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:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T231743 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:20260430T231743 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:20260430T231743 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:20260430T231743 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:20260430T231743 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:20260430T231743 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:20260430T231743 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:20260430T231743 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:20260430T231743 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:20260430T231743 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:20260430T231743 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:20260430T231743 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:20260430T231743 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:20260430T231743 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:20260430T231743 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:20260430T231743 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:20260430T231743 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T231743 CREATED:20230327T144748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T175650Z UID:28392-1694851200-1694880000@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:2023 Loving the Land Through Working Forests DESCRIPTION:September 16\, 2023 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n8am-4pm\, Blooming Valley\, 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. From learning what “femelschlag” means\, to foraging for mushrooms\, to demonstrations of horse logging\, this will be an insightful program. 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 qualifies for 8.5 Society of American Foresters CFE credits! \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\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$10 – Members $25 – Non-Members Free for children under 7 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule of Events \n\n\n\n8:00am          Registration Begins \n\n\n\n8:30am          Welcome Remarks & Introductions \n\n\n\n8:45am          Opening Address: \n\n\n\n\n \n Wildlands and Woodlands – Balancing Wood Production and Ecological Values in our Forests (Dr. Brian Donahue)\n \n \n \n\nDr. Brian Donahue will open the conference with a talk about New England’s Wildlands and Woodlands approach to conservation\, which seeks to balance wild reserves with sustainable management. Brian will also discuss his ongoing research into the current imbalance of wood product consumption vs. production in New England\, as well as his upcoming book about building a timber frame home with timber from his own woodlot. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n9:30am          Morning Breakout Session 1     \n\n\n\n\n \n Horse-Logging Demonstration with Discussion (Guy Dunkle)\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 Guy\, one of FSF’s land managers\, 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 Tornadoes and Tinkering: 40 Years of Management in Blooming Valley Forest (Troy Firth)\n \n \n \n\nJust days after Troy Firth purchased Blooming Valley Forest\, the 1985 tornado outbreak swept through the region and left its mark on the property. Nearly 40 years later\, take a walk with Troy to explore the tornado’s lasting impact on the forest and learn how FSF mimics natural disturbances at Blooming Valley and its other properties to enhance forest health and resilience. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Diverse Forests\, Diverse Birds: A 3-Year Update on the National Aviary Study (Dr. Steven Latta and Cassandra Ziegler)\n \n \n \n\nTake a walk through Blooming Valley Forest with Dr. Steven Latta\, Director of Conservation and Field Research at the National Aviary\, and Cassie Ziegler\, doctoral student and member of the National Aviary’s field research team. The team is wrapping up their third field season studying avian diversity\, habitat availability\, and food sources in FSF-managed forests. Dr. Latta and Cassie will share preliminary observations of the connection between FSF’s forest management and benefits to two groups of birds that ornithologists often think have habitat needs in conflict: species requiring early-successional habitat\, and species requiring large tracts of mature forest. How can that be? What resources are supporting them? Come join us! Please bring binoculars if available. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Words from an Expert – Managing Invasive Species in Your Woods (Ellery Troyer)\n \n \n \n\nAre you or a friend facing invasive species in your forest and wondering what you can do? Ellery Troyer\, President of Ecological Field Services\, will lead a walk in the woods to discuss practices and a timeline for managing invasive plant species that interfere with native understory plant and native tree regeneration. Whether you are trying to nip a future problem in the bud or restore an infested forest\, this session will provide management tips to keep invasives at bay. