Past Events

  1. Webinar: On the Brink: Early Detection of Woodland Invasive Species

    Jun 27, 2025, 10:00am - 12:00pm

    Most woodland owners are already familiar with the dreaded “usual suspects,” such as garlic mustard, bush honeysuckle, and autumn olive. Have you considered what invasive plants might be next on the horizon? Join ANR Educator, Carrie Brown, as we explore plant species that are not yet state listed but are exhibiting invasive characteristics.   

  2. Name That Tree

    Jun 20, 2025, 9:30am - 3:00pm

    Have you ever taken a walk and been curious about the trees along the way? This workshop will walk you through the process of using key characteristics to identify that tree. Join Ohio State University Extension's Erik Draper, Geauga County Extension Educator and Kathy Smith Extension Program Director - Forestry for this hands on workshop on tree identification. We will start inside with samples laying the groundwork for going outside and improving your skills. A dichotomous key will be used as the reference for the day but we will talk about other identification resources.

  3. The Itsy Bitsy… TOTALLY INCREDIBLE Spiders of our Forests

    May 16, 2025, 10:00am - 12:00pm

    Join Ashley Kulhanek, OSU Extension Educator for Medina County, as we dismiss the myth and dive into the incredible world of spiders dwelling near our homes and woodlands.

  4. Managing Small Woodlands for Profit and Pleasure

    May 13, 2025, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

    This workshop will walk woodland owners through the thought process of how to manage your small woodland. Are you looking to make some money? Are you looking to improve the health of the woodland? We will go through some options for management that will help woodland owners meet some of the goals they have for their property.  We will be using material from the book 'The Woods in Your Backyard' to guide the process.  A copy of the book will be provided to attendees.

  5. Ohio's Invasive Species: ID and Management

    May 8, 2025, 9:30am - 3:30pm

    There are many non-native invasives in Ohio today: plants, insects and diseases. Learn how to identify key non-natives, how to monitor and  manage them, and how to report them when you encounter them. Join Ohio State Extension's Joe Boggs, Carrie Brown and Amy Stone as they introduce you to the key non-native species you need to have on your radar and how to manage them. 9:30 am - Welcome and Introductions 9:45 am - Background and Quick Case Studies 10:15 am - Asian Longhorned Beetle (ALB) 10:45 am – Break 10:55 am - Spotted Lanternfly (SLF)

  6. Wildlife in Your Woods

    Apr 29, 2025, 9:30am - 3:00pm

    This day-long class is all about the wildlife in your woods. Spend the day learning about the birds, amphibians, reptiles, and mammals making your woods their home. You will learn management strategies to improve or create habitat, as well as how to identify a variety of wildlife species—all while exploring the Hob Camp Nature Center property.

  7. Seed Collection & Propagation: Growing Native Plants for Ohio’s Forests

    Apr 25, 2025, 10:00am - 12:00pm

    Join representatives from the Seed Bank at Holden Arboretum to learn why locally adapted plants matter for forest health and stewardship, discuss common roadblocks to accessing native seed sources, and discover how you can participate in native plant restoration — whether that means collecting your own seed, cultivating your own native trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants, or inviting conservation-focused organizations to collect seed on your land. Speakers: Kimberly Lessman, Holden Seed Bank Manager - Presenter and Q&A Panelist

  8. Webinar: Fitting Prescribed Fire into Oak Woodland Management

    Mar 28, 2025, 10:00am - 12:00pm

    Please join us on March 28th, for a webinar on prescribed fire as a management tool, presented by Jim Downs, OSU Extension Forestry Field Specialist, and Dr. Andy Londo, professor and OSU Extension Forestry Specialist with OSU Extension.

  9. 2025 Ohio Woodland Water and Wildlife Conference

    Mar 5, 2025, 8:30am - 3:30pm

    This annual conference is designed for natural resource professionals and land managers.  The conference is an opportunity for natural resouce land managers across the state to learn more about what issues are impacting our resources and how to approach dealing with them.  There are three concurrent sessions - and the talks are grouped around three topic areas: woodlands (trees), water (lakes, streams and ponds) and wildlife. This year the topics include:

  10. Advanced Winter Tree ID

    Feb 18, 2025, 9:30am - 3:00pm

    Looking for a more in-depth workshop on winter tree ID?  This class will take a deep dive into identifying trees in winter utilizing twigs of common tree species.  The indoor portion will focus on recognizing key characteristics of winter twigs.  The outdoor session will take that information and add key characteristics of bark and other features to aid in winter tree indentification.

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