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March 2019
Blindman River Restoration Project Info Session
Landowners are invited to attend a session to learn more about the health and ecology of the Blindman River and…
Find out more »April 2019
Willow Cuttings Workshop
Are you a landowner who wants to have more forest cover around your stream, wetland, or lake? Come learn how…
Find out more »Flagstaff County Bumblebee House Building Workshop
Join us in Flagstaff County and learn about the lives and needs of bumblebees and other pollinators while building a…
Find out more »May 2019
BMPs on Private Forested Lands Workshop
Want to make the most out of your woodlot or forested area? At this workshop private landowners will learn: Best…
Find out more »Bigstone Creek Tree Planting Workshop
Interested in learning how to convert an old pasture into a diverse forest full of wildlife? Join us for a…
Find out more »June 2019
Eco-Buffer Planting Workshop
Eco-Buffers are diverse, high-density, shelterbelts that look and act like a natural forest! Join the Agroforestry and Woodlot Extension Society…
Find out more »Blindman River Community Planting Day
Join us for a day of riparian restoration to improve the health of the Blindman River! Occurring at the Oostenbrink…
Find out more »River Revival Vegreville
On June 8th from 10am - 2pm, join the North Saskatchewan Watershed Alliance (NSWA), the Town of Vegreville, and the Agroforestry Woodlot Extension Society (AWES) for a River Revival in Vegreville!
LEARN how native trees and wildflowers improve the riverbank and provide habitat for birds and pollinators. AWES and the NSWA will talk about “Eco-buffer 101”, and “What’s in Your Watershed?”. PLANT an “eco-buffer” of seedlings at our Vegreville demonstration site. (Demonstration provided. Bring gardening gloves and a spade if you have one. Extra spades will be available). CELEBRATE the enhancement of our local river site through family-friendly and kids' activities and refreshments. (Food available for a small cost)
Find out more »Best Management Practices on Forested Managed Lands ***Cancelled***
Join the Agroforestry and Woodlot Society in conjunction with the Municipal District of Lesser Slave River at the Flatbush Community Complex on Monday June 17th, 2019 for a day of woodlot management benefits and techniques.
At this workshop private landowners will learn:
Best management practices on forested private lands
How forested lands contribute economically and environmentally
Management to maximize ecological and economic value
Maintenance & restoration leads to healthier woodlots
Plus: Outdoor Field Visits in the afternoon
AWES 2019 Annual General Meeting
Join the Agroforestry & Woodlot Extension Society for their 2019 Annual general Meeting being hosted by Big Lakes County at the Joussard Community Hall in Joussard AB. The agenda consists of general business, AWES program updates, Watershed projects, lunch, and a tour with Vanderwell Contractors. Dress for the weather and RSVP in advance.
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