Learn to Steward Healthy Woodlands
Purdue Extension in Wabash and Whitley Counties is offering a 3-session course in May entitled, “Stewarding Healthy Woodlands, Controlling Invasive Species.” The series is designed for woodland owners and commercial applicators; all are welcome. The series is an offering of Purdue Extension's signature program on invasive species.
Class sessions will take place on May 4, 11, and 18 from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. Locations will alternate between Wabash and Whitley County, to be announced at a later date.
The May 4 session will cover an introduction to invasive species as well as reporting, recording, and tracking invasive species.
The second session on May 11 will cover harmful forest insects and pathogens.
On May 18, the final class will cover the identification and management of invasive forest plants, as well as taking a look at emerging invasive forest plant species.
The modest class fee (to be determined) will cover handouts, extra resources, and light refreshments. Commercial Applicator CCHs may be available.
Should you have further questions, feel free to contact Geoff Schortgen, gschortg@purdue.edu or 260-563-0661 (x1408); or John Woodmansee, jwoodman@purdue.edu or 260-244-7615. Geoff is in Wabash County; John is in Whitley County. Check back at a later date as additional details become available.
An online registration link will also be available soon. Registration must be completed by April 27.
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If you are in need of accommodations to attend this program, please contact John E. Woodmansee prior to the meeting at 260-244-7615 or jwoodman@purdue.edu by April 27, 2026.
For special dietary needs contact John E. Woodmansee at 260-244-7615 or jwoodman@purdue.edu by April 27, 2026.
If you need an interpreter or translator, please contact John E. Woodmansee prior to the meeting at 260-244-7615 or jwoodman@purdue.edu by April 27, 2026.