Past Events

  1. Wild Turkey Habitat Workshop for Natural Resources Professionals

    Aug 30, 2022, 9:00am - 3:00pm

    We have reached capacity for this workshop and are no longer accepting registrations.

  2. Name That Tree

    Aug 6, 2022, 10:00am - 3:00pm

    Want to learn how to identify some common Ohio trees?  Then join us and spend the day learning common terminology and how to use a dichotomous tree key.  The class starts out in the morning learning some key characteristics to look for and then works with a key on some samples from local trees.  In the afternoon we will go outside and do some hands on identification utilizing that same key.

  3. The Good, The Bad, and The Hungry: Dealing with Wildlife Conflict

    Jul 15, 2022, 10:00am - 3:00pm

    Are you having issues with wildlife (deer, rabbits, moles, voles, groundhogs, chipmunks…and the list goes on) in the garden or landscape? We will discuss ways to achieve a happy coexistence with these critters and others (raccoons, skunks, coyotes, and bats) at this workshop! Join Marne Titchenell, Extension Wildlife Specialist in this workshop where she will identify wildlife damage from various species and discuss options to prevent and lessen conflict around the home. Come ready to share your questions/stories about pesky wildlife!

  4. Maple Bootcamp: Ohio

    Jun 22, 2022 through Jun 24, 2022, 12:30pm - 3:30pm

    Maple Bootcamp will provide intensive hands-on-training for beginner and intermediate maple producers. The 3-day curriculum begins with sugarbush assessment, then builds sequentially through all phases of maple syrup production from sap collection to boiling, bottling and sales. Participants will gain the skills necessary for the safe, efficient, and profitable production of maple products. Classroom sessions will be held at Ohio State University, Mansfield with several tours and field trips to local maple operations.

  5. Maple Syrup Grading Workshop

    Jun 22, 2022, 9:00am - 11:30am

    Bring a pint of your own syrup and go through the process of grading the syrup. Instructors Mike Rechlin of Future Generations University and Les Ober of Ohio State University Extension will take you through the process of how to grade syrup. Class is limited to the first 30 registrations.

  6. The Impact of Climate Change on Soils - webinar

    Jun 10, 2022, 10:00am - 12:00pm

    Join SENR's state soil specialist Brian Slater on this climate focused webinar.  Brian will explore the impact climate change is having on our soils and what we need to do to adjust to those changes.

  7. Webinar - Top 15 Trees for the Landscape

    Apr 22, 2022, 10:00am - 12:00pm

    Trees are the verdant backbone of our forests, landscapes, and neighborhoods. Botanical gardens like Secrest Arboretum exist to conserve and showcase their amazing diversity. Those exhibiting a useful combination of ecological value, ornamental beauty, and cultural sustainability deserve our attention and admiration. This presentation will highlight the top performers at Secrest, from old favorites and unsung gems to newer introductions.

  8. Ohio River Valley Woodland and Wildlife Workshop

    Mar 26, 2022, 8:30am - 2:30pm

    Registration is open for the 2022 Ohio River Valley Woodland and Wildlife Workshop.  The workshop will provide you with forestry and wildlife experts from Indiana, Kentucky and Ohio who will address the questions and concerns that you have with the management of your properties. This year's workshop is hosted by our University of Kentucky colleagues and will take place at Boone County Enrichment Center, 1824 Patrick Dr. Burlington, KY 41005.

  9. 2022 Ohio Woodland Water and Wildlife Conference

    Mar 2, 2022, 8:30am - 3:30pm

    Join us March 2nd at the Mid-Ohio Conference Center in Mansfield, Ohio. This year offers a variety of presentations, including: What’s the Status and Outlook of Beech Leaf Disease - Daniel Volk, Cleveland Metroparks  Ticks and Tick-borne Pathogens in Central Ohio Parks: Implications for Management - Risa Pesapane, OSU, SENR/CVM Best Practices for Efficient and Effective Spraying of Pesticides - Erdal Ozkan, OSU, FABE

  10. Webinar - The Ecology of the Herbaceous Layer in Ohio Forests

    Feb 18, 2022, 10:00am - 12:00pm

    In eastern forests, the herbaceous layer harbors the great majority plant diversity. Join Todd Hutchinson, US Forest Service Research Ecologist for this webinar that will focus on various aspects of the herb-layer vegetation, including the life history and ecology of select species, the response of plant communities to disturbance, and threats such as the impacts of non-native invasive species and deer browsing.

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