 8 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDriving Directions: \n\n\n\nMcLaughlin Run Forest is located eight miles north of Titusville\, PA\, just east of State Route 8 on Gilson Ridge Road. Event signs will assist in guiding you to the property from Route 8. \n\n\n\nDirections from the South: From Titusville\, PA\, follow State Route 8 North for 6.8 miles\, turn right onto Mageetown Road and travel 0.9 miles\, continue straight onto Gilson Ridge Road / T890 and travel 0.6 miles to arrive at Mclaughlin Run Forest. \n\n\n\nDirections from the North: From Centerville\, PA\, follow State Route 8 South for 2.4 miles\, turn left onto Mageetown Road and travel 0.9 miles\, continue straight onto Gilson Ridge Road / T890 and travel 0.6 miles to arrive at Mclaughlin Run Forest. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule of Events – Schedule in Progress \n\n\n\n8:00 AM – Registration Begins \n\n\n\n8:45 AM – Welcome Remarks and Introductions \n\n\n\n9:00 AM – Opening Address – Ethan Tapper\, forester & author of How to Love a Forest: The bittersweet work of tending a changing world \n\n\n\n9:30 AM – Morning Breakout Session 1 \n\n\n\n\n \n DOUBLE SESSION: Woods Walk – Land Use History & Management at McLaughlin Run (Troy Firth) \n \n \n \n\nThe 160-acre McLaughlin Run Forest was the first wooded property FSF Co-Founder and President Troy Firth ever purchased. More than 50 years later\, this forest is a combination of a favorable land use history and the result of Troy’s careful management. It serves as an example of the long term benefits of “worst first” forestry. Join Troy for a walk to learn about the property’s history and see firsthand the various sustainable forestry practices that have been used to encourage ecosystem health and resilience. \n\n\n\nPlease note: This woods walk is a “double session” that will fill both morning breakout session time periods. If you would like to start with this woods walk\, but attend a different session during the second morning time slot\, and FSF representative will be available to guide you back to the main conference area ahead of morning session two. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Horse Logging Demonstration: The Role of Horses in Sustainable Forestry (Pat Maloney\, Lester Byler\, & David Byler) \n \n \n \n\nThe careful felling of trees and the use of horses to skid logs out of the woods are cornerstones of FSF’s sustainable forestry approach. Join Pat\, one of FSF’s Directors and former horse logger\, and the draft horse teams of Lester Byler and David Byler for a demonstration and discussion of this process and the nuances that help to minimize residual damage to the forest during a harvest. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Stream Survey of McLaughlin Run & Ways to Protect Stream Health During a Harvest (Watershed Conservation Research Center) \n \n \n \n\nMcLaughlin Run\, which winds through this forest\, provides a unique opportunity to examine the effects of forest management decisions on stream health. The southern half of the property\, which has been owned by Troy Firth since 1972\, retains helmocks along the creek\, while the northern half of the property\, acquired by Troy in 2012\, had its hemlocks removed under prior ownership. Join the Watershed Conservation Research Center in surveying McLaughlin Run in these two stretches\, comparing the results\, and discussing practices to protect stream health during and after a harvest. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n10:45 AM – Break \n\n\n\n11:00 AM – Morning Breakout Session 2 \n\n\n\n\n \n Legacy & Estate Planning for Woodland Owners (Thomas Hoffman\, II\, Esq.) \n \n \n \n\nThis session is an introduction to estate planning and the need for woodland owners to plan for the future of their land and resources. Includes a Federal and Pennsylvania inheritance tax primer\, discussion of using limited partnerships and limited liability companies\, and discussion of multi-generational and lifetime forest land planning using trusts. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Continued from Session 1: Woods Walk – Land Use History & Management at McLaughlin Run (Troy Firth) \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n Horse Logging Demonstration: The Role of Horses in Sustainable Forestry (Pat Maloney\, Lester Byler\, & David Byler) \n \n \n \n\nThe careful felling of trees and the use of horses to skid logs out of the woods are cornerstones of FSF’s sustainable forestry approach. Join Pat\, one of FSF’s Directors and former horse logger\, and the draft horse teams of Lester Byler and David Byler for a demonstration and discussion of this process and the nuances that help to minimize residual damage to the forest during a harvest. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Stream Survey of McLaughlin Run & Ways to Protect Stream Health During a Harvest (Watershed Conservation Research Center) \n \n \n \n\nMcLaughlin Run\, which winds through this forest\, provides a unique opportunity to examine the effects of forest management decisions on stream health. The southern half of the property\, which has been owned by Troy Firth since 1972\, retains helmocks along the creek\, while the northern half of the property\, acquired by Troy in 2012\, had its hemlocks removed under prior ownership. Join the Watershed Conservation Research Center in surveying McLaughlin Run in these two stretches\, comparing the results\, and discussing practices to protect stream health during and after a harvest. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n12:15 PM – Lunch (Provided) \n\n\n\n1:15 PM – Plenary Presentation – Lance Irving\, Sand County Foundation Vice President\, Leopold Conservation Award \n\n\n\n2:00 PM – Afternoon Breakout Session \n\n\n\n\n \n Woods Walk – Forest Resilience: What and How? (Susan Stout\, Ph.D.) \n \n \n \n\nThis woods walk will focus on the qualities that make forests resilient\, as well as qualities that make it more vulnerable. We’ll talk about changes our forests face and how active forest management can help sustain or increase your forest’s resilience\, and offer resources to assess your woods while looking at examples in the McLaughlin Run Forest. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Legacy and Estate Planning for Woodland Owners (Thomas Hoffman\, II\, Esq.) \n \n \n \n\nThis session is an introduction to estate planning and the need for woodland owners to plan for the future of their land and resources. Includes a Federal and Pennsylvania inheritance tax primer\, discussion of using limited partnerships and limited liability companies\, and discussion of multi-generational and lifetime forest land planning using trusts. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Aldo Leopold’s Enduring Land Ethic (Lance Irving) \n \n \n \n\nAldo Leopold was one of conservation’s most notable thought leaders. His works have inspired countless readers to create and shape their own land ethics. Learn some of the history of Aldo Leopold and how the Sand County Foundation is recognizing forest and farm owners for their good work through the Leopold Conservation Award in 28 states. Lance Irving\, Sand County Foundation Vice President\, will share stories from some of the Award’s recipients and discuss how we can all learn best practices and teachable moments from each other. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n3:15 PM – Conference Evaluations & Departure \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet the Presenters\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n David and Lester Byler\n \n \n \n\nBrothers David and Lester Byler have worked in FSF forests since 2019. Using teams of Belgian draft horses and careful directional felling\, they minimize disturbance to soil and surrounding vegetation during FSF’s harvests. David and Lester ask that you please do not include them in pictures\, though you are welcome to photograph their horses. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Troy Firth\n \n \n \n\nTroy Firth is the Founder and President of the Foundation for Sustainable Forests\, with over 45 years of experience practicing sustainable forestry and production of maple syrup. Troy is the recipient of the Sand County Foundation’s 2024 Pennsylvania Leopold Conservation Award\, 2019 WeConservePA (formerly Pennsylvania Land Trust Association) Lifetime Conservation Achievement Award\, and the Pennsylvania Environmental Council’s Western Pennsylvania Environmental Award. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Thomas C. Hoffman\, II\, Esq.