BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Foundation for Sustainable Forests - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Foundation for Sustainable Forests 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: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:20251005T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T004729 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:20251121T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T200000 DTSTAMP:20260501T004729 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:20260116T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T203000 DTSTAMP:20260501T004729 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:20260220T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T203000 DTSTAMP:20260501T004729 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:20260426T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T004729 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:20260811T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T235959 DTSTAMP:20260501T004729 CREATED:20260420T181406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T182048Z UID:80405-1786406400-1786492799@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Save the Date for Erie Gives! DESCRIPTION:This regional day of giving is the Foundation for Sustainable Forests’ 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\nDetails for the 2026 Erie Gives day are coming soon! URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/erie-gives/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-Erie-Gives-day.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T235959 DTSTAMP:20260501T004729 CREATED:20260420T181257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T182133Z UID:80409-1787097600-1787356799@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Save the Dates for Crawford Gives! DESCRIPTION:On August 19\, the Crawford Heritage Community Foundation will kick off three 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\nDetails for the 2026 Crawford Gives days are coming soon! URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/crawford-gives/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Crawford-Gives-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T235959 DTSTAMP:20260501T004729 CREATED:20260421T191834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T200311Z UID:80441-1789689600-1789775999@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Save the Date: FSF Annual Dinner DESCRIPTION:Gather around the table with FSF friends for an evening of food and fun! \n\n\n\nEvent details to be announced soon! URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/annual-dinner/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Ethan-speaking-@-dinner-crowd_e-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T235959 DTSTAMP:20260501T004729 CREATED:20260421T200122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T200232Z UID:80446-1789776000-1789862399@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Save the Date: Loving the Land Through Working Forests - Woods Walk DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 19\, 2026 \n\n\n\nThis year’s Loving the Land Through Working Forests program will feature a free guided woods walk\, in lieu of a full conference agenda. \n\n\n\nIn prior years\, woods walk sessions at the Loving the Land conference have always drawn a crowd and attendees consistently shared feedback that walking the woods with an FSF forester was the highlight of their conference experience. With this in mind\, the 2026 Loving the Land Through Working Forests event will scale back from its usual conference format\, instead focusing on a guided woods walk led by FSF. \n\n\n\nEvent details will be announced soon! \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 woods walk? Contact Bennett Gould at bgould@forestsandpeople.org for details. URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/loving-the-land-woods-walk/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Troy-leading-group-conference.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR