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SEPTEMBER 2015 FEATURES
Notes and tips for woodland stewardship in Minnesota's forests
Hydrology of black ash wetlands: Join us online September 15
The hydrology of black ash wetlands is likely to be modified following the infestation of emerald ash borer. Since we know little about how these unique ecosystems function, we are unsure of the potential impacts of EAB on this important Minnesota forest type. Join us online on September 15 as Dr. Rob Slesak with the MN Forest Resources Council shares findings from a large-scale experiment that investigates the potential that EAB can play in altering the hydrology and conditions of black ash wetlands. Click here to register and read more.
New emerald ash borer widget
Our new EAB risk status guide and embeddable image are live! Learn all about emerald ash borer impacts, quarantine procedures, and more, and get the code to embed the risk status image on your website. Click here to learn more.
Research report: The effects of common buckthorn on soil nutrients
You have likely heard about the detrimental effects that buckthorn can have: it outcompetes native plants, degrades wildlife habitat, and threatens our future forests. But what happens in the soil when buckthorn is present? Recent University of Minnesota graduate Sascha Lodge provides a summary of her research that investigated nutrient cycling where buckthorn is present. Click here to read more.
EAB confirmed in Scott County
The emerald ash borer was recently found in Scott County, making it the tenth county to be quarantined for the invasive insect. If you think your ash tree is infested, head to the Do I Have Emerald Ash Borer guide available from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.
Want to pass your woodland or cabin to the next generation? Come to our workshop on October 2
Having a shared family land ethic or vision for your property will help guide your decision around legal tools needed to pass the land on to the next generation. This workshop will help you learn how to begin a conversation about the future of your family woodland or cabin. For more information and to register, click here.
Meet a forest landowner: Carl Wegner  
"In high school, I started thinking that a career in forestry was pretty appealing because I would be surrounded by trees, not people." Carl soon realized that teaching forestry students and growing Christmas trees required an understanding of both. Click here to read about Carl's story and his 50 acres of Christmas trees across Minnesota. 
IN THE NEWS
  • Red pine growth: Giving trees room to grow:m great piece by UMN's Duluth NRRI on how thinning Red Pine can maximize yield: www.nrri.umn.edu 
  • Cottage Grove forester speaks out: Oak wilt is toppling trees in south Washington County. Cottage Grove is fighting back: swcbulletin.com/news
  • Maple leaves: Dark spots on you maple tree? Tar spot may be the culprit: extension.umn.edu
  • Seedlings for sale: Never to soon to think about planting trees for next year: seedlings from MN DNR are on sale now: news.dnr.state.mn.us
UPCOMING EVENTS
  • Forest Health: Practical Management Options for Local Issues
    • Two Harbors, MN (September 10)
    • International Falls, MN (October 6)
    • Grand Rapids, MN (October 7)
  • Tour of Gundersen's Wood Biomass Facility
    • Rochester, MN (September 11)
  • Hydrology of Black Ash Wetlands
    • Online (September 15)
  • Intergenerational Land Transfer Family Workshop
    • Andover, MN (October 2)
  • MFA Fall Family Forestry Field Day
    • Princeton, MN (October 10)
  • How Can Minnesota's Urban Forests Be More Functional?
    • Online (October 20)
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