Enjoy a no-host bar that will feature local Humboldt County beer and wine. Bill Baxter, California Dept. Eight optional field trips are offered in conjunction with the conference. Six local field trips will be hosted by representatives from industrial timber companies, local non-industrial forest landowners, Redwood National and State Parks, Humboldt State University, and the City of Arcata. Two additional field trips will be offered south of Humboldt County and will be hosted by the California Dept. of Forestry and Fire Protection, and Cal Poly State University.
Space is limited and available on a first come first serve basis.
Simpson Timber Company Tour - Features second growth redwood management with a particular focus on integrating management of sensitive species. The field trip will emphasize elements of the Habitat Conservation Plan for the Northern Spotted Owl and highlight plans for multiple species management. The tour will also focus on fishery restoration projects. The fisheries program has been recognized both locally and nationally. The current Forest Practice Rules related to forest management on private lands will be discussed on a variety of forest sites.