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Minnesota’s Forests: Ecology, History and People C1
This introductory course gives an overview of general forest ecology and how forests grow and develop. We will also discuss how forests change through time due to disturbances including wind, fire, forest management, insects and disease. An opportunity for lively discussion and an exchange of ideas.
January 16, 6-9:00 p.m.
Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $20
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org
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How Trees Grow & Top Ten Insect & Disease Problems of the Northern Boreal Forest C2
Course Description coming soon.
January 17, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $20
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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Winter Tree and Shrub Identification C8n
In order to care for your woodland in the best way possible, plant identification skills are key. We will focus on learning to use a few tools to identify trees and shrubs, from the common to the rare. Interactions and dependencies between common northern Minnesota species will also be discussed.
January 17, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $30 (includes MN tree ID book)
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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Financial Aspects of Woodland Ownership C10
Woodland ownership comes with many financial considerations. We will discuss an overview of conservation easements, estate planning and taxes involved with ownership and timber sales.
February 20, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $20
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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How to use a GPS Receiver elective
Have you ever tried to return to a favorite deer stand or fishing hole, only to be unable to find it? GPS can help you navigate with confidence. At the end of class you will be able to use a GPS to calculate area, navigate to a waypoint and more. GPS units are provided for use during class.
February 21, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cloquet: Cloquet Forestry Center
Cost: $40
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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Using Landview for Loggers, Foresters, & Landowners elective
Course description coming soon
February 21, 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Cloquet: Cloquet Forestry Center
Cost: $20
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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How & What to Plant in your Forest C3
Course description coming soon
March 27, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $20
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org
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How to Mark a Stand for Harvest C4
Course description coming soon
March 28, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $20
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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Forest Management Field Tour - Grouse Management Area C5 & Tapping into Maple Resources C7
Course description coming soon
March 28, 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $20
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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The Nuts & Bolts of Timber Sales C6
Course description coming soon
April 17, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $20
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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Measuring and Reading Your Forest C9
Many forest landowners don’t have a very good idea of what they own. Do you want to learn how to estimate how much wood is in a tree? Or how much wood is in your woodlot? This course will introduce you to the basics of forest measurement. It will help you better understand what a bid from a logger or a volume estimate from a forester means.
April 18, 9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.
Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $20
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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Controlling Runoff & Erosion around Your Property elective
Course description coming soon
May 14, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $20
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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Chainsaw Safety elective
Learn about chainsaw selection, safety and maintenance, protective eyewear, operation and basic forestry practices. Outdoor demonstrations will include modern felling, limbing, and bucking techniques. If you have your own chainsaw, bring it along to get a feel for maintenance. Steve Hagen from STIHL will be presenting.
Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $40
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org
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Logging Demonstration elective
Watch forest management in motion with a state of the art cut-to-length timber harvester. Witness first hand the technology developed to accurately measure products harvested from the forest. See how harvesting impacts can be minimized using this sophisticated system.
Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $20
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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Maintaining a Healthy Forest: Insects and Disease C2
We will discuss what pests and diseases are of special concern to local landowners, how they affect tree growth and health. We will also discuss and provide examples of appropriate management strategies to reduce damage to your forest, such as stand thinning and pruning.
Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $20
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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Cultural History of the North Shore elective
The Boulder Lake area is rich in cultural resources. Join local archaeologists Sue & Steve Mulholland for an evening of exploring the past occupants of northern Minnesota including artifacts and activities. Learn to look with an archaeologist’s eye and you may discover artifacts during your own adventures!
Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $20
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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The Perfect Trees for Your Property C3, C4, C6
Do you have an interest in making a profit from your property by harvesting your timber? Are you interested in planting trees now with the intention of harvesting in the future? Learn about different species of trees and decide which are best suited for your forest. We will also discuss the basics of timber sales from the perspectives of loggers, foresters and landowners.
Program Agenda - pdf file
Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $35
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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Enhancing Bird Diversity in Your Forest C7
Would you like to see more avian activity on your property? We will discuss the needs of different bird species and management strategies such as habitat improvement and reducing nuisance animals that will enhance the diversity of birds in your neck of the woods. For additional birding fun arrive at 6:30 am to participate in Boulder’s 13th Annual Big Birding Day!
Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $20
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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Spring’s Beauties elective
Time spent in the forest is more enjoyable when you have a connection to the plants around you. Learn to identify some of the spring wildflowers and other plants in the forest by focusing on plant characteristics and using keys.
Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $20
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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Managing White Pine in Your Forest elective
White pine is a popular northern tree. A number of factors need to be considered in order to maximize white pine on your property. Topics will include blister rust, natural regeneration and reducing destructive deer browse.
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Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $20
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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Firewise Workshop elective
Learn how to make your home or community safe from wildfire! We'll identify homes and other structures that are fire-prone and discuss techniques that will help lessen the risks. The techniques will also help you improve the general health of trees and woodlands around your home and community.
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Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $10
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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Ski Trail Design elective
Boulder Lake Management Area is an ideal outdoor classroom to explore ski trail design. We will discuss trail construction techniques, layout and maintenance with special attention to wetland areas and glacial landforms.
Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $20
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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Balsam Fir as a Profitable Forest Product C5
Control understory competition in your pine stands while making a profit. Forest specialty products are a growing industry, including balsam trees and boughs. Learn forest management strategies for the sustainable harvest of balsam for Christmas trees and holiday decorations. Optional: Stay for the Christmas Tree Cut from 12:00 to 4:00 and cut your own Christmas tree or make a swag.
Cost: $15 course fee, includes a Christmas tree or swag
Additional tree or swag: $8 each
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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Property Mapping with Internet Mapping Services elective
Learn how to use several of the Internet mapping services available on the web to map your property including topography, wetlands, cover type and watersheds. Produce a quality map of your property to take home using the service of your choice.
Disclaimer: Quality of the final map is based on the highest quality photos available.
Duluth: UMD Library Computer Lab 116
Cost: $25
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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Local Mill Tour - Lester River Sawmill elective
Come and tour Lester River Sawmill. Learn how locally grow timber is used and which products are produced. This is a valuable opportunity to learn what timber resources the market is demanding, and how private landowners can take advantage of these markets.
Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $10
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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Tapping into Maple Resources C5
Learn how to manage a maple woods and properly select trees for tapping. We will compare a home operation to a commercial sugaring operation. A unique opportunity to interact with Dave Rogotske, a local resident who makes his living off the land as Minnesota’s second largest maple syrup producer and an Alaskan salmon fisherman!
Duluth: Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Cost: $10 per adult, $5 per child
Information and Registration: Contact Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
218-721-3731, boulder@d.umn.edu, www.boulderlake.org |
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