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n10:45am         Break \n\n\n\n11:00am         Morning Breakout Session 2 \n\n\n\n\n \n Horse-Logging Demonstration with Discussion (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 Food from the Forest: Beginner Mushroom Walk and Identification (Emily Wojtyna)\n \n \n \n\nHave you ever spotted a beautiful mushroom in the forest and wondered\, “Can I eat that?” Join Emily Wojtyna\, author of The Amateur Forager’s Cookbook: Featuring Edible Wild Mushrooms of Western Pennsylvania\, for a beginner’s mushroom hike through FSF’s Blooming Valley Forest. Emily will discuss the basics of wild mushroom foraging and bring resources to help you become familiar with mushroom identification so you can be safe and have fun as you begin to explore the wonderful world of fungi. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Words from an Expert – Managing Invasive Species in Your Woods (Ellery Troyer)\n \n \n \n\nAre you or a friend facing invasive species in your forest and wondering what you can do? Ellery Troyer\, President of Ecological Field Services\, will lead a walk in the woods to discuss practices and a timeline for managing invasive plant species that interfere with native understory plant and native tree regeneration. Whether you are trying to nip a future problem in the bud or restore an infested forest\, this session will provide management tips to keep invasives at bay. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Living on the Edge – Femelschlag as a Tool to Diversify Forest Age and Structure (Dr. Tara Keyser)\n \n \n \n\nJoin Dr. Tara Keyser for a walk through Blooming Valley Forest as she discusses “femelschlag”\, a silvicultural method designed to cultivate age and structural diversity. Many small group selection “gaps” created at Blooming Valley over the prior decades will provide the backdrop for the walk and show how the forest responds to these strategic introductions and expansions of light to the understory. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n12:15pm          Lunch (provided) \n\n\n\n1:30pm            FSF Updates: Heading into our 20th Year! (Annie Maloney) \n\n\n\n2:00pm            Panel Discussion: \n\n\n\n\n \n Different Goals\, Common Techniques: Exploring the Overlap in Managing Forests for a Variety of Ecological Outcomes\n \n \n \n\nModerated by Annie Maloney and Guy Dunkle\, this joint session will explore the commonalities in managing forests for different conservation and community goals.  Panelists will represent a variety of perspectives\, including climate smart forestry\, management for bird habitat\, community and industry considerations\, and more. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n2:30pm            Afternoon Breakout Session \n\n\n\n\n \n Food from the Forest: Beginner Mushroom Walk and Identification (Emily Wojtyna)\n \n \n \n\nHave you ever spotted a beautiful mushroom in the forest and wondered\, “Can I eat that?” Join Emily Wojtyna\, author of The Amateur Forager’s Cookbook: Featuring Edible Wild Mushrooms of Western Pennsylvania\, for a beginner’s mushroom hike through FSF’s Blooming Valley Forest. Emily will discuss the basics of wild mushroom foraging and bring resources to help you become familiar with mushroom identification so you can be safe and have fun as you begin to explore the wonderful world of fungi. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Living on the Edge – Femelschlag as a Tool to Diversify Forest Age and Structure (Dr. Tara Keyser)\n \n \n \n\nJoin Dr. Tara Keyser for a walk through Blooming Valley Forest as she discusses “femelschlag”\, a silvicultural method designed to cultivate age and structural diversity. Many small group selection “gaps” created at Blooming Valley over the prior decades will provide the backdrop for the walk and show how the forest responds to these strategic introductions and expansions of light to the understory. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Diverse Forests\, Diverse Birds: A 3-Year Update on the National Aviary Study (Dr. Steven Latta and Cassandra Ziegler)\n \n \n \n\nTake a walk through Blooming Valley Forest with Dr. Steven Latta\, Director of Conservation and Field Research at the National Aviary\, and Cassie Ziegler\, doctoral student and member of the National Aviary’s field research team. The team is wrapping up their third field season studying avian diversity\, habitat availability\, and food sources in FSF-managed forests. Dr. Latta and Cassie will share preliminary observations of the connection between FSF’s forest management and benefits to two groups of birds that ornithologists often think have habitat needs in conflict: species requiring early-successional habitat\, and species requiring large tracts of mature forest. How can that be? What resources are supporting them? Come join us! Please bring binoculars if available. \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Additional breakout session information coming soon!\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n4:00pm            Conference Adjourns \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 Brian Donahue\, PhD\n \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 Land Institute in Salina\, Kansas. 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 and A New England Food Vision. \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 and Director with the Foundation for Sustainable Forests\, with over 19 years of experience practicing sustainable forestry across northwest PA and western NY. Guy manages the FSF’s horse crews and will discuss the nuances of the job when horses are used to skid logs in a forest. \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. Join Troy on a walk through Blooming Valley Forest as he discusses FSF’s integrated approach to sustainable forest management. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Ian Forte\n \n \n \n\nIan Forte is the Sr Forestry Manager of the Family Forest Carbon Program (FFCP) for the Central Appalachia region of the American Forest Foundation (AFF) working with private landowners in developing forest stewardship goals through the utilization of their carbon credits. Ian has a B.S. in Biology with a concentration in Ecology\, Conservation\, and Environmental Biology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania\, a M.Ed. in Environmental Education and a M.S. in Park and Resource Management from Slippery Rock University.  Before becoming an Outreach Forester\, and later the Sr Forestry Manager\, for FFCP\, Ian was a Utility Forestry Supervisor and a Forestry Hydrologist for consultant firms throughout Western Pennsylvania and West Virginia working with private and public forests. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Tara Keyser\, PhD\n \n \n \n\nDr. Tara Keyser is a Research Forester and the Director of the Center for Forest Restoration and Management with the USDA FS\, Southern Research Station located in Asheville\, North Carolina. She has a BS in Forest Ecology and Management from the University of Wisconsin-Madison\, and a MS and PhD in forest sciences from Colorado State University. Tara’s current research program focuses on the sustainable management and restoration of upland hardwood in the eastern US. She has extensive experience in implementing large\, at-scale experimentally designed silvicultural studies that provide the science-based information necessary to refine existing and develop new silvicultural methods and tools in upland oak ecosystems across the eastern US. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Steven Latta\, PhD\n \n \n \n\nDr. Steven Latta is the Director of Conservation and Field Research at the National Aviary in Pittsburgh. A native of Michigan\, he was educated at Kalamazoo College (B.A.)\, University of Michigan (M.S.)\, and University of Missouri-Columbia (Ph.D. in Avian Ecology). After graduating in 2000\, he was a post-doctoral fellow at the University of Missouri-St. Louis where he studied with Dr. Robert Ricklefs the evolution and diversification of avian malaria across Caribbean islands. He then served for four years as the Director of the Latin American Program at Point Reyes Bird Observatory in California\, where he developed long-term monitoring programs in many countries\, and trained hundreds of locally-based biologists and naturalists in standardized bird monitoring techniques. \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 Ellery Troyer\n \n \n \n\nEllery Troyer is a Botanist and President of Ecological Field Services (EFS)\, based in Waterford\, PA. Founded in 2009\, EFS performs ecological restoration and consulting work to aid land managers and owners in effective and efficient management of their natural areas. Serving Pennsylvania\, New York\, and Ohio\, EFS’ areas of expertise include invasive species control\, native plant establishment\, botanical surveys\, habitat assessments\, and wetland delineations and permitting. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Emily Wojtyna\, MS\n \n \n \n\nEmily Wojtyna is a biologist with a Master of Science in Ecology\, Evolution\, and Systematics from the Ludwig Maximilian University (LMU) of Munich\, Germany. They also hold a certificate in Environmental Studies from the Rachel Carson Center for Environment and Society at LMU. In their free time\, they love foraging and expanding their knowledge of the natural world. For their thesis\, Emily utilized a chronosequence approach to conduct vegetation surveys in forest gaps created by the Foundation for Sustainable Forests and analyzed the dynamics of key habitat resources for both early-successional and mature-forest birds. For their Environmental Studies capstone project\, they wrote and self-published a cookbook of local edible mushroom species titled The Amateur Forager’s Cookbook: Featuring Edible Wild Mushrooms of Western Pennsylvania. In addition to their M.S.\, Emily also holds a B.S. in Biological Sciences with a Chemistry minor from the University of Pittsburgh and graduated with high honors (summa cum laude). \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Cassandra Ziegler\, MS\n \n \n \n\nCassandra Ziegler is a Biological Sciences Ph.D. student at Duquesne University. A western Pennsylvania native\, she has a BS in Biology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and an MS in Environmental Science and Management from Duquesne University. Cassandra is currently studying avian diet in FSF forests.   \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\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJim & Connie Thompson\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCraig & Monica Schwegman\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\nRobert & Jane Slagter\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\nNorthwest Pennsylvania Woodland Association URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/loving-the-land-2023/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/2023-LTL-Conference-Facebook-Post-e1688049690604.