A hands-on Penn State Extension workshop will focus on best practices for maintaining, replacing and repairing plantings near a stream. Titled “Maintaining Streamside Tree Plantings: Field Day,” the workshop will take place in both Pennsylvania Furnace and Manheim in April.
In Pennsylvania Furnace, the event will occur from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, April 14, at Penn State Deibler Tract, 3030 W. Pine Grove Rd.
The Manheim event is scheduled for 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, April 17, at Penn State’s Southeast Agricultural Research and Extension Center, 1446 Auction Rd.
This workshop is designed for landowners with or interested in a streamside tree planting project on their property; those interested in streambank repair using tree plantings; and anyone who is maintaining a streamside tree planting. Participants who are certified pesticide applicators can earn core and category recertification credits.
Maintenance is a critical part of any successful tree planting project, organizers noted. Participants will learn from experts in the field while also getting a chance to see firsthand many of the activities involved in a planting.
The workshop will cover:
• Controlling weeds and other pests, such as deer and rodents, using a variety of mechanical, chemical and cultural practices.
• Protecting and maintaining trees and shrubs using shelters and other tools.
• Identifying and replanting trees and shrubs that have not survived.
• Repairing plantings following damage and disturbance events.
Pesticide recertification credits are pending approval. Attendees could earn one core credit and two credits in each of the following categories: PC, 05, 06, 10, 18 and 23.
Participants must register by 11:59 p.m. April 13 for the Pennsylvania Furnace event and by 11:59 p.m. April 16 for the Manheim workshop. There is a $15 registration fee
Source: lewistownsentinel.com
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