Conservation Training
Forest Management for Neotropical Migratory Birds
May 8, 2024
8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Location: Stevens Point, WI
In this workshop, they will focus on the biology, habitat requirements, and tools to implement forest management that enhances the habitat for neotropical migrant birds. By focusing on a handful of important species, they'll walk through their identification, habitat needs, and ideal silvicultural prescriptions. Through a combination of presentations, case studies, and field tours, they will cover:
Basic biology of neotropical birds,
Forest habitat considerations,
Early and mid-successional forest habitat management, and
Adapting silvicultural prescriptions to benefit specific bird species