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230915T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230915T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T231743 CREATED:20230713T180350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T175813Z UID:28390-1694799000-1694808000@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 Dr. Tara Keyser of the USDA Forest Service for a keynote presentation on the “femelschlag” forest management approach. There will be a cash only bar and Chance Auction with great prizes! \n\n\n\nYour ticket includes dinner\, dessert\, and one drink ticket. The whole evening will take place outdoors\, weather-permitting. \n\n\n\n5:30pm: Social Hour and Chance Auction \n\n\n\n6:30pm: Welcome Remarks\, followed by Dinner and a Keynote Presentation over dessert. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKeynote Presentation: Tara Keyser\, PhD\n\n\n\nDirector of the Center for Forest Restoration and Management at the USDA Forest Service Southern Research Station\, Asheville\, NC.\n\n\n\nSustainability & Conservation of Eastern Hardwood Forests: Past\, Present and Femelschlag!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Tara Keyser is a Research Forester and the Director of the Center for Forest Restoration and Management with the USDA FS\, Southern Research Station located in Asheville\, North Carolina. She has a BS in Forest Ecology and Management from the University of Wisconsin-Madison\, and a MS and PhD in forest sciences from Colorado State University. Tara’s current research program focuses on the sustainable management and restoration of upland hardwood in the eastern US. She has extensive experience in implementing large\, at-scale experimentally designed silvicultural studies that provide the science-based information necessary to refine existing and develop new silvicultural methods and tools in upland oak ecosystems across the eastern US. \n\n\n\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! URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/dinner-2023/ LOCATION:Iroquois Boating & Fishing Club\, 10733 Konneyaut Trail\, Conneaut Lake\, Pennsylvania\, 16316\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Conneaut-Lake-sunset.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230827T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230829T235900 DTSTAMP:20260430T231743 CREATED:20230614T152829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230628T145705Z UID:35718-1693094400-1693353540@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Crawford Gives DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Crawford Heritage Community Foundation\, these three 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 prorated match! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nImportant Dates \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n-Online contributions during Crawford Gives will be accepted from Sunday\, August 27th through Tuesday\, August 29th. \n\n\n\n-Checks can be received at the Crawford Heritage Community Foundation until Monday\, August 28th. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate Online During Crawford Gives!\n\n\n\nDownload: Mail-In Check Form URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/crawford-gives-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/2023-Crawford-Gives-event-header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230825T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230825T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T231743 CREATED:20230717T194132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T193645Z UID:28395-1692954000-1692975600@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Jim Finley Stewardship Day DESCRIPTION:Last year\, 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 Caldwell Creek Watershed Conservation Area near Grand Valley\, Warren County\, PA. FSF is currently working improve a 1.7-mile section of former railroad grade into a walking trail that connects our properties and fishing access along the creek. With your help\, we will get the Stony Hollow Trail ready for its public unveiling! We will also steward other projects along Caldwell Creek by maintaining a deer exclosure fence\, straightening tree tubes\, and installing signs. \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\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/2023-jim-finley-stewardship-day/ 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/JFSD-Whole-Group-Shot.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T231743 CREATED:20230614T152306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T181002Z UID:35716-1691481600-1691524800@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Erie Gives DESCRIPTION:This regional day of giving is one of the Foundation for Sustainable Forest’s largest annual campaigns. Your contributions to the Erie Community Foundation that day are magnified by matching donations organized by the Erie Community Foundation and the Corry Community Foundation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOnline contributions on Erie Gives Day will be accepted from 8am-8pm on Tuesday\, August 8th. Checks can be received at the Erie Community Foundation until Monday\, August 7th. