Forestry
The Alabama Extension ForestHER workshop series was created with women landowners in mind. These workshops are an opportunity for women landowners to learn about forest management topics that are important to them in a relaxed, fun setting. This year there are a variety of workshop dates and topics.
How it Works
Who should attend?
2022 Webinars & Workshops
These webinars and workshops are for any woman that owns forestland or is just interested in learning more about wildlife management in a relaxed, fun environment. Preregistration is required.
February 8 – ForestHER: Stewardship and Sustainability
In this session, Alabama Forestry Association Forester, Ashley Smith, discusses why conservation education matters. Preregistration is required through the Zoom link provided.
March 8 – ForestHER: Timber vs. Lumber Prices
In this session, Alabama Extension Specialist and Professor, Adam Maggard, dives into why timber prices remain low, in spite of a record high lumber prices. Preregistration is required through the Zoom link provided.
April 12 – ForestHER: Emerging Forest Pests
In this session, Alabama Extension Specialist, Beau Brodbeck, discusses how to recognize and mitigate damage from emerging forest pests. Preregistration is required through the Zoom link provided.
May 10 – ForestHER: Longleaf Establishment and Management
In this session, Alabama Extension Regional Agent, Ryan Mitchell, discusses the importance of longleaf pine and the establishment and management of this southern pine species. Preregistration is required through the Zoom link provided.
June 14 – ForestHER: Timber Harvesting for Wildlife
In this session, Alabama Extension Specialist and Professor, Adam Maggard, dives into why timber prices remain low, in spite of a record high lumber prices. Preregistration is required through the Zoom link provided.
July 12 – ForestHER: Cool Season Food Plots
In this session, Alabama Extension Regional Agent, Norm Haley outlines the role of food plots in wildlife management along with some of considerations towards their preparation and planting. Preregistration is required through the Zoom link provided.
July 15 – ForestHER: Land Management Workshop
When: 8:30 a.m. until 3 p.m.
Where: Autauga County Extension Office – 2226 AL 14 W, Autaugaville, AL 36003
During the one-day workshop, participants will learn how to develop and write a management plan for their property. It will include topics such as forest history, land use options, goal development, and putting the plan into action.
August 9 – ForestHER: Understanding Carbon Markets
In this session, Alabama Extension Regional Agent, Jessica Kelton explains carbon markets in the United States with an emphasis on carbon marketing in the agriculture and forestry sector. Preregistration is required through the Zoom link provided.
September 13 – ForestHER: NRCS Programs and Practices
In this session, NRCS State Forester, Tim Albritton, outlines the conservation programs and practices specific to forestry available to private forest owners in Alabama. Preregistration is required through the Zoom link provided.
October 11 – ForestHER: Land Surveying
In this session, Auburn University Professor, Tom Gallagher, provides an introduction to land surveying and what to look for when hiring a professional. Preregistration is required through the Zoom link provided.
November 8 – ForestHER: Prescribed Fire
In this session, Alabama Extension Regional Agent, Ryan Mitchell, discusses the importance of prescribed fire to southern forest, prescribed burning techniques and how they can be manipulated to achieve your goals. Preregistration is required through the Zoom link provided.
December 13 – ForestHER: Forest Inventories
In this session, Alabama Extension Specialist and Professor, Becky Barlow, explains forest inventories, their importance in management decisions. Preregistration is required through the Zoom link provided.
ForestHER Podcast Series
Want to know the latest and great information from the world of forestland management? Check out the ForestHER Podcast Series!
More Information
For more information contact Becky Barlow at 334-844-1019 or by email at becky.barlow@auburn.edu. Other informational resources include the following: