11-05-2007, 08:10 AM
Representatives of the DNR and the Purdue Forestry and Natural Resource Extension will conduct a free Forestry Field Day at the property of Larry and Flora Glass in the Upland area of Grant County, November 11.
DNR district forester Brad Rody and Purdue forester Lenny Farlee, will lead the outdoor field day, which runs from 1 to 4 p.m. Topics to be covered include tree planting, pruning, plantation management, forest management. A demonstration on the use of a tree spade will also be presented.
Those interested are asked to register to attend this event by calling (260) 782-0430, before 3 p.m., November 9. A warming barn and outhouse will be provided, but the event itself is outdoors, so participants should dress for the weather.
Media Contact:
Brad Rody, Division of Forestry, (260) 782-4030
DNR district forester Brad Rody and Purdue forester Lenny Farlee, will lead the outdoor field day, which runs from 1 to 4 p.m. Topics to be covered include tree planting, pruning, plantation management, forest management. A demonstration on the use of a tree spade will also be presented.
Those interested are asked to register to attend this event by calling (260) 782-0430, before 3 p.m., November 9. A warming barn and outhouse will be provided, but the event itself is outdoors, so participants should dress for the weather.
Media Contact:
Brad Rody, Division of Forestry, (260) 782-4030