COLLEGE CORNER, OH - A habitat workshop series is being offered to landowners wishing to improve wildlife habitat on their property. The workshop series is sponsored by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife, Division of Forestry, Pheasants/Quail Forever, Natural Resources Conservation Service, The Ohio State University Extension, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, National Wild Turkey Federation and Ohio Soil and Water Conservation Districts.

The Wildlife Habitat Workshop-Woodlands Part 2 is the latest in the series and will take place on Saturday, September 13, 2014 from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm in Preble County. The workshop will be held at Al Bruns' farm which is located at 9693 St. Rte. 177 (Hamilton-Richmond Rd.), College Corner, OH 45003. Participants will get to experience hands-on education in the field with wildlife biologists, foresters, and other professionals.

The purpose of the workshop series is to offer landowners and wildlife enthusiasts a well-rounded approach to managing their property to establish and maintain wildlife habitat. This woodland workshop will focus on forest ecology and habitat management and will include topics on trees, shrubs, invasive tree/shrub control, Bobwhite quail habitat mgt., tree & shrub planting, and more. Participants will get to learn from demonstrations and instruction from presenters.

Landowners that attend this workshop and are in the Ohio Forest Tax Law (OFTL) program will receive 5 hours of landowner education credits.

This event is $10 per person and includes light breakfast refreshments, lunch, and a folder full of reference materials to take home.

All participants must pre-register with the Preble Soil &Water Conservation District at (937) 456-5159. The registration deadline for this workshop is Sept. 5th.

For Further Information Contact:
Samantha, Preble SWCD