GREENVILLE, Pa.—Thiel College is hosting a workshop led by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to help residents learn about and care for the land around them on Saturday, January 21 in the Lutheran Heritage Room of the Howard Miller Student Center.
The “Caring for the Woods” workshop is from 8 a.m. to noon and will feature speakers from both the state department of conservation and natural resources and regional environmentally-focused companies. designed so that woodland owners, homeowners, and anyone interested in their local environment can learn about the land around them and how to care for it.
The Keynote Speaker for the event is Fred Zelt. He is the founder of Earth Science Excursions, LLC, a Pittsburgh-based company that creates and leads geology-themed hikes and bike rides.
Workshop schedule
8:30 a.m. Welcome and introductions
8:45 a.m. Keynote Speaker - "Special Geologic Features of Mercer and Crawford Counties" Fred Zelt, Earth Science Excursions, LLC
10 a.m. Breakout Session 1: "How to Conduct a Timber Harvest" Mark Lewis, DCNR Bureau of Forestry, or "Tips for Planting a Successful Yard Tree" Jessica Pierce, DCNR Bureau of Forestry
11 a.m. Breakout Session 2: "Proactive Steps to Increase the Health and Resilience of your Woodlot" Dave Cole, DCNR Bureau of Forestry, or "Planting for Pollinators and Beneficial Insects" Mark Fiely, Ersnt Conservation Seeds
11:45 a.m. Closing
Registration for the event is free but required.
To register or for more information, contact the Clear Creek Forest District Office at 814-226-1901 or fd08@pa.gov.
About Thiel College
Thiel College is an independent college founded in the Lutheran tradition. Located in Greenville, Pa., the College offers 60 majors and minors, 24 varsity sports, and an 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The College is also home to a new Master of Science in speech-language pathology and 2Master of Business Administration. Both master’s degree programs offer innovative and accelerated five-year paths which allow students to earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree in five years. The speech-language pathology program also has an accelerated 15-month graduate-level program. The M.B.A. program also has a 12-month post-graduate program.A dedicated faculty paired with dynamic research and internship opportunities produce numerous graduate school and job placements. Coeducational from its beginnings, the College remains committed to combining tradition with innovation as it celebrates 150 years.