When: September 13th 2025 9:00 – 11:00 AM
Where: at
Thetford, Vermont (Location provided at registration)
Discover how thoughtful stewardship can transform a working forest into a thriving, wildlife-friendly ecosystem. Consulting forester Donn Downey will lead a walking tour of his Thetford, Vermont, property, showcasing active forest management practices, wildlife habitat features, and experimental plots exploring climate-adapted tree species. Participants will learn about Vermont’s forest history, challenges such as deer browse and beech control, and strategies to foster diverse, old-growth-like conditions. This is a unique opportunity to see practical forestry techniques in action and gain insights into the future of our local woodlands.
Registration required. Limit: 30 participants. Registration details coming soon.
Location information will be provided upon registration.
Please Note: This event will take place entirely outdoors, rain or shine. Includes a 1.1 mile walk on a mostly flat and gently sloping mowed trail.
This event will not be streamed or recorded.
Questions? Contact Nancy at: 603-795-0660 or nancy(at)northernwoodlands.org.