USDA is conducting a webinar series with the Renewable Resources Extension Act (RREA) to help extension educators develop programs with reaching audiences we have otherwise struggled to reach. This series will cover topics like, reaching new member to extension activities, designing programs to attract those audiences, and understanding how to reach those who are different from you, as an extension educator. This webinar will be Oct 22^nd at 1 PM ET. To register or learn more about this webinar, click here.

USDA Forest Service, Trees, Water and People, Western Forestry and Conservation Association, and Intertribal Nursery Council are hosting a free webinar. “The (R)Evolution of Indigenous Food Systems in North America” focuses on the revitalization of Native American food. Chef Sean Sherman has researched food systems and indigenous cuisine to lead a movement in redefining what North American food looks like. The series started Sept. 30^th and will continue to October 28^th. For more information, to watch previous webinars, or to register for future webinars, click here.

Learn more about appropriate objectives for land management in this virtual event for women, (though all genders are encouraged to attend). This meeting will be discussion based so that panelists can answer any questions asked. Additionally, they are offering courses before this session, in order to allow participants to get a better understanding of land management and prepare them for questions they can pose during the Lunch and Learn. This webinar will be held Oct 6^th 1-2:30 ET. To register, click here. 

Resources for the Future is publishing a webinar describing the changes made to carbon pricing in 2019, and how decisionmakers have reacted to the pricing proposals. The same speakers from 2019 that forecasted the changes will reflect on what has changed, the outcomes of those changes, and what the future will look like. This webinar will be Oct 20^th, at 12 PM ET. To register for this webinar, click here. 

The University of Minnesota’s Forests Education Cooperative is holding a webinar for practical applications of an indigenous model in sustainability. Integrating social values with forest management is challenging, however, a model based on the Menominee Tribe’s experiences managing the oldest sustainable forest in the US, will be used as the basis to educate foresters on techniques to use. There is also a publication and podcast providing more details about these sustainable practices to better prepare attendants for this webinar. The webinar will be Oct 20^th from 12-1 PM CT. There is a $20 fee per webinar, or $50 for the 2020 series. You can also watch for free, without registering, through a local broadcasting site (in Minnesota). To learn more or register, click here.

This free 2-day webinar event is hosted by Association for Fire Ecology and Pau Costa Foundation. Both days will have a panel of international fire scientists and managers that will give short presentations with time for Q & A. COVID-19 and the new restrictions around fire management will be the focal point for this event. The webinars will be based in Florence, Italy so it is important to take the time zones into account when planning for this event. To learn more about the event and panelists, or to register, click here.

West Virginia Department of Natural Resources is advertising for a position to perform professional forestry and biological work at the expert level. Position serves as the agency's Staff Forester and administers the agency's Forest Management program and works in consultation with district game management staff and other DNR forestry staff on issues relating to forest/wildlife management projects on state's wildlife management areas. Work requires interpretation of scientific theory and principles, investigative methodology and operational procedures associated with forest and/or wildlife management practices. Coordinates with district wildlife personnel in preparation of timber/wildlife management plans, provides training, assistance and expertise in the design, development and monitoring of timber sales and oil and gas exploration activities on State wildlife management areas. Conducts timber appraisals on public lands as needed, serves in a leadership role in our prescribed fire program. Find out more here. 

Applications are being accepted for the position of State Forester at the Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC).  The GFC is seeking a visionary Director who personifies the mission: to provide leadership, service, and education in the protection and conservation of Georgia’s natural resources. The Director of the Georgia Forestry Commission holds a myriad of critical responsibilities that directly impact millions of people. For more information, click here. Application deadline is October 30^th. 

 

The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES) invites applications for a nationally recognized leader to serve as the Director of ACES at Auburn University. ACES is the primary outreach and engagement organization for two land grant universities, Alabama A&M University and Auburn University. The strengths of two universities come together in one public agency under the joint leadership of the Director at Auburn University and the 1890 Administrator at Alabama A&M University. The Director reports jointly to the Presidents at Alabama A&M University and Auburn University and will be responsible for providing innovative, joint leadership to more than 700 faculty and staff located on two university campuses and in 67 counties across the state. The Director will oversee an annual budget of approximately $65 million. This environment is rich with possibilities for further innovative leadership. For more information, or to apply, click here.