Tuesday, May 28, 5:30-8:30pm at Belwin Conservancy in Afton ($5 suggested donation)

Register at tinyurl.com/2024woodlands.

Join Belwin Conservancy, Washington Conservation District, Minnesota DNR, and Washington County Master Gardeners for a walk in the woods during this fun, interactive workshop about caring for trees and woodlands. 

The workshop will start with a short introductory presentation inside the Hilltop Classroom. Afterwards, participants will divide into two smaller groups to learn more about tree care and woodland management. 

Topics will include: 

• Basic tree identification

• What's stressing your tree? Pests, diseases, drought, and other challenges

• Managing buckthorn, garlic mustard, and other invasive species

• Supporting birds and wildlife. 

If we're lucky, we hope to find some spring wildflowers while out on the trails as well. 

Meet at the Education Site, Hilltop Classroom: 1553 Stagecoach Trail S., Afton, MN 55001. This workshop will include indoor and outdoor components. Please wear sturdy walking shoes, as well as bug spray and sunscreen, and bring a water bottle. Light refreshments will be provided. 

Instructors: 

• Belwin Conservancy:  Lynette Anderson

• Washington Conservation District: Tara Kelly, Elissa Thompson and Angie Hong

• Minnesota DNR: Madisson Masucci 

• Master Gardener Tree Squad: Marge Sagstetter, Anna Barker, Paul Richtman, and Chris Bremer.  

For more info contact: angie.hong@mnwcd.org.