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate online on Erie Gives Day!\n\n\n\nDownload a Mail-In Check Form URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/erie-gives-1/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/2023-Erie-Gives-event-header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T231743 CREATED:20230425T152320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T184828Z UID:33610-1687276800-1687276800@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:NW PA Trail Association's Walking Moai - Tree ID and Ecology with FSF DESCRIPTION:What’s a Walking Moai? It’s a group of people who on a weekly basis to walk together. It’s an active timeout with friends and neighbors and a great way to recharge your batteries. \n\n\n\nOn June 20th\, Foundation for Sustainable Forests’ Annie Maloney will join the Northwest Pennsylvania Trail Association as a guide. During the walk\, we will practice tree identification and talk about the ecology of some of the species we will find along the Corry Junction Greenways Trail. \n\n\n\nHere is some logistical Information about the June 20th event\, and general information about the NW PA Trail Association’s 2023 Walking Moai’s series: \n\n\n\nAll walks meet at the trailhead parking lot at 4:00 p.m. The lot is located on Route 426 between the cemetery and Corry Concrete. Please be ready to begin walking at 4:15 pm. We’ll plan to walk for at least 30 minutes. All fitness levels are welcome! \n\n\n\nMark your calendar now for the entire 10-week series:Launch: Tuesday\, April 25th2nd Walk: Tuesday\, May 2nd3rd Walk: Tuesday\, May 9th4th Walk: Tuesday\, May 16th5th Walk: Tuesday\, May 23rd6th Walk: Tuesday\, May 30th7th Walk: Tuesday\, June 6th8th Walk: Tuesday\, June 13th9th Walk: Tuesday\, June 20th10th Walk: Tuesday\, June 27th \n\n\n\nVisit the Northwest Pennsylvania Trail Association Facebook page for more information and updates. URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/trail-tuesdays-walking-moai-tree-id-and-ecology-with-fsf/ LOCATION:Corry Junction Greenway Trailhead\, Corry Junction Greenway Trailhead\, Corry\, Pennsylvania\, 16407\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/walking-moai-website.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230609T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230619T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T231743 CREATED:20230607T181533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T183647Z UID:35440-1686268800-1687219199@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:2023 Breeding Bird Blitz for Conservation DESCRIPTION:FSF is proud to partner with the B4C in 2023! \n\n\n\nFunds raised during the competitive bird count will support three organizations with projects benefiting native bird populations. FSF’s project to remove invasive understory species at Floraroze Forest in Erie County will promote native forest regeneration and diverse bird habitat. \n\n\n\nGo to the button below to donate on behalf of The LumBIRDjacks\, a team formed by the National Aviary crew studying bird diversity in FSF’s woods! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTeam logo by Nancy Ransom URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/2023-breeding-bird-blitz-for-conservation/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/B4C-flyer-Facebook-Event-Cover.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T231743 CREATED:20221118T175642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T180121Z UID:23966-1683464400-1683475200@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Lynn Firth Wildflower Walk DESCRIPTION:This afternoon stroll is a celebration of springtime in the forest in loving memory of FSF co-founder\, Lynn Firth. The walk will take place on forest trails\, and sometimes off-trail\, on uneven terrain\, but the pace is not strenuous. \n\n\n\nIf you aren’t 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. 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.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nTrolley Line Trail – Erie National Wildlife Refuge\, Cambridge Springs\, PA \n\n\n\nWe will meet at the eastern trailhead / parking area on State Highway 408 between the Jervis Church Cemetery and Martin’s Mulch. If using a GPS\, the closest address is 27773 State Highway 408 Cambridge Springs\, PA 16403\, which routes to a private residence across the road from the trailhead. URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/lynn-firth-wildflower-walk-3/ LOCATION:Trolley Line Trail – Erie National Wildlife Refuge\, Trolley Line Trail\, Cambridge Springs\, PA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/2023-Wildflower-Walk-Facebook-Post-with-location.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230331T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230331T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T231743 CREATED:20221116T142902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T133651Z UID:23961-1680285600-1680294600@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:2023 Woods & Water Film Series DESCRIPTION:Scot Cinema\, PennWest University\, Edinboro\, PA\n\n\n\nGather on a winter’s night for an in-person screening of Somehow Hopeful – The Story of a Woodsman! \n\n\n\nThis film tells the story of FSF friend Jason Rutledge\, a woodsman dedicating his life to proven methods of protecting healthy\, diverse forests. The woodsman’s ally in the fight to restore our environment has been mankind’s most reliable partner for thousands of years\, the powerful draft horse. Jason\, and those like him\, are poets\, craftsmen\, artists\, farmers and educators doing the real work to make our planet whole again. While the woodsman’s critics say he’s stuck in the past\, Jason believes he is in the future.