Women Owning Woodlands Workshop coming to the University of Arkansas at Monticello
Organized by the Arkansas Forestry Association in partnership with the UAM College of Forestry, Agriculture and Natural Resources, this event provides valuable resources and practical guidance for female landowners.
By Traci Rushing
U of A System Division of Agriculture – UAM College of Forestry, Agriculture and Natural
Resources
Jan. 27, 2025
Fast Fact:
- UAM set to host Women Owning Woodlands workshop on Feb. 7
- Women Owning Woodlands provides workshops to educate female landowners about the forestry industry and land management
- Register online, cost is $15
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MONTICELLO, Ark. — The Women Owning Woodlands, an empowering group for women interested in woodland management and care, will be hosting their workshop on Friday, Feb. 7, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the University of Arkansas at Monticello.
Organized by the Arkansas Forestry Association in partnership with the UAM College of Forestry, Agriculture and Natural Resources, this event provides valuable resources and practical guidance for female landowners. Attendees will gain expert insights from UAM faculty and staff on strategies for effectively managing forest and wildlife resources and have the chance to network with fellow landowners.
UAM natural resource faculty will cover critical topics including forest health, wildlife management practices, long-term planning for forest markets and estate planning. Additionally, representatives from the Arkansas Forest Health Center, Arkansas Center for Forest Business and Lion Legal will share information about services and resources available to landowners for forest management.
The workshop will also include a special demonstration by student leaders from the UAM Forestry Club, showcasing their involvement with timbersports events by providing an axe and knife throwing demonstration.
“Women Owning Woodlands is dedicated to equipping women with the knowledge and tools needed to confidently manage their woodlands, regardless of their prior experience. Our workshops aim to offer tailored educational materials and fosters connections among women woodland owners,” said Anna Sparks, AFA director of business and lead organizer for Women Owning Woodland events.
“Women Owning Woodlands serves a vital educational need. Women often take on ownership of family forests, and with that comes the need to navigate the legal and tax issues that arise. To maximize the value of their forestland they also need foundational knowledge in ecologically and economically sound forest management practices and where to find professionals to help them with that management. This workshop provides information in all these areas as part of the programming done by Women Owning Woodlands, and it’s our pleasure to help host it,” said Michael Blazier, dean of the UAM College of Forestry, Agriculture and Natural Resources.
Registration for the workshop is $15 and includes lunch. To register, contact Anna Sparks at 501-374-2441 or register online at https://tinyurl.com/WOWUAM.
About Women Owning Woodlands
The Women Owning Woodlands program supports women in managing and caring for their
woodlands through workshops, educational resources, and peer connections. By empowering
women landowners, the program contributes to the sustainable management of forested
lands for future generations.
About the College of Forestry, Agriculture and Natural Resources and the Arkansas Forest Resources Center
The College of Forestry, Agriculture and Natural Resources, and the Arkansas Forest Resources Center, a University of Arkansas System Center of Excellence, brings together interdisciplinary expertise through a partnership between the University of Arkansas at Monticello and the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. The College and Center are headquartered at the University of Arkansas at Monticello campus, but their programs range statewide with the mission of developing and delivering teaching, research, and extension programs that enhance and ensure the sustainability and productivity of forest-based natural resources and agricultural systems. Academic programs are delivered by the College of Forestry, Agriculture, and Natural Resources through the University of Arkansas at Monticello. Through the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, research is administered by the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station, and extension and outreach activities are coordinated by the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service.
The University of Arkansas at Monticello and the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offer all of their programs to all eligible persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers.
About the Arkansas Forestry Association
Organized in 1947, AFA is the only private, nonprofit organization representing the entire forestry community in Arkansas. AFA has over 1,200 members who join in AFA’s mission of advocating for the sustainable use and sound stewardship of Arkansas’s forests and related resources to benefit members of the state’s forestry community and all Arkansans today and in the future.
About the Division of Agriculture
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture’s mission is to strengthen agriculture, communities, and families by connecting trusted research to the adoption of best practices. Through the Agricultural Experiment Station and the Cooperative Extension Service, the Division of Agriculture conducts research and extension work within the nation’s historic land grant education system.
The Division of Agriculture is one of 20 entities within the University of Arkansas System. It has offices in all 75 counties in Arkansas and faculty on three campuses.
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers all its Extension and Research programs to all eligible persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Media Contact: Traci Rushing • trushing@uada.edu • 870-460-1852