QUESTIONS: 218-999-4439
Event Speakers and Topics
Oct 04, 2025, 8:15 AM – 4:30 PM
Anna Stockstad - UMN Extension
Climate-Ready Woodlands
Climate-ready woodlands are crucial for ensuring the long-term health and resilience of forests in the face of environmental change.
Garrett Williams, Plant Department, Leech Lake Band of the Ojibwe & Jeff Poenix - Wood and Stuff Outdoors, LLC
Building a Forest: Planning for Resiliency
What to look for gauging forest health. Identify the trees in your forest.
Josh Donatell - MN DNR
Brandon Spain-Brist - Hubbard SWCD
Stewardship Planning
(Large and Small Parcels)
This session will equip participants with knowledge and skills regarding forest stewardship plans for their property.
Bonny Siegford - Itasca Co Master Gardeners
Pollinators
The pollinator session will explore the vital role pollinators play in our forest ecosystems and how to support and protect their populations.
Emma Hansen - MN DNR
Wildlife-Mammals
Habitat for bats, beavers, and bunnies: Providing climate resilient forests, wetlands, backyards, and beyond for wildlife.
Eric Otto - MN DNR
Forest Pests
Information on common insect pests, invasive species, and the impact of these threats on
forest health.
Josh Bednar - UMN NRRI - M.S. Senior Research Staff Scientist, Wildlife Ecologist
Wildlife-Birds
This session will cover various aspects of woodland bird life, biology, ecology, behavior, and conservation.
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