Forest Landowner Workshops--Combining Traditional Forestry Field Days and Short Courses

Forest landowner short courses have long been the main programming method for the forestry Extension program at Mississippi State University. While short courses provided training in concentrated areas, participant evaluations indicated the need for more specialized training in specific areas. To address these training needs, forest landowner workshops were created. Workshops combine the classroom training found in short courses with the more hands-on activities associated with field days. This article explains what the workshops are and how they can be used in other programs around the country.