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Forest Roads, Forestry and Farm Workshop - Blue Hill
Division / Program: Forest Service
Date: August 12, 2021
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Kingdom Road Farm, 720 Kingdom Rd. Blue Hill, Maine
Event Type: Workshop/Training
Learning about the challenges of running a small farm, how to manage forest roads and reduce erosion, and tips on managing a small woodlot.
Farm, forest, and wildlife practices and technical and financial assistance to implement these practices will be discussed while walking the property. Emphasis will be on maintaining, protecting, and enhancing habitat, soil and water quality.
Presenters:
Ben Gifford - Owner, Kingdom Road Farm & Woodlot
Michael Jensen - District Forester, Maine Forest Service
Joseph Roy - State Wildlife Biologist for Private Lands
David Rocque - State Soil Scientist, Retired
Christopher Phinney - USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service
Contact Name: Hancock County Soil & Water Conservation District
Contact Phone: 207-667-8663
Contact Email: hcswcdinfo@hancockcountyswcd.org
Cost: The small $10 fee includes lunch and the booklet 'Forestry Best Management Practices' published by the Maine Forest Service!
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