\n \n \n \n\nThomas C. Hoffman\, II is a shareholder attorney at Knox Law in Erie\, PA. He concentrates his practice on closely held business planning\, business succession planning\, implementation of sophisticated estate and trust planning\, administration of complex estates and trusts\, and the tax consequences of these matters. Tom enjoys the outdoors\, and is a board member of the Foundation for Sustainable Forests. He is also a Council of Fellows Member for Penn State Behrend\, Board Member for both Erie Center for Arts and Technology (ECAT) and the Catholic Foundation of Northwest Pennsylvania\, and serves on the Board of Governors for the Hagen History Center. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Lance Irving\n \n \n \n\nLance Irving took the helm of Sand County Foundation’s Leopold Conservation Award Program in 2016 after more than 15 years of experience in the outdoor sporting goods industry\, and prior to that as a professional wilderness hunting and fishing guide. As chief sales and marketing officer at two outdoor manufacturing companies\, Irving became a recognized leader in the outdoor industry. Since joining Sand County Foundation\, Irving has helped grow the Leopold Conservation Award program from 8 participating states to 28. The expansion of the program both geographically and in prominence has helped to promote a land ethic to both the agricultural community and general public. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Pat Maloney\n \n \n \n\nPat Maloney is a skilled woodsman and practitioner of sustainable forestry. For some years\, he cut trees alongside horse-logger Ray Blystone on FSF-owned properties\, and is a maple syrup producer and forest manager at Firth Maple Products. Pat holds a B.S. in Natural Resources from Northland College. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Susan Stout\, Ph.D.\n \n \n \n\nFrom 1981 through early 2018\, Dr. Susan L. Stout was a research forester with the United States Forest Service Research Project located in Irvine\, PA.  In 1991\, she was named Project Leader there and for researchers in OH\, VT\, NH and on two experimental forests. From 2018 through 2024\, she served as a Research Forester Emerita. Since 2014\, she has served on the Council of the Finley Center for Private Forests at Penn State. She is passionate about finding ways to transfer research results to potential users so that both research and practice are improved and including natural resource practitioners and landowners throughout the research process.  Her research interests include natural regeneration\, relative density\, and the interactions of deer\, people\, and forests.  She has also been active on issues related to full inclusion of women and people of all ethnicities in forestry.  As a grandmother\, she delights in watching her grandson play and grow\, especially in the natural world. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Ethan Tapper\n \n \n \n\nEthan Tapper is a Vermont-based forester\, digital creator\, and the bestselling author of How to Love a Forest: The Bittersweet Work of Tending a Changing World. For more than a decade\, Ethan has been recognized as a thought-leader and a disruptor in the worlds of forestry\, conservation\, and ecosystem stewardship\, winning multiple regional and national awards for his work. His message of relationship\, responsibility and hope reaches millions of people each year through his writing\, his social media channels with tens of thousands of followers\, and the dozens of walks\, talks and keynotes that he delivers across North America each year. \n\n\n\nIn his personal life\, Ethan works\, writes\, hunts\, birds at Bear Island\, his 175-acre working forest\, homestead\, orchard and sugarbush\, runs three small businesses – Bear Island Forestry\, Bear Island Consulting and Bear Island Maple – and plays in his 10-piece punk band\, The Bubs. See www.ethantapper.com for more information. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Watershed Conservation Research Center\n \n \n \n\nLocated on the campus of Allegheny College\, the Watershed Conservation Research Center engages in strategic conservation activities and trains future watershed stewards to protect\, restore\, and enhance our land and water resources for future generations in the upper Allegheny River basin\, focusing on the French Creek Watershed. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our Sponsors\n\n\n\nGOLD\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSILVER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBRONZE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in sponsoring the Loving the Land Through Working Forests conference? Contact Bennett Gould at bgould@forestsandpeople.org for details. URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/loving-the-land/ LOCATION:McLaughlin Run Forest\, near Titusville\, PA\, 41.70375\, -79.72032 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/D50A1933aa.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20250425T140619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T190806Z UID:69679-1758303000-1758313800@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Annual Dinner DESCRIPTION:Gather around the table with FSF friends for an evening of food and fun! We welcome author and forester Ethan Tapper for a keynote presentation on his book How to Love a Forest: The Bittersweet Work of Tending a Changing World. In addition to Ethan’s engaging presentation\, the evening will feature a Chance Auction with great prizes! \n\n\n\nThis year’s dinner will be held at the historic Titusville Mill in Titusville\, PA. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event has passed. \n\n\n\nThank you for your interest! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets are $45 per person and include a buffet dinner\, dessert\, the keynote presentation\, and entries in the Chance Auction. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKeynote Presentation by Ethan Tapper\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat does it mean to love a forest? In this talk\, Ethan Tapper\, a forester\, author and content creator from Vermont\, will draw from his work as a forester and his bestselling book — How to Love a Forest: The Bittersweet Work of Tending a Changing World — to discuss what it means to care for forests and other ecosystems at this moment in time. How do we respond to the harmful legacies of the past? How do we use our species’ incredible power to heal rather than to harm? How do we reach towards a better future? In a time in which many believe that “protecting” ecosystems means protecting them from ourselves\, Ethan argues that humans must take action to help ecosystems heal and to move into a more abundant future. Ethan’s message is at once compassionate and pragmatic\, clear-eyed and hopeful\, sobering and inspiring\, a powerful new idea for how we can build a world that works for all of its ecosystems and all of its people. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEthan Tapper is a Vermont-based forester\, digital creator\, and the bestselling author of How to Love a Forest: The Bittersweet Work of Tending a Changing World. For more than a decade\, Ethan has been recognized as a thought-leader and a disruptor in the worlds of forestry\, conservation\, and ecosystem stewardship\, winning multiple regional and national awards for his work. His message of relationship\, responsibility and hope reaches millions of people each year through his writing\, his social media channels with tens of thousands of followers\, and the dozens of walks\, talks and keynotes that he delivers across North America each year. \n\n\n\nIn his personal life\, Ethan works\, writes\, hunts\, birds at Bear Island\, his 175-acre working forest\, homestead\, orchard and sugarbush\, runs three small businesses – Bear Island Forestry\, Bear Island Consulting and Bear Island Maple – and plays in his 10-piece punk band\, The Bubs. See www.ethantapper.com for more information. URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/2025-annual-dinner/ LOCATION:The Titusville Mill\, 221 S Monroe St\, Titusville\, PA\, 16354 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/IMG_1185_e-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20250724T183859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T185057Z UID:74309-1755117000-1755120600@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Twilight at the Forest Edge DESCRIPTION:Join FSF for a relaxing evening watching the lightning bugs and the stars come out under the dark sky at Blooming Valley Forest. A meadow along the forest’s edge near the Stoltz Road entrance will provide an open\, low-light view above. Richard Gosnell\, Penn State Behrend astronomy lecturer and a Kripalu trained Mindful Outdoor Guide\, will explain some basics of observing wildlife at twilight and viewing the stars of the night sky.  