\n\n\n\nThese films are brought to you in partnership by French Creek Valley Conservancy and the Foundation for Sustainable Forests. URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/2023-woods-water-film-series-3/ LOCATION:Scot Cinema\, Pogue Student Center\, PennWest University Edinboro\, 405 Scotland Road\, Edinboro\, Pennsylvania\, 16444\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Woods-Waters-Film-Series-2023-Poster-10.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T231743 CREATED:20221118T181555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230316T125116Z UID:23968-1679079600-1679088600@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Vernal Pool Exploration DESCRIPTION:EVENT UPDATE: The Vernal Pool Exploration event is still scheduled for Friday 3/17. Despite the snow we received Tuesday\, the forecast shows warm temperatures Thursday with rain Thursday night\, which should work in our favor for the salamanders and fairy shrimp to be active Friday evening.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an evening exploration of salamanders\, frogs\, and fairy shrimp during their brief above-ground appearance this spring! The Dunkle farm is host to an active vernal pool\, providing excitement and wonder for all ages.\n\n\n\nStaff from FSF and the Watershed Conservation Research Center at Allegheny College will guide the nighttime excursion.\n\n\n\nPlease plan for a half mile walk through a soggy field to access the vernal pool. Waterproof footwear is recommended. Please bring a flashlight and/or headlamp.\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Registration: Event spaces have been filled and registration is now closed. Thank you for your interest!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Registration: Event spaces have been filled and registration is now closed. Thank you for your interest!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDirections: URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/vernal-pool-exploration/ LOCATION:Dunkle Farm\, 32422 Teepleville Rd.\, Centerville\, PA\, 16404\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Vernal-Pool-Event-Facebook-Post.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T231743 CREATED:20221110T152554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T204719Z UID:23958-1677263400-1677270600@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:2023 Woods & Water Film Series 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\nClick here to register! URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/2023-woods-water-film-series-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Woods-Waters-feb-with-films-updated.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230120T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230120T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T231743 CREATED:20221110T152400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T202548Z UID:23955-1674239400-1674246600@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:2023 Woods & Water Film Series 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\nClick here to register! URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/2023-woods-water-film-series/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Woods-Waters-Jan-with-films.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T231743 CREATED:20220603T184628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T142515Z UID:13654-1664614800-1664636400@www.foundationforsustainableforests.org SUMMARY:Jim Finley Stewardship Day DESCRIPTION:To honor the memory of distinguished forest educator and visionary conservationist James C. Finley\, the Foundation for Sustainable Forests is introducing a new annual event\, the Jim Finley Stewardship Day. \n\n\n\nEach year\, we will 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 Moxie Woods near Greenville\, Mercer County\, PA. FSF is in the midst of conducting significant understory management there to address the presence of invasive plant species. With your help\, we will enhance these efforts by cleaning up an old farmstead site at Moxie Woods. \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 will 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 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\nJim Finley\, FSF Board Member\, distinguished Penn State Faculty\, and founder of Penn State’s Center for Private Forests\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPhoto courtesy of Western PA Conservancy URL:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/event/finley-stewardship-day/ LOCATION:Moxie Woods\, 157 Linn Tyro Rd\, Greenville\, Pennsylvania\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.foundationforsustainableforests.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Jim-Finley-leaning-on-tree_0-e1652843225259.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR