The Environmental Journal of Southern Appalachia
Friday, 06 October 2023 17:59

Woods and Wildlife Field Day scheduled for October 19

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Educational event features opportunities to learn about forest management

OAK RIDGE — The 2023 Woods and Wildlife Field Day will include topics focusing on current research and forest stewardship practices that will help landowners with forest management goals. This field day presented by the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture is scheduled for October 19, 2023, at the UT Forest Resources AgResearch and Education Center and UT Arboretum in Oak Ridge.

“We are excited to share on a variety of topics related to natural resources research and management in Tennessee,” says Kevin Hoyt, director of the Forest Resources AgResearch and Education Center. “Not only is the information timely for forest management, but it’s also the perfect time of year to enjoy the fall colors at the center.”

Experts from UT AgResearch and UT Extension will present on a range of topics during the field day events, which include:

  • Forest Restoration 
  • Tick Encounters
  • Pollinator Habitats
  • Protecting Native Trees
  • Timber Harvesting
  • Carbon Capture

This one-day educational event will begin with an optional networking breakfast and on-site registration at 7 a.m. EDT. Lunch will be provided and sessions will conclude by 3 p.m. Pre-registration is encouraged to plan for food and the event is free to attend. To RSVP, call 931-787-5369 or 865-483-3571. You may also register by emailing Kevin Hoyt at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  

The UT Forest Resources AgResearch and Education Center and Arboretum is located at 901 S. Illinois Ave. in Oak Ridge. A map can be found at forestry.tennessee.edu. 

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