Extension course teaches forest owners to preserve their land for generations

By Communications staff, Washington State University

By Andrew Perleberg, WSU Extension Forester

Woodland owners in Central Washington can learn how to protect and pass their forests on to the next generation, in a Forest Stewardship Coached Planning course led by Washington State University Extension Foresters.

The course, starting October 31, in Leavenworth, is held 6 to 9 p.m. most Wednesdays through Jan. 9, with one Saturday field day. Cost is $75, and includes a reference library, tools and materials.

WSU Forestry Coached Planning Courses build skills to care for your forests: mapping your property, improving forest and steam health, reducing wildlife risks, and sustainably harvesting timber and forest products.

Participants learn to create a Forest Stewardship Plan for their property, qualifying them for recognition as a Washington State “Stewardship Forest,” and cost-sharing assistance.

The course is held at Chelan County Fire District 3, 228 Chumstick Highway, Leavenworth, Wash.

Learn more here: http://forestry.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/Coached-Leavenworth-low.pdf

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