(Wanatah, IN) - Purdue Extension is hosting a forestry field day where local landowners can get valuable information on managing their woodlands.

 

It’s scheduled from 9 am to noon on August 19th at the Pinney Purdue Agricultural Center in Wanatah, which has over 50 acres of woods and forest plantations used for research and demonstration.

 

“Songbird populations have been decreasing and many species depend on specific habitats for nesting and feeding. Managing forests for different habitats can help with the populations of these important birds,” said Purdue Extension Educator Jessica Outcalt.

 

She will be speaking about different Indiana songbirds and their habitat needs, in addition to what actions can be taken to promote these habitats.

 

Other Extension educators and Foresters will discuss ways to increase acorn production and habitat management for other species like deer and turkeys.

 

This program will take place in the woods, so appropriate clothing and footwear is encouraged.

 

You can RSVP for this free program online at https://tinyurl.com/INForestry23 or by email at pwolery@purdue.edu.

 

For more information, please call the Purdue Extension – Starke County office at 574-772-9141.

 

A flyer with more details can be accessed at the Pinney Purdue Ag Center website at www.agriculture.purdue.edu/pac/ppac/.

 

If auxiliary aids and services due to disabilities are required, please contact Starke County at least three days prior to the event.