Forests clean the air we breathe, filter the water we drink, and provide habitat for native species. They are an important resource to both our ecosystems and our wellbeing that rely on our active stewardship.
Join us as we explore Clearpool Model Forest to learn how to spot the signs of a healthy woodland habitat. On this approximately 1.5 mile guided walk, Watershed Agricultural Council staff will share resources, techniques, and tools you can use to assess and address the health of your woods. Topics will include forest regeneration, invasive species, native plant diversity, and more!
About the Speakers
Jessica Alba | Watershed Forest Stewardship Educator
Jessica is the Watershed Forest Stewardship Educator at the Watershed Agricultural Council, a not-for-profit organization that works to keep the New York City water supply clean by helping farmers and forest landowners in the NYC Watershed reduce pollution on their land. Jessica works with forest landowners to help them understand, enjoy, and steward their woods through a variety of on the ground projects like invasive species removal and native tree plantings. She also helps run educational programming with students from New York City and the NYC Watersheds to teach them about how forests protect water resources for drinking and recreation.
Tyler Van Fleet | East of Hudson Forestry Program Coordinator
Tyler Van Fleet is the East of Hudson Forestry Program Coordinator with the Watershed Agricultural Council, a not-for-profit organization that works to keep the New York City water supply clean by helping farmers and forest landowners in the NYC Watershed reduce pollution on their land. Tyler supports forest landowner stewardship education efforts, including MyWoodlot.com, and runs a suite of educational programs for teachers and students that explore the connections between land, water, and people with a special focus on the role of healthy forests in protecting drinking water quality.