The group will watch stars emerge in the darkening sky and listen to the patterns of the forest at dusk. At the end of the hour\, Professor Gosnell will explain how to best view the Perseid meteor shower. A telescope will be available for viewing stars. \n\n\n\nThe event is free and open to the public. No RSVP needed. All ages and levels of astronomy experience are welcome. Children should be accompanied by an adult. No pets\, please. Please dress for the weather and bring a lawn chair. \n\n\n\nIn the event of cloudy or inclement weather\, the event will be rescheduled. URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/twilight-at-the-forest-edge/ LOCATION:Blooming Valley Forest – Stoltz Rd. Access\, Blooming Valley Forest - Stoltz Rd.\, Saegertown\, PA\, 16433 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Twilight-at-the-Forest-Edge-1920-x-1080-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20250619T195853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T174643Z UID:61952-1754956800-1755302399@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Crawford Gives DESCRIPTION:On August 12\, the Crawford Heritage Community Foundation will kick off four days of its annual community giving campaign. It is an impactful week\, because your gift to the Foundation for Sustainable Forests during Crawford Gives will be partially matched! \n\n\n\n\nWays to Give\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo give by check: Checks can be mailed or dropped off to Crawford Heritage Community Foundation prior to August 15th. Checks must be accompanied by a Check Contribution Form. There are no processing fees for check donations. Mail your check and form to P.O. Box 933\, Meadville\, PA 16335\, or drop it off in person at 415 Chestnut Street\, Meadville\, PA 16335. \n\n\n\nTo give online: Online contributions will be accepted from Tuesday\, August 12th through Friday\, August 15th. You will have the option to cover the EFT processing fee. \n\n\n\nTo make a gift of stock or IRA: This is a great\, income-tax free way to support working forest conservation! Contact your financial advisor to discuss this option\, and provide them with the Check Form linked below. Mail your check and form to P.O. Box 933\, Meadville\, PA 16335\, or drop it off in person at 415 Chestnut Street\, Meadville\, PA 16335. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate Online August 12-15!\n\n\n\nDownload the Mail-In Check Form – No added fees! URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/2025-crawford-gives/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2025-Crawford-Gives-for-web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20250619T193027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T174256Z UID:61947-1754956800-1755043199@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Erie Gives DESCRIPTION:This regional day of giving is the Foundation for Sustainable Forest’s most impactful campaign of the year. Your gift will directly conserve forested land as carefully managed working forests that support healthy watersheds\, wildlife\, and communities! \n\n\n\nYour gift during Erie Gives will be enhanced by a pro-rated matching donation by the Erie Community Foundation and its Sponsors. \n\n\n\nNew this year\, all processing and credit card fees will be covered by the Erie Community Foundation and its Corporate Sponsors. Now\, every nonprofit will receive 100% of every donation\, no matter how the gift is made either online\, by check\, or via IRA distribution. \n\n\n\n\nWays to Give\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo give by check: Checks can be mailed to or dropped off to Erie Community Foundation prior to August 5th. All checks must be made out to “Erie Community Foundation” and must be accompanied by a check form. Mail check and completed form to The Erie Community Foundation\, 459 West 6th Street\, Erie\, PA 16507. \n\n\n\nTo give online: Online contributions will be accepted for 24 hours on Tuesday\, August 12th. Visit eriegives.org to get started. \n\n\n\nTo give by phone: Contact the Erie Community Foundation call center at 814.454.0843 from 8am to 8pm on August 12th using your credit card (American Express\, Discover\, Mastercard\, or Visa). \n\n\n\nTo make a gift of stock or IRA: Contact your financial advisor to discuss this option\, and review the Erie Community Foundation’s Qualified Distributions Informational Sheet. The deadline to initiate the transfer of stock or IRA distribution is Monday\, August 11th. Please provide your financial custodian with the check form\, which must accompany the check\, and mail the check and completed form to The Erie Community Foundation\, 459 West 6th Street\, Erie\, PA 16507. \n\n\n\n\nDonate online August 12!\n\n\n\nMail-In Check Form\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nErie Gives QCD Informational Sheet URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/2025-erie-gives/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2025-ErieCrawford-Gives-for-newsletter-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T183000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20250501T160910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T194320Z UID:61833-1747328400-1747333800@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Presentation - A Holistic Approach to Managing Your Woods DESCRIPTION:Join FSF’s Annie Maloney\, Executive Director\, and Bennett Gould\, Conservation and Outreach Coordinator\, for a presentation at the Corry Higher Education Council on A Holistic Approach to Managing Your Woods for Wildlife Habitat\, Resilience & Other Goals. \n\n\n\nForests play an important role in our communities. They offer habitat for wildlife\, protect clean water\, and provide the forest products upon which we all rely\, to name just a few. How we care for those forests today will have a big impact on their overall health and resilience for the future. This presentation by the Foundation for Sustainable Forests will offer a holistic approach to managing your timber to protect and enhance forest health\, resilience\, habitat diversity\, and other goals you may have. \n\n\n\nThe Foundation for Sustainable Forests is a Spartansburg-based charitable organization that strives to conserve woodlands as sustainably managed working forests and promote thoughtful stewardship practices for the benefit of the land. \n\n\n\nTo register for the free presentation on Thursday\, May 15\, 2025\, from 5:00p-6:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council\, please visit www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here! URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/presentation-a-holistic-approach-to-managing-your-woods/ LOCATION:Corry Higher Education Council\, 221 N. Center St.\, Corry\, PA\, 16407 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20250116T151900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T143213Z UID:65212-1746363600-1746374400@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Lynn Firth Wildflower Walk DESCRIPTION:This afternoon hike is a celebration of springtime in the forest\, held in loving memory of Foundation for Sustainable Forests co-founder Lynn Firth. \n\n\n\nThis year’s walk will take place in the forests surrounding the Villa Maria Community Center in Pulaski\, PA. Since the early 1860s\, the Sisters of the Humility of Mary have cared for these forests\, containing abundant wildlife\, vernal pools\, wetlands\, and wildflowers. We will use mostly flat trails\, but may venture off-trail to uneven and/or muddy terrain\, while keeping a relaxed pace. Light refreshments will be provided. Restroom facilities will be available. \n\n\n\nDirections: The Villa Maria Community Center is located at 288 Villa Dr.\, Pulaski\, PA 16143. When you arrive\, event signs will direct you along a gravel driveway to a picnic pavilion. We will park vehicles and gather at the pavilion. A Google Maps link to the Community Center is available below\, as well as a map of the driveway to the pavilion. \n\n\n\nRSVP appreciated. Call (814) 694-5830 or email info@foundationforsustainableforests.org to RSVP. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are not able to make it\, we are happy to offer an alternative: a virtual walk through the Trolley Line Trail at the Erie National Wildlife Refuge! This StoryMap\, published in 2020\, features a series of videos to guide you through the flora of a one-mile section of the Trail near Cambridge Springs\, PA. You can also use it to brush up on your spring wildflower identification skills! URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/lynn-firth-wildflower-walk/ LOCATION:Villa Maria Community Center\, 288 Villa Dr.\, Pulaski\, PA\, 16143 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/2025-wildflower-walk-web-post-4.7.25.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20250227T220201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T190325Z UID:63988-1744743600-1744749000@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Tap Talk with author Brian Donahue DESCRIPTION:Join FSF at Riverside Brewing Company for a tap talk by author Brian Donahue. He will be showcasing his new book\, Slow Wood: Greener Building from Local Forests. You may recognize Brian from the Foundation’s 2023 Loving the Land Through Working Forests Conference\, when he was a featured speaker. We are excited to host Brian again as he explores the relationship between human needs and forest health through his experience building his family’s timber frame home with local wood. You can learn more about Slow Wood on the Yale University Press website. \n\n\n\nThe event will be held at Riverside Brewing Company in Cambridge Springs\, PA. We will gather in the private event room at the back of the restaurant. Food and drink will be available to purchase. \n\n\n\nRSVPs are appreciated. Call 814-694-5830 or email info@foundationforsustainableforests.org to RSVP. \n\n\n\nBrian Donahue is Professor Emeritus of American Environmental Studies at Brandeis University\, and a farm and forest policy consultant. He holds a PhD from the Brandeis program in History. He co-founded and for 12 years directed Land’s Sake\, a non-profit community farm in Weston\, Massachusetts\, and now co-owns and manages a farm in western Massachusetts. He sits on the board of The Massachusetts Woodland Institute\, and The Franklin Land Trust. In addition to Slow Wood\, Donahue is author of Reclaiming the Commons: Community Farms and Forests in a New England Town (1999)\, and The Great Meadow: Farmers and the Land in Colonial Concord (2004). He is co-author of Wildlands and Woodlands\, A New England Food Vision\, and Beyond the Illusion of Preservation. URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/tap-talk-donahue/ LOCATION:Riverside Brewing Company\, Riverside Brewing Co.\, 1 Fountain St.\, Cambridge Springs\, Pennsylvania\, 16403 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Donahue-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20250312T151647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T151144Z UID:65305-1744110000-1744113600@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Live Webinar - Exploring Ecological Forestry DESCRIPTION:Wildlands\, Woodlands\, Farmlands & Communities and the New England publication From the Ground Up are hosting a live webinar and panel discussion about Ecological Forestry\, featuring FSF’s Annie Maloney as a panelist. This webinar follows the Spring 2025 issue of From the Ground Up\, which featured a collection of articles exploring concepts and practical applications of ecological forestry. You can read FSF’s article contribution here. \n\n\n\nAdditional event details\, a list of panelists\, and webinar registration are available on the From the Ground Up website here or via the button below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFrom Wildlands\, Woodlands\, Farmlands & Communities: \n\n\n\nJoin Us for a Live Conversation about Ecological Forestry! \n\n\n\nWhat is Ecological Forestry? Why is it important now more than ever? And how is it practiced? To explore these questions\, we asked Dr. Tony D’Amato—Director of the Forestry Program at the University of Vermont—to assemble a group of practitioners to share their perspectives in the Spring 2025 issue of From the Ground Up. Join us for this live event where we’ll be gathering with some of the contributors to discuss this important and timely topic. \n\n\n\nThis 40-minute panel discussion will be followed by a live audience Q&A. Our panelists—leading foresters\, ecologists\, and conservationists—will dive into the principles\, ethics\, and future of ecological forestry. We hope you’ll join us! URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/live-webinar-exploring-ecological-forestry/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/7d4ed90b-f6bd-4e5b-b8b1-69caa2aa16c7.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20241023T183040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T211000Z UID:58083-1740162600-1740169800@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:2025 Woods & Water Film Series (In-Person) DESCRIPTION:Gather on a winter’s night for a great selection of conservation-minded films!\n\n\n\nBring your family and friends – all are welcome! There will be a variety of short films with some discussion in between. Light refreshments will be provided. This in-person screening will be held in the banquet hall of VFW Post 740\, Edinboro\, PA.\n\n\n\nThese films are brought to you in partnership by French Creek Valley Conservancy and the Foundation for Sustainable Forests.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP Here! URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/2025-woods-water-film-series-in-person/ LOCATION:Edinboro McKean VFW Post 740\, 10613 PA Route 98\, Edinboro\, PA\, 16412\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Woods-Waters-2025-Facebook-Post_E.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20241023T183100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T210826Z UID:58082-1737138600-1737145800@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:2025 Woods & Water Film Series (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:Gather on a winter’s night for a great selection of films streamed live via Zoom Webinar! \n\n\n\nGrab a snack\, your family\, and a comfy seat. There will be a variety of short films with some Q&A discussion in between. \n\n\n\nThese films are brought to you in partnership by French Creek Valley Conservancy and the Foundation for Sustainable Forests.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here! URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/2025-woods-water-film-series-virtual/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Woods-Waters-2025-Facebook-Post_E.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20240304T182852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T193106Z UID:43696-1730538000-1730559600@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Jim Finley Stewardship Day DESCRIPTION:In 2022\, the Foundation for Sustainable Forests introduced the Jim Finley Stewardship Day as an annual event to honor the memory of distinguished forest educator and visionary conservationist James C. Finley. Each year\, we come together at an FSF-conserved property for a project that is tied to the long-term health and resilience of the forest. \n\n\n\nThis year’s work will take place at FSF’s Subagh Preserve near Chautauqua Lake in Mayville\, NY. With your help\, we begin the conversion of a hay field to forest by planting tree seedlings. We will also improve existing trails around the property and paint trail markers. \n\n\n\nFSF will supply the necessary tools and supplies to get the job done\, but you are also encouraged to bring your own tools\, work gloves\, etc. Dress for the weather\, but also for brambles\, muddy terrain\, etc. \n\n\n\nLunch\, beverages\, and snacks will be provided. There will be a bathroom facility on site. We request that you RSVP for this event\, so that we can plan the projects and tools according to the group size. To RSVP\, please complete the form below or call (814) 694-5830. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n Primary Contact First Name\n \n \n \n \n Primary Contact Last Name\n \n \n \n\n\n \n Street Address\n \n \n \n\n\n \n Street Address 2\n \n \n \n\n\n \n City\n \n \n \n \n State\n \n \n \n \n ZIP\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n Email Address\n \n \n \n \n Phone Number\n \n \n \n\n\n \n Please list the name(s) of additional attendees and any other considerations.