Missouri Department of Conservation
08/13/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/14/2024 15:11
MDC and partners host forest and wildlife management workshop Sept. 7 in Portland
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Learn forest management techniques such as Timber Stand Improvement (pictured above on private property in Montgomery County) in Portland Sept. 7.
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Learn forest management techniques such as Timber Stand Improvement (pictured above on private property in Montgomery County) in Portland Sept. 7.
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Maddie Fennewald
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08/13/2024
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PORTLAND, Mo. - The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and several partners invite the public to a forest and wildlife management workshop Sept. 7 in Portland. This workshop will be held on Bill and Margie Haag's property in Portland from 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.
Participants will learn effective land management strategies for wildlife, sustainable harvesting practices, and how to use prescribed fire to manage different landscapes. Professionals from MDC, the University of Missouri Extension, and consulting foresters will be available to answer questions and provide insight on different management practices. Participants also can learn how to receive a free visit from a consulting forester.
This event is free to the public, and lunch will be provided. Registration for the event is required and can be done at http://short.mdc.mo.gov/4bb. Registration will close Sept. 2 at 5 p.m. Questions about this event can be sent to Brian Schweiss at [email protected]or to Tom Westhoff at [email protected]. The Hagg property is located at 8801 Little Tavern Creek Road in Portland.