The New York Forest Owners Association

09/06/2026

Explore mushroom identification and tree decay in this two-part webinar. Learn to distinguish beneficial and harmful fungi while gaining skills in tree health assessment and pathogen recognition.

09/06/2026

Forest Erosion in a Dynamic World. Sept. 8, noon and 7pm
James C. Finley Center for Private Forests at Penn State
Changing rainfall patterns and increasing storm intensity are making erosion more difficult to predict, but proven management practices can help reduce soil loss and protect water resources. Join Penn State Extension in this hour-long webinar to explore the fundamentals of erosion and the factors that influence streambed and streambank stability in Pennsylvania forests on Tuesday, September 8th with start times at noon or 7:00 p.m. ET. Get the details and register for free (continuing ed. credits for a fee) now: https://extension.psu.edu/forest-seminar-forest-erosion...

09/04/2026

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09/04/2026

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09/01/2026

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08/31/2026

Regenerate NY is a cost share program offered by the DEC with an aim to improve native regeneration and forest resilience in New York forests. The funding helps to implement a wide range of management practices for your woodlot.

08/31/2026

Corrected Directions

Woods Walk visit to the Kutney Tree Farm, Saturday, October 10th, at 10 AM.
The Southern Tier Chapter of the New York Forest Owners Association has arranged for a free, open-to-the-public woods walk at the Kutney Tree Farm on Saturday, October 10th at 10 AM.
This autumn woods walk will include lunch at noon and the topics below:

· A discussion on the type of equipment used for Timber Stand Improvement (TSI) and Invasive control.
· A viewing of this year's cut stump invasive control activities that were performed using a brush saw and glyphosate applied with a one-quart sprayer. The process released walnut and other hardwoods.

· The use of tree tubes to prevent deer browsing.

· A comparison of a non-exclosure area next to a deer exclosure that was installed by Cornell University in an area that has had a TSI treatment 10 years ago.

· The problems of growing an apple/chestnut orchard

The woods walk will be approximately 1 mile long on uneven, natural forest terrain. Hiking poles and waterproof footwear are recommended, as the trail could be wet after recent rains. Restrooms are available. The woods walk program will last two hours, depending on the number of questions. We will have lunch thanks to the efforts of Ken & Sharon Semanovich.

The Kutney Tree Farm is located at 460 Hunt Hill Road, Port Crane, NY 13833. When traveling northeast on I-88, exit at Sanitaria Springs, NY, exit 4. Make a left at the end of the ramp; drive under I-88 and over Osborn Creek. Make a right onto Hunt Hill Road at the T. Go two miles. The property will be on your right after cresting the top of the hill. You can park on Hunt Hill, or you can drive up the driveway about 300 feet and park in the field. Please Park as close as possible to other vehicles to allow adequate space for all. Reservations are required. You may want to bring a folding chair. Please call Steve at 607-902-4090.

08/31/2026

Woods Walk visit to the Kutney Tree Farm, Saturday, October 10th, at 10 AM.
The Southern Tier Chapter of the New York Forest Owners Association has arranged for a free, open-to-the-public woods walk at the Kutney Tree Farm on Saturday, October 10th at 10 AM.
This autumn woods walk will include lunch at noon and the topics below:

· A discussion on the type of equipment used for Timber Stand Improvement (TSI) and Invasive control.
· A viewing of this year's cut stump invasive control activities that were performed using a brush saw and glyphosate applied with a one-quart sprayer. The process released walnut and other hardwoods.

· The use of tree tubes to prevent deer browsing.

· A comparison of a non-exclosure area next to a deer exclosure that was installed by Cornell University in an area that has had a TSI treatment 10 years ago.

· The problems of growing an apple/chestnut orchard

The woods walk will be approximately 1 mile long on uneven, natural forest terrain. Hiking poles and waterproof footwear are recommended, as the trail could be wet after recent rains. Restrooms are available. The woods walk program will last two hours, depending on the number of questions. We will have lunch thanks to the efforts of Ken & Sharon Semanovich.

The Kutney Tree Farm is located at 460 Hunt Hill Road, Port Crane, NY 13833. When traveling northeast on I88, make a left as you get off the I88 exit ramp, drive under I88 and over Osborn Creek. Make a right onto Hunt Hill Road at the T. Go two miles. The property will be on your right after cresting the top of the hill. You can park on Hunt Hill, or you can drive up the driveway about 300 feet and park in the field. Please Park as close as possible to other vehicles to allow adequate space for all. Reservations are required. You may want to bring a folding chair. Please call Steve at 607-902-4090.

08/31/2026

Unfamiliar with Northern Woodlands Magazine? Request a free copy, before you get a NYFOA membership or renew your membership.

Advancing forest stewardship in the Northeast for the natural wonders, economic productivity, ecological integrity of forests

08/30/2026

Already, a pilot plant in East Vancouver is producing around 400 pounds of the so-called wood foam every day.