ANNUAL MEETING 2019 MOVED TO SANDESTIN GOLF AND BEACH RESORT
As far too many of our members know far too well, a hurricane changes everything.
In the case of Hurricane Michael, that includes the site for our 2019 Annual Meeting.
It was originally planned for the Sheraton Bay Point in Panama City Beach, but the resort suffered extensive damage during the storm and is currently under renovation.
We are excited to announce that our event has found a new home:
The Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in beautiful Sandestin, FL!
We hope that you will join us there
August 20-22
for an event-filled three days!
There is one thing the hurricane made stronger than ever: our commitment to our members! We are already working to create an optimal experience for our meeting registrants, sponsor and exhibitors. Please check our website regularly for up-to-the-minute information!
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ASSOCIATION STAFF CHANGES
Association Membership Director Debbie Bryant is retiring after 36 years on the job, effective March 1.
“Debbie has always given her heart and soul to the Association,” said Executive Vice President Alan Shelby. “Her contributions to our continuing success are remarkable. She is leaving behind a long list of accomplishments and an even longer list of friends.”
He noted that while Debbie is leaving big shoes to fill, he is confident that her chosen successor, Whitney Hough, will continue her tradition of excellence.
Additionally, Christina Sabo has joined the Association team to fill Whitney’s previous role managing the office.
“I am excited to have Christina on our team,” said Shelby. “With her skill set and experience, I am sure she will prove to be a valuable asset to the Association.”
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Please join us for Debbie’s retirement party!
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
3:00-6:00 PM (EST)
Island Wing Company
1370 Market Street
Tallahassee, FL
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LIFT OF TRUCK WEIGHTS IN HURRICANE-IMPACTED AREAS EXTENDED
Truck weights for salvage timber, hurricane supplies and storm debris have now been lifted through
April 2, 2019
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MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS
Thanks to the enthusiastic response, membership meetings are now a mainstay on the Association’s calendar. See below for the 2019 dates and locations. Please reserve your spot by contacting Whitney Hough (
Whitney@ForestFla.org
or 850.222.5646).
Thursday, March 21
11:30 AM-1:30 AM (EST) Lunch/meeting
Nutrien
White Springs, FL
Monday, March 25
11:30 AM-1:30 PM (EST) Lunch/meeting
Coastal Plywood Company’s Magnolia Lodge
Quincy, FL
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TEACHERS’ TOUR: SPONSORS NEEDED
The Florida Forestry Teachers’ Tour (FFTT) is an annual event that gives the Florida Forest Service and the forest industry the opportunity to share forestry’s story with educators from around the state. Teachers take back the information and insights they learn in this four-day hands-on experience and incorporate them into their curriculum during the school year. This year’s tour will be held June 18-21, based in Fernandina Beach, FL.
Sponsors are vital to the success of this program! Each $500 sponsorship allows one teacher to participate at no cost to him/herself beyond travel to and from Fernandina Beach. To become a sponsor, contact
Christina Sabo
(
Christina@ForestFla.org
or 850.222.5646) or simply send your check, payable to the
Florida Forestry Foundation, to P.O. Box 1696, Tallahassee, FL 32302.
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FLORIDA FOREST SERVICE CELEBRATES ARBOR DAY
State Forester and Director of the Florida Forest Service James “Jim” Karels celebrated Florida Arbor Day by planting trees on the Florida State University campus in Panama City, confirming a commitment to help reforest communities damaged by Hurricane Michael.
“Hundreds of communities in the Florida Panhandle have suffered devastating loss, resulting in significant damage to their economic and ecological resources,” said Director Karels. “Reforesting these areas will take time, and we are committed to helping ensure the long-term success of the necessary recovery efforts.”
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FLORIDA WILDLIFE FEDERATION GETS NEW PRESIDENT
Congratulations to Preston Robertson, the new President and CEO of the Florida Wildlife Federation (FWF)! Robertson has been with FWF since 2005, working as the Vice-President for Conservation, Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel.
