Do you own woods or forested land? Curious about how to care for it—or why it matters? Whether you own a few wooded acres or a larger forest, your land can play an important role in the future of our region.

Join BNRC for a half-day conference exploring how your forests can support wildlife, strengthen climate resilience, and remain healthy for generations to come.

Featuring:

• Keynote speaker Ethan Tapper, an internationally recognized forester, ecologist, bestselling author of “How to Love a Forest,” and digital storyteller from Vermont.
• Paul Catanzaro​​​​​​​, Professor of Forest Ecology and Silviculture at the University of Massachusetts. He serves as the State Extension Forester and co-directs the Family Forest Research Center, a partnership between the USDA Forest Service and UMass. Author of “Tending Your Forest.”

Learn More About:

• Caring for your forests into the future
• Supporting sustainable habitats for wildlife and birds
• Tree diseases, invasive pests, and invasive plants
• How family forests can provide meaningful income
• Outdoor recreation and ecotourism opportunities

Lunch will be provided.

Hosted by Berkshire Natural Resources Council and generously sponsored by the Woodlands Partnership Program of the Executive Office of Environmental Affairs.

Register Here

DATE: Wednesday, June 24
TIME: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
LOCATION: Greylock Glen Outdoor Center, 165 Gould Road, Adams, MA 01220