Ontario Woodlot Association
10 Campus Drive, Unit 4 K0G 1J0 Kemptville, ON, Canada

The second of four lunchtime webinars, part of our Kemptville Winter Woodlot Conference, received rave reviews today. Retired MNR Forest Science Specialist Al Stinson presented on the long term benefits of tree marking for woodlot owners. If you missed it, the recording is now available on our YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOziIGV4PMg #OWA #EOMF #ontariowoodlot #easternontariomodelforest #forest #stewardship #sustainability #conservation #treemarking #silviculture

Thinning operations began today in our Huronia Community Forest Owners Cooperative! Exciting times! #OWA #ontariowoodlot #forest #stewardship #sustainability #conservation #biodiversity #ecosystemhealth

Something of interest to our members in Renfrew County, Lower Ottawa Valley, and Near North chapters...

Great to be part of the Citizen Science Panel of the Invasive Species Centre Forum last week! Our partnership with the Centre has made a positive difference in sharing helpful information about invasive species amongst our members and beyond, across the province. #OWA #ontariowoodlot #forest #stewardship #sustainability #conservation #invasivespecies #invasivespeciescentre

Forests Ontario’s Annual Conference is just a few days away. This year’s theme is: Strength in BioDiversity. Sessions will run virtually from February 9th to 11th. To register: https://forestsontario.ca/en/event/annual-conference. #OWA #ForestsOntario #ontariowoodlot #forest #stewardship #sustainability #conservation #biodiversity

Wonderful to spend some in-person time with OWA Communications Coordinator Erica Dixon today! There are a lot of great things planned for the year ahead! #OWA #ontariowoodlot #forest #stewardship #sustainability #conservation

OWA's Near North Chapter is partnering with the CIF Algonquin Section and the Friends of the Petawawa Research Forest to bring you this virtual event. #forest #stewardship #sustainability #conservation

Black spruce and the Stradivariaus: https://www.npr.org//in-the-italian-alps-stradivaris-trees

Lower Ottawa Valley Chapter members Nancy Young (right) and Kim Ennis (left) know how to spend a great Valentine’s and Family Day Weekend. Clearing the trails in their woodlot! #forest #stewardship #sustainability #conservation #woodlot

Algonquin Logging and History

Great to see this recognition for Peter. He is also a stalwart member of OWA's Renfrew Chapter!

Great to have Shan Shukla working with us this year on our Community Forest Owners Cooperative Pilot Projects in Fleetwood and Huronia/Couchiching. Shan is currently enrolled in the Master of Forest Conservation program at the University of Toronto with a background in the natural sciences, and previous clinical research experience at SickKids and Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. Shan also currently volunteers with the Bruce Trail Conservancy as a Land Steward. He enjoys being outdoors and is excited to learn about the management of landowner woodlots in Ontario. With his research experience and developing forest management knowledge, he hopes to make a positive impact on landowner woodlot management practices with the OWA. #forest #stewardship #conservation #sustainability #universityoftoronto

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Thanks to the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry's Managed Forest Tax Incentive Program, Ontario landowners with well-managed forests can significantly reduce their property taxes. Learn more about the program here: http://ow.ly/4ll150CGOWF

Forest research Learn about Ontario’s forest research programs and how they help to ensure healthy forests for future generations: https://www.ontario.ca/page/forest-research

National Forest Pest Management Forum Organized by Natural Resources Canada in support of the National Forest Pest Strategy, the Forum is the largest and most significant gathering of forest pest management experts, managers and practitioners in Canada. The objectives are to share information on current and future pest conditions, pest control operations, environmental issues and the development of alternatives to chemical insecticides, as well as to discuss new technology and the latest research findings. Registration information at http://www.cif-ifc.org/e/forest-pest-management-forum-2021/

Congratulations to the Niagara Woodlot Association on running their AGM tonight via Zoom, chaired by President Olivia Groff!

That’s a wrap for the 2020 OWA Woodland Conference. Thank you to the planning team for an informative, enjoyable three evenings of woodlot talk, and to our Executive Director, John Pineau for being a welcoming and engaging online host. Thank you also to the presenters who gave their time to plan excellent presentations, create slides, and to present each evening.

Webinar on the Present Status and Update on the Management of Emerald Ash Borer in Canada, December 8th, 2020. Register with the Invasive Species Centre at https://register.gotowebinar.com/regis/6293861154241411596.