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PRESCRIBED FIRE & WILDLIFE STEWARDSHIP WORKSHOP
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and partners are hosting a “Prescribed Fire & Wildlife Stewardship” workshop for private landowners in northwest Florida.
The workshop, sponsored by the FWC, the Florida Chapter of the Wildlife Society and the University of Florida/IFAS, will be held Feb. 26-28 in Quincy, FL.
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HURRICANE RECOVERY WORKSHOP
Tree Farmers in Jackson and Calhoun Counties have an opportunity to participate in an information-sharing event that will take place at the Blountstown Rivertown Church facility on Tuesday,
February 12,
from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (CST).
A Hurricane Recovery Workshop is designed to assist hurricane-impacted Tree Farmers in the Calhoun/Jackson County areas recover from the devastating blow to their pine plantations that stood in the path of Hurricane Michael.
In addition to the speakers, who will address a variety of recovery topics and techniques, the keynote speaker will be Dr. Salem Saloom, a Certified Tree Farmer from Brewton, Alabama, who survived a similar hurricane. He will share his experiences, reactions, feelings, and action-path-to-recovery that awaits many Tree Farmers today.
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RE-GROWING BIOMASS AFTER MICHAEL
Twin Rivers Land & Timber is hosting a seminar, "Re-Growing Biomass After Michael." The g
uest speaker will be Tom Williams of Harvest Logistics.
February 13, 2019
at 9:00 AM (EST)
Gulf Coast State College (Gulf/Franklin Campus)
3800 Garrison Ave.
Port St. Joe, FL
Building A, Room 108/110
For more information and to RSVP please contact:
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FARM CREDIT OF NW FL OFFERING SCHOLARSHIPS
Farm Credit of Northwest Florida is providing scholarship opportunities to six high school seniors within its chartered territory including 18 counties in the Florida Panhandle.
Preference will be given to students who are pursuing a degree in Agriculture, Forestry, Horticulture or Veterinary Medicine. The recipients are selected based on their academic aptitude, vocational promise, personal attributes and leadership qualities.
Applications are due no later than
February 11, 2019,
by 5:00 PM (CST).
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HUNTING FOR A WAY TO SAVE MONEY?
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Partnering with Outdoor Underwriters, Inc., the Association offers our members special reduced rates for liability insurance for hunting leases and timberland.
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CAREER CENTER:
LAND STEWARD CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
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Association member Trey Byrd captured this photo of his two-year-old son reading up on all the latest forestry news in our
Florida Forests
magazine this morning.
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March 3, 2019
7 AM (EST)
Ride for Miracles ATV Trail Ride
Amsterdam, GA
March 7, 2019
Forestry at the Capitol Events & Board Meeting
Tallahassee, FL
Thursday, March 21
11:30 AM-1:30 AM (EST)
Membership Meeting/Lunch
Nutrien
White Springs, FL
Monday, March 25
11:30 AM-1:30 PM (EST)
Membership Meeting/Lunch
Coastal Plywood Company’s Magnolia Lodge
Quincy, FL
April 30, 2019
10 AM EST
Executive Committee Meeting
Location TBD
June 5-6, 2019
8 AM (EST)
Master Logger 2-Day Training
Lake City, FL
July 18, 2019
8 AM (CST)
Master Logger CLE Training
DeFuniak Springs, FL
August 20-22, 2019
Annual Meeting
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Sandestin, FL
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ASSOCIATION LEADERSHIP
President: Edward Cole
Vice President: Carlton Jones
Secretary/Treasurer: Ann Hutchinson Duff
PLANNED GIVING, BEQUESTS & CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS
Consider making a gift of a lifetime to support the future of Florida's working forests by naming the Florida Forestry Association or Florida Forestry Foundation as a beneficiary in your will, charitable trust, life insurance policy, estate plan or retirement plan. Please contact Alan Shelby at 850.222.5646 for more information.
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