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Upcoming Events (See Calendar for details) January 15th, 2009 at SMI in Strattenville. The program will be on bio fuels. Presenter Linda McMaster Chemistry Teacher C-L HS. Contact George Schmader at hillwood@venustel.com February 21st, 2009. Spring landowners conference at St. Michaels Hall in Fryburg. This is an all day conference featuring QDM, Birds, Biomass/carbon, Women in the Outdoors, and landowners look at forestry. March 20th: Tour of Sugarcreek stream bank restoration project, Presenters Venango County Conservation District. April 16th: Wood Cock program presented by Tim Hoppe, PA Game Commission wildlife biologist at Beaver Creek Facility. May 16th: Program on hardwood and chestnut planting on reclaimed strip mines, Presenter is Gary Gilmore. June 13th: Annual Picnic in conjunction with Tree Farm Field Day at Hillwood Tree Farm. |
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Members List:
Links Section
President:
George Schmader
Vice President:
Dennis Waldorf
Secretary:
Jackie Waldorf
Treasurer:
Joe Lowrie
Board:
Jeff Balla
Bev Campbell
George Freeman
Layne Giering
Duane Harriger
Dave Steward
Gene Whited
Members:
Youth Program Chairman Dave Fowler
Ser. Forester:
Gary Gilmore, Jeff. & Arm. Cty
Ty Ryen, Forest & Venango
Lee Swoger, Clarion Cty
Penn State Ext:
Gary Micsky
Penn State Ext.:
Scott Weikert
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Woodland Owners of Clarion - Allegheny Valley
Our Mission is to promote forest stewardship through educational programs, demonstrations and the sharing of our collective experiences with other members of the association.
The WOCAV is a forum to exchange information about practical application of Best Management Practices, using the experiences of its members, as well as the DCNR Bureau of Forestry, Penn State Extension, Clarion County Forest Stewardship Committee and local forest professionals.
The collective sharing of practical first hand experiences will enable members to establish goals and confidently manage their woodlot to meet their objectives.
The benefits of sustainable forestry practices gained and applied now will guarantee environmentally healthy and beautiful forests for our use, enjoyment and that of future generations.
Private landowners own approximately 12 million acres of forested land in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
More than 90,000 fammilies or individuals own 5 acres or more of forested land.
Collectively all these landowners manage over 70 percent of the forest resources that make up Pennsylvania.
If you are among those that own forested land, you probably have many questions concerning its health or value and even long term sustainability.
WOCAV will assist you in finding the answers.
Individual Membership $15.00
Family Membership $25.00
Associate Membership $10.00
Student $5.
A guest fee of $5.00 will be charged to non members for attendance at any workshop.
Be a Part of Better Forest Management
The Woodland Owners of Clarion - Allegheny Valley was formed by the Clarion County Forest Stewardship Committee to foster sound forestry practices that will promote sustainable forests in the counties we serve now and in the future.
We provide workshops, demonstrations and a forum for woodland owners and other interested parties to share ideas and experiences in an informal setting.
We work with other woodland owner associations, DCNR Bureau of Forestry, Penn State Extension and similar organizations that promote forest stewardship throughout Pennsylvania.
