Family Forestry Field Day
The registration period has ended.
Family Forestry Field Day
Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:30 am to 3:00 pm
(registration begins at 8:30 am - programs begin at 9:00 am)
Location: McCully Heritage Project, 592 Crawford Creek Road, Kampsville, IL 62053
Join Illinois Tree Farm, the Illinois Chapter of Walnut Council, and Illinois Forestry Association for a forestry field day! Get your family involved and interested in the tree farm. Our field day is designed to bring current management practices and inspiration to all who attend. If you are interested in learning more about forest management and enjoy sharing activities outside with friends and family, this is the event for you.
Topics:
- Growing Shiitake Mushrooms
- Woodland Plant and Tree Identification walk
- Invasive Plant Management
- Illinois Plant Disease and Pest Update
- Prescribed Grazing with Goats
- Portable Sawmill Demonstrations
- Prescribed burning discussion
Registration is $20 / person or $30 per family. Student registration is free.
- A lunch is included with registration.
- Attendees should dress in proper attire to walk through the woods.
- Items to bring: Water bottle, a hat, sun screen, and snacks.
- Attendees are also encouraged to bring an easily carried folding lawn chair.
If you have questions or problems with registration contact Michelle Berg at mbergv@illinois.edu or 618-653-4687.