The Westmoreland County Conservation District is sponsoring an introductory Forestry Workshop for landowners interested in sustainable management of trees, woodlots and forests.

The workshop will be held on September 27, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the Westmoreland Conservation District on Donohoe Road in Greensburg and in the adjacent, natural wooded area of Ann Rudd Saxman Nature Park.

Westmoreland Conservation District Forester Tony Quadro will introduce participants to basic tree identification, common forestry terms, and methods for measuring timber. No prior experience or knowledge of forestry is necessary.

This workshop is sponsored by the Westmoreland Conservation District and the Westmoreland Woodlands Improvement Association. Cost of the workshop is $10. A reduced rate of $5 is offered for members of the Westmoreland Woodlands Improvement Association. Registration by September 25 is required.

For more information, contact the Westmoreland Conservation District at 724-837-5271, ext. 210 or send email to: christie@wcdpa.com .

8/22/2008