The Logan County Land Trust, with assistance from the Logan Soil and Water Conservation District, hosted a recent Woodland Management program for area residents and nature enthusiasts at Myeerah Nature Preserve.
Steve McGinnis, ODNR service forester, along with Robert Walker, State Tree Farmer of the Year, delivered the message that our woodlands require management, with the emphasis that those techniques need to begin now.
Logan County Wildlife Officer Adam Smith shared his knowledge and updates on wildlife issues, hunting benefits and programs sponsored by Ohio Department of Natural Resources.
Ed Kapraly from Riverside Nursery explained the many benefits of planting and growing native trees and shrubs and how best to be successful at that venture.
Jim Bartlett, a consulting forester, enlightened participants of the pitfalls and dangers to be aware when selling timber out of the woods.
Kris Myers, Bellefontaine Joint Recreation District superintendent, welcomed the group and offered brief history of the preserve.
A warm homemade chili and corn bread lunch was enjoyed by the inquisitive crowd.
The day was packed with information and is another way the Logan County Land Trust hopes to not only protect the local landscapes, but also manage them for future generations. The Land Trust is accepting donations to continue creating and developing community programs like this.
For more information, contact organizers Bob Stoll at bob.stoll5, or Linda Vernon at thekeep. Additional details are available via Facebook and via the group’s recently improved website, www.logancountylandtrust.