\n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJim Finley\, FSF Board Member\, distinguished Penn State Faculty\, and founder of Penn State’s Center for Private Forests URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/jim-finley-stewardship-day/ LOCATION:Subagh Preserve\, 7098-6972 Moore Rd\, Mayville\, NY\, 14757\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/D50A0220_e.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20240628T163305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T131456Z UID:49388-1729621800-1729627200@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Tap Talk at Bent Run Brewing Co. DESCRIPTION:Join FSF and the Erie Crawford Warren Master Watershed Stewards for a “tap talk” at Bent Run Brewing! Social time starts at 6:30 pm with the presentation beginning at 7:00 pm. The Master Watershed Stewards will discuss their program\, followed by FSF’s presentation The Role of Ecological Forestry in Watershed Health. \n\n\n\n\nRegister via Penn State Extension here! URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/tap-talk-at-bent-run-brewing-co/ LOCATION:Bent Run Brewing Co.\, 20 Clark St. Ste B\, Warren\, PA\, 16365 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/MWS-Bent-Run-Brewing-tap-talk-1920-x-1005-px-UPDATED.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241006T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241006T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20240301T154722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T194702Z UID:43694-1728219600-1728230400@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:A Walk in Penn's Woods DESCRIPTION:As part of the statewide Walk in Penn’s Woods offerings\, FSF invites you to take a walk with us at FSF’s new Northwestern REC Community Forest near Cambridge Springs\, PA. \n\n\n\nThe 98-acre forest was acquired in 2024 through the generosity of the Northwestern Rural Electric Cooperative Association and a grant by the USDA Forest Service Community Forest Program. In addition to being managed as a sustainable working woodland\, the Community Forest offers recreation and education opportunities for the Cambridge Springs community and greater region. \n\n\n\nWe will gather at the welcome kiosk along Electric Drive near the Cambridge Township municipal building. \n\n\n\nThe walk will be on relatively flat\, but occasionally uneven\, terrain. Please dress for the weather\, brambles\, and possibly soggy ground. \n\n\n\nWater bottles and snacks will be provided. \n\n\n\nFor any questions\, please contact Annie Maloney or Bennett Gould at 814-694-5830 or info@foundationforsustainableforests.org URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/penns-woods/ LOCATION:Northwestern REC Community Forest\, 22863-22479 Wenner Dr\, Cambridge Springs\, PA\, 16403 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/D50A0683-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20240703T222035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T143122Z UID:51409-1726905600-1726934400@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Loving the Land Through Working Forests DESCRIPTION:September 21\, 2024 \n\n\n\n8am – 4pm\, Northwestern REC Community Forest\, Cambridge Springs\, PA \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis field conference is all about forests – threats\, management practices\, and ways that we can enhance their resilience and overall health. The day will be full of field-based presentations and walks on critical and emerging topics related to forest stewardship and conservation. Pre-registration is required and all are welcome! See below for the conference program\, with new information added regularly as speakers are confirmed! \n\n\n\nAttention Forest Professionals – This conference qualifies for Society of American Foresters CFE credits! (7 category one credits and 1 category two credit) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event has passed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n$10 – Members of FSF or NWPWA \n\n\n\n$30 – Non-Members \n\n\n\nFree for children under 7 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule of Events \n\n\n\n8:00 AM – Registration Begins \n\n\n\n8:45 AM – Welcome Remarks and Introductions \n\n\n\n9:00 AM – Opening Address – 20 Years of FSF: Reflecting on the Past and Looking to the Future \n\n\n\n9:30 AM – Morning Breakout Session 1 \n\n\n\n\n \n Introduction to Nature Watercolors (Rosalie Haizlett) – Limited Space \n \n \n \n\nIn this all-levels workshop\, we’ll go over the complete watercolor process\, from pencil sketch to final painting. Weather permitting\, we’ll start the class with a 15-minute walk to see what natural subjects we can use for inspiration\, taking photos and making observations of what we see along the way. Then\, we’ll use a combination of living references that I’ve collected prior to the workshop and reference photos to bring our lovely muses to life on the page. Watercolor painting supplies will be provided\, but you are also welcome to bring your own kit if you prefer. \n\n\n\nSpace is limited for this workshop and pre-registration is required. Please indicate your preference for participating in this session in the registration form linked above. You can also call 814-694-5830 or email info@ForestsAndPeople.org to pre-register for this session. Interested participants will be confirmed in the order registrations are received. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Horse Logging Demonstration: The Role of Horses in Sustainable Forestry (Pat Maloney) \n \n \n \n\nThe careful felling of trees and the use of horses to skid logs out of the woods are cornerstones of FSF’s sustainable forestry approach. Join Pat\, one of FSF’s Directors and former horse logger\, for a demonstration and discussion of this process and the nuances that help to minimize residual damage to the forest during a harvest. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Woods Walk: Beginning Management of a Newly Conserved Woodland (Guy Dunkle and Troy Firth) \n \n \n \n\nThe newly conserved Northwestern REC Community Forest will be managed by FSF as a sustainable working forest\, benefiting forest resilience and ensuring a steady supply of sustainably produced logs that support the local community. FSF foresters Guy Dunkle and Troy Firth will lead this woods walk to discuss the history and current state of the forest\, exploring how the present condition is informing management and stewardship decisions. Guy and Troy will explain FSF’s guiding principles in conducting a sustainable harvest that balances art and science to create a more resilient\, diverse future forest. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Twilight of the Hemlocks and Beeches (Tim Palmer) \n \n \n \n\nAt once an artistic celebration\, scientific inquiry\, and heartfelt eulogy\, Tim’s presentation\, based on his book Twilight of the Hemlocks and Beeches\, will explore the problems our most cherished eastern forests face from exotic insects and pathogens. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n10:45 AM – Break \n\n\n\n11:00 AM – Morning Breakout Session 2 \n\n\n\n\n \n Horse Logging Demonstration: The Role of Horses in Sustainable Forestry (Pat Maloney) \n \n \n \n\nThe careful felling of trees and the use of horses to skid logs out of the woods are cornerstones of FSF’s sustainable forestry approach. Join Pat\, one of FSF’s Directors and former horse logger\, for a demonstration and discussion of this process and the nuances that help to minimize residual damage to the forest during a harvest. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Forest Legacy Planning: Moving Towards the Decision Point (Paul Roth) \n \n \n \n\nPlanning for your forestland after your tenure can be a daunting task. Forest legacy planning allows current owners to create structures and processes to allow for seamless transition of the land\, as well as the stewardship ethic. In this session\, the Finley Center for Private Forests’ Paul Roth will discuss the steps to take to get to forest legacy planning\, and walk you through the planning process\, common conservation models for your land\, tips for navigating potentially difficult conversations with family\, professionals to assist\, and best practices to ensure it goes smoothly. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Hemlock Woolly Adelgid is Here: Panel Discussion (Jim Altemus\, Tim Palmer\, Kelly Culbertson\, and others) \n \n \n \n\nFor many years\, Crawford County had been the state’s only holdout from hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA)\, but the pest was discovered in the County in late 2023. Hemlocks are a keystone species of critical importance to forest and cold-water stream ecosystems and this disease has the potential to shape our forests more significantly than any other tree pest in the past century. DCNR Forest Health Program Specialist Jim Aletmus will begin this session with an overview presentation about HWA’s ecology\, spread\, impact\, and treatment options. Following the presentation\, Jim will join a collection of panelists representing different areas of HWA expertise for a discussion and audience Q&A around management approaches\, landscape changes\, and adaptation in light of HWA. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n12:15 PM – Lunch (Provided) \n\n\n\n1:30 PM – Introduction to the Northwestern REC Community Forest \n\n\n\n2:30 PM – Afternoon Breakout Session \n\n\n\n\n \n Introduction to Nature Watercolors (Rosalie Haizlett) – Limited Space \n \n \n \n\nIn this all-levels workshop\, we’ll go over the complete watercolor process\, from pencil sketch to final painting. Weather permitting\, we’ll start the class with a 15-minute walk to see what natural subjects we can use for inspiration\, taking photos and making observations of what we see along the way. Then\, we’ll use a combination of living references that I’ve collected prior to the workshop and reference photos to bring our lovely muses to life on the page. Watercolor painting supplies will be provided\, but you are also welcome to bring your own kit if you prefer. \n\n\n\nSpace is limited for this workshop and pre-registration is required. Please indicate your preference for participating in this session in the registration form linked above. You can also call 814-694-5830 or email info@ForestsAndPeople.org to pre-register for this session. Interested participants will be confirmed in the order registrations are received. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Forest Legacy Planning: Moving Towards the Decision Point (Paul Roth) \n \n \n \n\nPlanning for your forestland after your tenure can be a daunting task. Forest legacy planning allows current owners to create structures and processes to allow for seamless transition of the land\, as well as the stewardship ethic. In this session\, the Finley Center for Private Forests’ Paul Roth will discuss the steps to take to get to forest legacy planning\, and walk you through the planning process\, common conservation models for your land\, tips for navigating potentially difficult conversations with family\, professionals to assist\, and best practices to ensure it goes smoothly. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Woods Walk: Beginning Management of a Newly Conserved Woodland (Guy Dunkle and Troy Firth) \n \n \n \n\nThe newly conserved Northwestern REC Community Forest will be managed by FSF as a sustainable working forest\, benefiting forest resilience and ensuring a steady supply of sustainably produced logs that support the local community. FSF foresters Guy Dunkle and Troy Firth will lead this woods walk to discuss the history and current state of the forest\, exploring how the present condition is informing management and stewardship decisions. Guy and Troy will explain FSF’s guiding principles in conducting a sustainable harvest that balances art and science to create a more resilient\, diverse future forest. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Woods Walk: Welcome to Your Community Forest \n \n \n \n\nWhat is a community forest? How will you be able to interact with this new public space? This session will offer a sneak peak on future plans for the Northwestern REC Community Forest. We will hike a trail that was recently built by the Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps and enjoy the scenery while discussing proposed events\, uses\, and improvements to the site. Your input is welcome! \n\n\n \n\n\n\n3:45 PM – Conference Evaluations & Departure \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet the Presenters – Lineup in Progress\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n James Altemus\n \n \n \n\nJim Altemus has served as the Forest Health Program Specialist (western area) with the PA DCNR Bureau of Forestry since November 2022.  Previously\, Jim held Forester roles with the Bureau of Forestry’s Forest Health Division (2015-2022) and Inventory and Monitoring Section (2014-2015). \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Kelly Culbertson\n \n \n \n\nA reluctant lawyer with an affinity for green things\, Kelly Culbertson founded the Cook Forest Conservancy (CFC)\, primarily in response to the threat posed by Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA). Cook Forest State Park may be the “last\, best” stand of Eastern Hemlock\, and this keystone species now faces the threat of HWA\, invasive plants\, climate change\, and development. The CFC coordinates and facilitates any efforts to preserve our old-growth forests in northwestern Pennsylvania. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Guy Dunkle\n \n \n \n\nGuy Dunkle is a Land Manager with the Foundation for Sustainable Forests\, with over 19 years of experience practicing sustainable forestry across northwest PA and western NY. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Troy Firth\n \n \n \n\nTroy Firth is the Founder and President of the Foundation for Sustainable Forests\, with over 45 years of experience practicing sustainable forestry and production of maple syrup. Troy is the recipient of the 2019 WeConservePA (formerly Pennsylvania Land Trust Association) Lifetime Conservation Achievement Award and the Pennsylvania Environmental Council’s Western Pennsylvania Environmental Award. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Rosalie Haizlett\n \n \n \n\nRosalie Haizlett is an illustrator\, author and educator whose mission is to celebrate the hidden wonders of the natural world through art. Haizlett has been an artist-in-residence at Great Smoky Mountains National Park\, with the National Audubon Society at Hog Island\, and at the Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History. In 2022\, she was awarded the Eckelberry Fellowship for distinguished wildlife illustrators. Haizlett has taught nature-focused art workshops in schools\, national parks\, and REI stores and has also instructed tens of thousands of students through her online courses. The author of Watercolor in Nature and the forthcoming book Tiny Worlds of the Appalachian Mountains\, she lives on the edge of Monongahela National Forest in West Virginia. See rosaliehaizlett.com for more information. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Pat Maloney\n \n \n \n\nPat Maloney is a skilled woodsman and practitioner of sustainable forestry. For some years\, he cut trees alongside horse-logger Ray Blystone on FSF-owned properties\, and is a maple syrup producer and forest manager at Firth Maple Products. Pat holds a B.S. in Natural Resources from Northland College. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Tim Palmer\n \n \n \n\nTim Palmer is the award-winning author and photographer of thirty books about forests\, rivers\, conservation\, and the environment\, including Trees and Forests of America and America’s Great Forest Trails. He has been involved in conservation since 1970 and has received the Lifetime Achievement Award from American Rivers\, the Conservation Achievement Award for Communications from the National Wildlife Federation\, and the Distinguished Alumni Award from Penn State University. Tim’s book\, Twilight of the Hemlocks and Beeches\, won the Ansel Adams Photography Award from the Sierra Club. See timpalmer.org for more information. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Paul Roth\, Ph.D.\n \n \n \n\nPaul Roth serves on the Council and Executive Committee of the Finley Center for Private Forests at Penn State. Paul is a forest landowner\, an avid outdoorsman\, and has always found great enjoyment in the woods. Born in Erie\, PA\, and a resident of Pennsylvania for most of his life\, he also holds an affinity for New England\, where he spent his middle and high school years in central Maine. He earned his undergraduate degree in History with a minor in Philosophy from Mercyhurst University in 1995 and his masters in forestry at Penn State in 2003\, where he continued to work through 2005. From 2005 – 2013 he was with the PA DCNR Bureau of Forestry in the Forest Planning & Information Division and served as the Chief of the Resource Inventory & Monitoring Section from 2010-2013. He was twice awarded the Department’s Secretary’s Achievement Award during his tenure. From 2013 – 2019 he served as a Senior Adviser to the Director of a Washington\, D.C. based non-profit that focused on natural resource and energy policy advocacy at the federal level. In 2015\, he reinitiated his pursuit of a doctorate at Penn State\, which he received in 2019 under the direction of the late Dr. James C. Finley\, which focused on conservation-based estate planning. In 2019\, he started a consulting business and has served clients in the natural resource\, philanthropic\, advocacy\, academic\, and non-governmental organizational sectors. He’s served on the Board of Directors of the Mt. Nittany Conservancy as its forest subject matter expert since 2017. Paul has three wonderful children\, Alden\, Conor\, and Maddie\, ages 15-20\, who are a constant inspiration to him\, and resides in the State College area of central PA. