Ohio’s Tree Farm of the Year Tour

Help us celebrate our Tree Farm of the Year award and learn more about caring for your woods!

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Sat., Sep. 12, 2026 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Cost Free
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The Working Woods Learning Forest at Holden Arboretum has been awarded the Ohio Tree Farm of the Year award. We are welcome all visitors to join us at the Working Wood Learning Forest for an enjoyable and informative day in the woods celebrating this accomplishment.

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Date & Time
Saturday, September 12, 9am-4pm

Location
9550 Sperry Rd, Kirtland, OH 44094 for parking.
A shuttle will take you a short distance to the woods.

Price
Free, registration required

What you’ll learn and experience

The day is packed with guided walking tours, educational talks, live demonstrations, interactive displays, and dedicated kids’ activities. Come explore key forestry topics, including:

Woodland Management: How to become a certified tree farmer and develop a long-term woodland management plan.
Forest Health: Timber stand improvement, invasive species identification, and protecting forest streams.
Wildlife & Habitat: Edge feathering techniques to create thriving wildlife habitats.
Harvesting & Research: Insights into timber harvests, active forest research, and non-timber forest products.

Connect with Experts

Have questions about your land or financial assistance? Representatives from top conservation and agricultural organizations will be on-site to discuss cost-share programs and healthy forest management. Chat directly with experts from:

Holden Forests & Gardens
Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR)
Ohio Farm Bureau
Ohio State University Extension
USDA … and more!

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