The 2024 Ohio River Valley Woodlands and Wildlife Workshop is set to take place from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 23 at Clifty Inn at Clifty Falls State Park, 1650 Clifty Hollow Road, Madison.

The event will offer educational sessions, such as managing invasive plants, managing woodlands for birds, the use of prescribed fire and more. Attendees will learn best practices directly from extension specialists from Purdue University, Ohio State University and the University of Kentucky.

“The workshop is an excellent opportunity to learn many aspects of managing the wildlife, forest and aquatic resources on your property,” Brian MacGowan, Purdue Extension wildlife specialist, said. “Attendees will also be able to meet other woodland owners and share ideas.”

Sessions will begin at 9 a.m. with concurrent talks on learning about browing Christmas trees, tree identification and deer impact toolbox.

At 10 a.m., attendees will choose from sessions on managing woodland invasive plants, Forest Soils 101 and capturing clear images using simple techniques.

At 11 a.m., attendees can learn about intro to honeybees and beekeeping, White Oak Initiative and forestry for the birds.

After a buffet lunch, which is included in the registration fee, two more educational sessions will be offered.

At 1 p.m., attendees can select from spotted lanternfly, where is it now; prescribed fire and oak management; and the eastern hellbender.

At 2 p.m., sessions include rain gardens, planting our way to water quality; Ohio maple toolbox; and owls of the tristate.

Register for the workshop online at eventbrite.com. Early registration is available through March 4 at the rate of $47 per person. Beginning March 5, the registration rate increases to $65 per person.

Lodging for the event is available at Clifty Inn for a special rate of $107 plus tax per night until Feb. 23. Ask for group code 0323WO.

Contact the inn at 877-563-4371 or book your room online at indianainns.com using the group name 0323WO.

The workshop is hosted by the Purdue Department of Forestry and Natural Resources, Purdue FNR Extension and the Indiana Forestry and Woodland Owners Association. Additional support is provided by the University of Kentucky Extension and Ohio State University Extension.