Featured Speakers:
Gary Gilmore — Forester / DNCR
Charcoal is an amazing product. This ancient material provided the fuel that allowed the development of modern living. This product also can mitigate many issues that we face looking to the future. Charcoal can be used to purify water, retain nutrients on the land, increase soil health, capture offensive odors from farming operations, power motors and sequester carbon dioxide. Gary will demonstrate how you can make charcoal and provide a more in-depth look its benefits.
David Crowl / Board Member Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area Authority (AOAA)
After 35 years as a contractor, Dave was appointed by the Northumberland County Conservation District to a steering committee looking into developing7,500 acres of abandoned coal lands which would come to be known as the Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area.
Dave also serves on several other Boards including the Northumberland County Ag Land Preservation Board, Northumberland County Conservation District, and the PA Association of Conservation Districts Dave holds an LEED-AP green building certification.
Date: Saturday, October 29, 2016
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Cost: $10 at door for lunch/coffee
Location: Weiser District Forest Office, 16 Weiser Lane, Aristes, PA
Please RSVP by 10/27/2016
gro.fcattap@liam or 814-863-7192