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\nGold\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJim and Connie Thompson\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSilver\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBob and Jane Slagter\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEmil and Kathy Spadafore\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBronze\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in sponsoring the Loving the Land Through Working Forests conference? Contact Bennett Gould at bgould@forestsandpeople.org for details. URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/loving-the-land-2024/ LOCATION:Northwestern REC Community Forest\, 22863-22479 Wenner Dr\, Cambridge Springs\, PA\, 16403 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2024-LTL-facebook-post.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20240304T182145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T220009Z UID:43691-1726853400-1726864200@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Friends of the Foundation Dinner DESCRIPTION:Gather around the table with FSF friends for an evening of food and fun! We welcome author and photographer Tim Palmer for a keynote presentation on his book “Twilight of the Hemlocks and Beeches”\, and artist Rosalie Haizlett for dinner remarks. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOnline Registration for this event is no longer available. \n\n\n\nPlease contact us at (814) 694-5830 to inquire about attending. \n\n\n\nThank you for your interest! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKeynote Presentation: Tim Palmer\n\n\n\nTwilight of the Hemlocks and Beeches – At once an artistic celebration\, scientific inquiry\, and heartfelt eulogy\, Tim’s presentation will explore the problems our most cherished eastern forests face from exotic insects and pathogens.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTim Palmer is the award-winning author and photographer of thirty books about forests\, rivers\, conservation\, and the environment\, including Trees and Forests of America and America’s Great Forest Trails. He has been involved in conservation since 1970 and has received the Lifetime Achievement Award from American Rivers\, the Conservation Achievement Award for Communications from the National Wildlife Federation\, and the Distinguished Alumni Award from Penn State University. Tim’s book\, Twilight of the Hemlocks and Beeches\, won the Ansel Adams Photography Award from the Sierra Club. See www.timpalmer.org for more information. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRemarks by: Rosalie Haizlett\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRosalie Haizlett is an illustrator\, author and educator whose mission is to celebrate the hidden wonders of the natural world through art. Haizlett has been an artist-in-residence at Great Smoky Mountains National Park\, with the National Audubon Society at Hog Island\, and at the Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History. In 2022\, she was awarded the Eckelberry Fellowship for distinguished wildlife illustrators. Haizlett has taught nature-focused art workshops in schools\, national parks\, and REI stores and has also instructed tens of thousands of students through her online courses. The author of Watercolor in Nature and the forthcoming book Tiny Worlds of the Appalachian Mountains\, she lives on the edge of Monongahela National Forest in West Virginia. See rosaliehaizlett.com for more information. URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/dinner/ LOCATION:The Kelly Ballroom at Riverside Golf\, 24537 U.S. Hwy 19\, Cambridge Springs\, PA\, 16403 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-07-09-124352-3to2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240827T235900 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20240304T183318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T155304Z UID:43700-1724457600-1724803140@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Crawford Gives DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Crawford Heritage Community Foundation\, these four days of giving are another opportunity to increase your impact. Your gift to the Foundation for Sustainable Forests through CrawfordGives.org on those days will receive a partial\, prorated match! \n\n\n\nChecks can be mailed to Crawford Heritage Community Foundation prior to August 24th using the form linked below\, and will be received with no additional fees. \n\n\n\nOnline contributions during Crawford Gives will be accepted from Saturday\, August 24th through Tuesday\, August 27th. You will have the option to cover the EFT processing fee. \n\n\n\nNote that Qualified Charitable Distributions or “Charitable IRA Rollovers” are accepted during Crawford Gives! This is a great\, income-tax free way to support working forest conservation! Contact your financial advisor to discuss this option\, and be sure to include the Check Form linked below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate Online During Crawford Gives!\n\n\n\nDownload the Mail-In Check Form – No added fees! URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/crawford-gives-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024-Crawford-Gives-event-header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T183000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20240718T182638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T184522Z UID:52652-1723743000-1723746600@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Forests: More Than Trees and Lumber @ Goodell Gardens & Homestead DESCRIPTION:Goodell Gardens & Homestead is hosting FSF for a program on viewing forests as holistic ecosystems and exploring our connections to the many services they provide. Details are below. We hope to see you there! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor many of us\, when we walk in the forest\, we focus mostly on trees\, and societally\, we emphasize the importance of trees in providing lumber and wood products. \n\n\n\nYet forests are far more than trees and are much more than sources of commercial products. They provide life-giving ecological services and have long been sources of spiritual inspiration.  \n\n\n\nWe will explore ways in which we view forests\, assess why forests need to be seen as holistic ecosystems\, and examine our connections to the forests around us. \n\n\n\n** This program includes a walking tour of the Goodell Gardens & Homestead grounds\, please plan accordingly. ** \n\n\n\nThis program will be led by Richard Bowden and Kirk Johnson\, Foundation for Sustainable Forests Board Members. \n\n\n\nAdmission is on a donation basis. Please consider making a donation to Goodell Gardens & Homestead to help support this and similar programs.  \n\n\n\nPlease register online so that we can prepare for you: \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/forests-more-than-trees-and-lumber-goodell-gardens-homestead/ LOCATION:Goodell Gardens & Homestead\, 221 Waterford Street\, Edinboro\, Pennsylvania\, 16412 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/c8f91349-2ac5-4d7b-8d96-3c9916524f44.