Free planting workshop Oct. 20

Learn how to properly plant trees, from preparing the ground for planting, to the followup required getting your trees free to grow.

Keep your calendars open for Saturday, Oct. 20 between 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. for the workshop A workshop for people wishing to learn the best way to plant trees.

This half-day workshop, planned and hosted by Halton- Peel Woodlands and Wildlife Stewardship (HPWWS), Town of Caledon, and the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) will be held at the Caledon Community Complex, located at 6215 Old Church Road, Caledon East (beside the OPP station). Hear from foresters who will explain the site requirements of various trees, how to care for the trees before they are planted, and what post-planting attention is needed to keep your trees healthy.

This workshop received funding support from the Oak Ridges Moraine Foundation and will have representatives from the other Western Headwaters Project Area partners in attendance with their project information and displays.

There is no cost to attend but participants are asked to pre-register to ensure attendance. Refreshments will be available to participants.

For more information and to register for this workshop, please contact Greg Bales with the HPWWS, at 905-713- 741, or email him greg.bales@ontario.ca. You can also contact Todd Smith with Town of Caledon at 905-584-2272, ext. 4186, todd.smith@caledon.ca.