Join Us! The Rondout Neversink Stream Program is offering a guided winter tree identification workshop with the CFA’s very own Education Arborist Zane Lawyer leading. Learn how to identify dormant trees by their unique twigs, buds, and bark. Participants will learn how to think about identifying trees in the winter, traits and features to look for, and how to ‘key out’ a twig using an example of a dichotomous key.’ The event will feature a leisurely walk through the forest. Participants should dress warmly in layers and wear sturdy, insulated boots suitable for snow or icy conditions. Bring water, snacks, and any additional winter gear, such as hats, gloves, and traction aids like microspikes, as needed. Registration is required, the registration deadline is January 6th. This event is free and limited to 18 participants. Priority will be given to residents living within the Rondout Reservoir and Neversink Reservoir watersheds. (fb)

On one of our recent radio shows, we featured founder & CEO of Bear Maple, Brian Bethke. He shared how the breathtaking Catskill Mountains inspired the creation of Bear Maple Farms, which produces a delicious sparkling ginseng and maple sap beverage. In a show of support for the local community and love of the Catskills, Bear Maple Farms is contributing to the Catskill Forest Association's fund for our newly purchased headquarters. For the rest of October, they’ll donate $4 from every case sold on Amazon to this cause! Please check out Bear Maple and support CFA by getting a case or two of their delicious beverages for yourself to enjoy! We extend our gratitude to Bear Maple for their generosity. #bearmaple #ginseng #maplesap #sparklingmaplewater #panaxginseng #panaxquinquefolius #maple #catskills #catskillmountains #forestry #stewardship #iloveny (fb)