Common buckthorn (Rhamnus cathartica) holds onto its leaves and berries later than most shrubs, making it easy to spot in the fall. Moreover, because most of th...e surrounding vegetation has gone dormant by mid-November, you can reduce the impact on native species by managing buckthorn during this time. For information managing buckthorn, download the Best Management Practices Guide here: http://www.invadingspecies.com/4-terrestrial-plant-resourc/ #InvasiveSpecies #Plants #Conservation

Tonight is the final night of the OWA annual Woodland Conference. We have a fascinating agenda! At 6:30 pm Ian Fife of Birds Canada will speak on bird migration, addressing the question where do they go? At 7:00 pm a screening of the documentary film Workhorse will take place. Participants have received a link to the film to watch at home. Art Shannon, OWA VP is one of the featured handlers. A Q and A will follow with the director. To register for tonight, email [email protected].

Another great night of guest speakers at the annual OWA Woodland Conference. One more night to go. Not registered yet? Email [email protected].

One of these trees has a name that means tree of life, can you guess which one? Learn more fun facts about Canadas arboreal emblems. https://fal.cn/3auT3 #NationalTreeDay

Today in Algonquin Park The combination of different tree species and their response to shortening daylight length, below freezing overnight temperatures, and... several frost events has created an amazing red, orange, yellow and green landscape across Algonquin Park. For complete details, trip planning information, what's new for 2020, plus additional images, see http://www.algonquinpark.on.ca//gen/fall-colour-report.php #AlgonquinPark #Ontario #Canada #today #fallcolour #fall #autumn #parks #nature #trees #forests #ontarioparks #happeningnow #algonquinfallcolours

It’s night two of the OWA Annual Woodland Conference. Kudos to Hailey Kim, author of the OWA Economic Study phase 1, on her presentation tonight summarizing her research. Hailey is a recent grad of the U of Toronto Forest Conservation Masters program.

This is a fascinating slide show on rock elm by Justin Peter done for Landmark Trees of Ontario.

Woodlot owners helping woodlot owners! OWA Annual Woodlot Conference. Register at https://www.ontariowoodlot.com//2020-annual-virtual-confer.

Get out and enjoy the Fall colours all across Ontario.

The OWA Virtual Conference is live now. To join in Wednesday and Thursday evening, 7-9 pm, register at https://www.ontariowoodlot.com//2020-annual-virtual-confer.

Many thanks to Win Laar for sharing these pics of a massive Black Walnut (Juglans nigra) from a recent excursion to Locust Grove in Queenston in the Niagara Pen...insula. This is thought by some to be the tallest forest-grown Black Walnut in Ontario and is simply huge in girth- quite impressive! See more

A great visit with OWA member Tony Bull and family, and tour of their woodlot this morning.

Today is National Tree Day. Arnprior has some special trees. One of them is the Royal Oak planted as a sapling in 1860 at Arnpriors Galilee Retreat Centre. Gil...lies Grove is home to Ontario's tallest White Pine tree at 154 feet. We have some special trees on the Macnamara Trail as well. One is a pre-settlement Eastern White Cedar on the "island chain"* just past the new Nopiming Loop Trail extension. (currently reachable in winter*). See attached photo. Another of the more than 12 varieties of trees identified on the trail is a beautiful Eastern Hemlock at stop #13 of the Trail. Look it up on the interactive version of our Trail Guide. More on the Eastern Hemlock at https://mfnc.ca/in-the-woods-of-the-nopiming-tsuga-canaden/ See more

Forests Ontario has orchestrated the planting of more than 34 million trees, and all of these trees took an incredible journey. Dive into the secret world of se...ed collectors in our most recent blog post. To learn more, be sure to check out the Forest Gene Conservation Association! http://ow.ly/jyte50C1hca See more

#NationalForestWeek Canadian forests are under increasing threats due to changing climates and less suitable growing conditions, along with the introduction of ...invasive pests (insects and pathogens) and increased outbreaks of native pests. Researchers are working to prepare for a resilient future http://www.cif-ifc.org//CIF-Infographic-Genomics-and-Fores *** #Semainenationaledelarbreetdesforêts Les forêts du Canada sont de plus en plus menacées par suite des changements climatiques et de la détérioration des conditions de croissance, ainsi que par lintroduction de ravageurs exotiques envahissants en plus des épidémies aggravées causées par les ravageurs indigènes http://www.cif-ifc.org//CIF-Infographic-Genomics-and-Fores See more

At the Dave Sexsmith Celebration of Life.

If you have American Beech trees in your woodlot watch out for Beech Bark Disease.The disease is spread to beech trees from a scale insect that looks like white... fluff. The year after the fluff shows up on the bark red blotches appear. 2 or 3 years later the tree will be totally dead and only good for firewood. The beech trees in this part of Ontario are doomed from this disease because it keeps spreading. Even new regeneration will be infected which means the species will disappear. See more

#NationalForestWeek Did you know that healthy forests can provide clean air, clean water, soil conservation, climate change mitigation, wildlife habitat, recreation, mental health benefits, aesthetic enjoyment, support Canadas bioeconomy, and more? The list goes on!

Friday September 25 is #FSCFriday2020. Follow us all week as share how we bring people together to care for our forests. #ForestsForAllTogether #ForestsForAllForever

FSC brings together some of the worlds most respected environmental groups and successful businesses, balancing economic goals with necessary environmental pro...tections. Through collaboration FSC develops mutually beneficial and durable plans to responsibly care for our forests. Check for the Tree, choose FSC #ForestsForAllTogether #FSCFriday2020 See more

We would like to congratulate Tree Canadas former president, Michael Rosen, on being the recipient of the 2020 Canadian Forestry Achievement Award, awarded by the Canadian Institute of Forestry / Institut forestier du Canada. A great honor, indeed! #2020CIF

The year 2020 marks the 100th anniversary of National Forest Week/Semaine nationale de larbre et des forêts! This one-week celebration was originally establish...ed in 1920 as Forest Fire Prevention Week, and was later renamed in 1967 to what it is called today. Check out these archives! #NationalForestWeek *** En 2020, on célèbre le 100e anniversaire de la National Forest Week/Semaine nationale de larbre et des forêts! Lors de sa création en 1920, cette campagne était connue sous le nom de Semaine de prévention des feux de forêts et fut renommée en 1967 Semaine nationale de larbre et des forêts. Consultez ces archives! #Semainenationaledelarbreetdesforets See more

A very nice person, and a dedicated member and former President of the OWA. You will be missed Dave! https://www.wartmanfuneralhomes.com//Sexsmith-Da/4305177/

Learn why tree topping is NEVER an acceptable pruning technique; we offer some education as to why as well as safe alternatives. #NoTreeTopping https://www.treesaregood.org//docs/tre/WhyToppingHurts.pdf

Only 1 more day until National Forest Week/Semaine nationale de larbre et des forêts! Did you know this national campaign is currently coordinated by the ...CIF? We will be posting daily content from September 20-26, 2020 be sure to follow along! More info on NFW here: http://www.cif-ifc.org/national-forest-week/ See more

Oaks are wonderful. They feed so many, just planted 5 Pin oaks in my little one acre.

Amazing Sawing Lines with Automatic Sawmill Machines - Modern Wood Processing Factory

#2020CIF Speaker Spotlight Kate Lindsay, VP, Sustainability and Environmental Partnerships, Forest Products Association of Canada will be kicking off the 2020... National Conference & 112th Annual General Meeting on September 15th with a Keynote Address, "Building Back Better with Made in Canada Forestry and Forest Products". Interested? Explore our full Conference Program here: http://www.cif-ifc.org/2020-conference-program/ Register for the Conference online today! http://www.cif-ifc.org/2020-conference-agm/

This is the story of a City of Toronto forester.

The September e Letter, News from Around the Woodlot, is out. Find articles with forest news from Ontario and beyond, as well as OWA updates. Read it at https://mailchi.mp/ont-woodlot-assoc/uly6kkc7vp-4413246. If you havent subscribed yet, its a free service from us to you.

https://www.bttoronto.ca//this-red-oak-tree-is-older-than/

Understanding and addressing the risks associated with trees makes your property safer and prolongs the life of the tree. An arborist can help you manage the tr...ees on your property and can provide treatments that may help reduce the risk associated with certain trees. https://www.treesaregood.org/treeowner/treehazards See more

@kwrcontracting taking down a mature tree with their @molson_green supplied Sennebogen 718E tree handler. This particular site had to be accessed through the na...rrow driveway of a residential property and it was crucial the tree came down safely being right beside a special needs school. Expand the video to see full view. See more

Save the Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2020 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM EST for European Gypsy Moth Webinar ............ Presented by Taylor Scarr from Natural Resource...s Canada and Dan Rowlinson from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, this webinar will feature updates on the provincial 2020 survey and data collection techniques used in the field. This webinar will also examine best management options for gypsy moth and the measures landowners, land managers and municipalities can take to help slow the spread and protect our forests from this invasive pest. This webinar is presented to you by the Invasive Species Centres Early Detection and Rapid Response Program and the Eastern Ontario Model Forest.

Professional foresters are always growing their knowledge! What are some good books or resources you can recommend to other professional foresters wishing to expand their reading list?

Are you looking to leave a legacy for future generations, improve soil quality, or create a habitat for wildlife? If you have space for more than 500 trees, the... 50 Million Tree Program could be an option for you! Contact us to learn more today: https://www.forestsontario.ca//pr/50-million-tree-program/ See more

When you donate to Forests Ontario, you support our tree planting and forest education programs, as well as our community engagement and awareness initiatives! Thanks to your support, we can continue our mission of making Ontario's forests greener! http://ow.ly/Trb550B5XLz