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20240304T183158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T145318Z UID:43698-1723507200-1723593599@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Erie Gives DESCRIPTION:This regional day of giving is one of the Foundation for Sustainable Forest’s largest annual campaigns. This year\, we are raising funds to complete the conservation of 850 acres of forest in the region\, and your support is needed! \n\n\n\nYour contributions to the Erie Community Foundation that day are magnified by partial\, pro-rated matching donations organized by the Erie Community Foundation and the Corry Community Foundation! \n\n\n\nChecks can be mailed to Erie Community Foundation prior to August 13th using the form linked below\, and will be received with no additional fees. \n\n\n\nOnline contributions during Erie Gives will be accepted for 24 hours on Tuesday\, August 13th. You can also contact the Erie Community Foundation call center from 8am to 8pm on August 13th to make your gift. \n\n\n\nNote that Qualified Charitable Distributions or “Charitable IRA Rollovers” are accepted during Erie Gives! This is a great\, income-tax free way to support working forest conservation! Contact your financial advisor to discuss this option\, and be sure to include the Check Form linked below. To learn more about this giving option\, check out their Qualified Distributions Informational Sheet. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nDonate online on Erie Gives Day!\n\n\n\nMail-In Check Form – No added fees! URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/erie-gives-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2024-Erie-Gives-event-header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T143000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20240416T143459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T203316Z UID:47823-1715434200-1715437800@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Woods Walk at Asbury Woods DESCRIPTION:2024 is The Year of Trees at Asbury Woods. FSF is excited to take part in Asbury’s tree-themed programming by leading a walk in their forest! \n\n\n\nFoundation for Sustainable Forests staff will discuss threats to the region’s forests and the tools to address them\, while simultaneously managing the woods for sustainably harvested forest products. They will also discuss an ongoing partnership with the National Aviary to understand how our management impacts songbird abundance and diversity. This walk will be at a relaxed pace but wear comfortable shoes and be prepared to walk at least 2 miles. URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/woods-walk-at-asbury-woods-2/ LOCATION:Asbury Woods Nature Center\, 4105 Asbury Rd.\, Erie\, PA\, 16506\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/440879735_815460567286299_3460933966001362701_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20231122T174901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T154904Z UID:41608-1714914000-1714924800@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Lynn Firth Wildflower Walk DESCRIPTION:This afternoon hike is a celebration of springtime in the forest in loving memory of FSF co-founder\, Lynn Firth. This year’s walk will take place at FSF’s Fisherman’s Cove property\, located at the confluence of Big Sandy Creek and the Allegheny River near Polk\, PA. We will use mostly flat trails\, but may venture off-trail to uneven terrain\, while keeping a relaxed pace. You can read more about Fisherman’s Cove on FSF’s Conserved Lands map here. Parking is available along Fisherman’s Cove Rd. at the PA Fish & Boat Commission boat launch. \n\n\n\nIf you are not able to make it\, we encourage you to join us virtually! This StoryMap was created for the 2020 Wildflower Walk and features a series of videos to guide you through the flora of Trolley Line Trail at the Erie National Wildlife Refuge. You can also use it to brush up on your spring ephemeral flower identification skills! \n\n\n\nThere is no RSVP required for this event. URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/lynn-firth-wildflower-walk-4/ LOCATION:Fisherman’s Cove\, Fisherman's Cove Boat Launch\, Polk\, PA\, 16342\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024-Lynn-Firth-Wildflower-Walk-FB-Post-with-location.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20231121T204821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T225100Z UID:41604-1708713000-1708720200@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:2024 Woods & Water Film Series (In-Person) DESCRIPTION:Gather on a winter’s night for a great selection of conservation-minded films!\n\n\n\nBring your family and friends – all are welcome! There will be a variety of short films with some Q&A discussion in between. Light refreshments will be provided.\n\n\n\nThis in-person screening will be held in the banquet hall of VFW Post 740\, Edinboro\, PA.\n\n\n\nThese films are brought to you in partnership by French Creek Valley Conservancy and the Foundation for Sustainable Forests.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP Here URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/2024-woods-water-film-series-in-person/ LOCATION:Edinboro McKean VFW Post 740\, 10613 PA Route 98\, Edinboro\, PA\, 16412\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240119T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240119T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20231121T204727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T022226Z UID:41602-1705689000-1705696200@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:2024 Woods & Water Film Series (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:Gather on a winter’s night for a great selection of films streamed live via Zoom Webinar! \n\n\n\nGrab a snack\, your family\, and a comfy seat. There will be a variety of short films with some Q&A discussion in between. \n\n\n\nThese films are brought to you in partnership by French Creek Valley Conservancy and the Foundation for Sustainable Forests.\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration has closed for this event. Be sure to check out the Feb. 23rd Woods and Waters event here. URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/2024-woods-water-film-series-virtual/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20231128T155025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T155026Z UID:42000-1704907800-1704916800@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:20th Anniversary Potluck Gathering DESCRIPTION:In 2024\, FSF is celebrating 20 years of working forest conservation. To commemorate this milestone\, we want to celebrate YOU by returning to a treasured venue – the Woodland Lodge in Grand Valley\, PA! \n\n\n\nOn Wednesday\, January 10th\, please join us for a potluck-style dinner\, great conversation\, and brief remarks by FSF staff about the Foundation’s history and outlook to the future. \n\n\n\nWe will begin to gather at 5:30pm\, and plan to eat supper at 6pm. Some main dishes and beverages will be provided. Please bring a dish to share–side dishes\, appetizers\, salads\, and desserts are welcome. \n\n\n\nThere is no RSVP required for this event. All are welcome! URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/20th-anniversary-potluck-gathering/ LOCATION:Woodland Lodge\, 2662 Eureka Road\, Grand Valley\, PA\, 16420\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/DSC_0027-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231001T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231001T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T145453 CREATED:20230728T140317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T171141Z UID:36909-1696165200-1696176000@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:A Walk in Penn's Woods DESCRIPTION:As part of the statewide Walk in Penn’s Woods offerings\, FSF invites you to take a walk with us along the new Stony Hollow Trail in Grand Valley\, Warren County. \n\n\n\nDonated by the Slagter Family in 2022\, the Stony Hollow Trail is a 1.7 mile stretch of former railroad grade that has been converted to a trail for non-motorized recreation. The trail connects multiple FSF-conserved properties and fishing access areas along Caldwell Creek\, and affords the opportunity to view a variety of wildlife along the way. \n\n\n\nWe plan to talk the length of the trail out and back\, with some scenic stops along the way. The trail is relatively flat\, but occasionally uneven\, terrain. \n\n\n\nWater bottles and snacks will be provided. \n\n\n\nFor any questions\, please call Annie Maloney at 814-694-5830 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDirections: \n\n\n\nWe will meet at the Fishing Access Parking Area on Dotyville Hill Road (see image and Google Maps link below) and walk to the Stony Hollow Trail from there. URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/walkpa/ LOCATION:Caldwell Creek Watershed Conservation Area\, Caldwell Creek Fly Fishing Area Parking - Dotyville Hill Rd. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_7510_E-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR