Due to the increase in demand mainly as a result of Emerald Ash Borer damage, Working Forest Newspaper reports there has developed a "wild west" free market among unregulated arborist services. (click link to read article). Woodlot owners should be informed & aware, so we are passing on this information to BGWA members.
BBQ Event details & Sign-up
All BGWA members are invited to c'mon out Saturday, September 12, 10AM - 2PM, at Allan Park (click for map and park description) for our annual BBQ. This year, as a special member benefit, BGWA has contracted Fungi Unveiled (who did the lively & informative presentation at this year's Woodlot Conference) to provide an educational …
Parasitic wasps released in Ontario to combat EAB
Acccording to an article last week in The Working Forest newspaper, two species of parasitic wasps from China will be released in Ontario in an effort to combat the Emerald Ash Borer. This is part of a larger release by Natural Resources Canada, who stress that it is not a quick fix but a long-term …
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A Loss Within Our Woodlot Community
With regret, we inform members that Ron Stewart, former Bruce Woodlot Association President, and current BGWA Vice-President, lost his brother, Tom Stewart, suddenly on July 30th. The BGWA Board offers its deepest sympathies and has sent a card of condolence on behalf of our membership community. With Ron's permission, we include this notice and link …
Rural Rootz tour photos posted
A synopsis and photos (thanks Cam Bennett) of the fascinating tour at Rural Rootz, July 11, are now available on the Photo Gallery page of the Members' Area. If you are a paid 2015 BGWA member and have forgotten or misplaced your password, use the comment form at the bottom of any BGWA web site …
