Learn About Forest Health, Wildlife and Fire Prevention at DNR, WSU Field Days

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July 22, 2024

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Forest Owners' Field Day returns to western Washington this summer with two outdoor events for landowners interested in addressing challenges on their property, fostering healthy forests and pursue fun new projects, like maple syrup tapping and shitake mushroom production.

The Puget Sound Forest Owners' Field Day is scheduled for Saturday, July 27 in Fall City, Washington. The second Forest Owners' Field Day is scheduled for Saturday, August 10 in Longview.

During the day-long workshops, foresters and other experts and partners will give presentations on a multitude of topics, such as forest wildlife and habitat, growing forest mushrooms, fire risk reduction, and Indigenous land uses. Some youth activities are available.

These events are sponsored by Washington State University Extension Forestry, the Washington State Department of Natural Resources and several other organizations including King County, the U.S. Forest Service and Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.

The Puget Sound Forest Owners' Field Day is happening from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 27 in Fall City. The address and directions will be provided upon registration. The cost is $20 per individual and $30 per household (two to four adults). Youth under 18 may attend for free. Senior and student discounts are also available.

The Forest Owners' Field Day on Saturday, August 10 is happening from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 734 Fall Creek Road, Longview, Washington. Registration is $30 per person and $40 for a family of two or more. Registration on the day of the event is $40 per person or $50 for a family of two or more.

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