Trenton woodlot conference

Oct 22, 2014

by Susan Moore

The 25th annual Trenton Woodlot Conference will be held on Friday, Nov. 21, 8am to 4:30pm at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 57 Stella Crescent in Trenton. Registration is required

The morning opens with Larry McTaggart of the Bancroft Area Forest Industry Association, who will explain the brand new Local Wood Initiative. Peter Hynard, Registered Professional Forester, will then describe the four historical forces that have shaped our forest landscapes today. Keynote speaker, Diana Beresford-Kroeger, is a self–described renegade scientist and author of numerous books. She is currently completing a film project, 10 Trees That Can Save the World (dianasjourney.com).

Following a hot roast beef and pork luncheon there will be a bus trip to the HR Frink Outdoor Education Centre and a trek through the woods and the spectacular wetland. The visit will feature tree identification with twigs and bark, benthic and riparian forest health, and updates on the Emerald Ash Borer. This outing will finish with a tour of Mapledale Cheese.

The option of an indoor program includes Ewa Bednarczuk, of Lower Trent Conservation, who will describe the Murray Marsh: Amazon of the Trent River. Dave Smallwood, of Quinte Conservation, will speak on small-scale forest operations and sustainable firewood harvesting. Rob Spence, of the MNR, will give an update on the Managed Forest Tax Incentive Program, a significant tax savings program.

The conference is, Ontario. Admission is $30, which includes lunch and bus transport to the field trip.

The conference is hosted by the Hastings Stewardship Council, and supported by area stewardship and conservation groups. To register by Nov. 7, please visit hastingsstewardship.ca, contact 613-391-9034, or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..