One purpose is to show that the economic well-being of our state can be improved if our natural resources are properly managed. The latest information in conservation is presented at the workshop, and classrooms range from indoors to the forest. Participants learn by demonstration and practical exercises, how current conservation practices can be integrated into classroom work and student projects. Workshop participants will also be certified to use teaching materials of the nationally acclaimed, award-winning environmental education curriculum called Project Learning Tree. In addition to the scheduled activities, participants enjoy networking with other educators.
Free time is spent exchanging ideas, or just having fun.
The workshop is sponsored by the Mississippi Forestry Association, an organization representing 3,000 timberland owners, forest products manufacturers, professional foresters, and others. MFA member organizations, industries, and businesses make special donations of meals, tours, and door prizes. MFA hopes that participants will use the information acquired to better educate young Mississippians about conservation of our state's natural resources. A fourteen minute video tape is available from MFA on a loan-out basis. Call or write MFA for a copy.