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The next MTF II program is scheduled in February and March - 2006.

MTF II tapes are now available. To order the tapes click here

Some states run training sessions using tapes through out the year. For details please contact the state coordinators. Click here to contact your state coordinators.Click Here to view Speaker notes of 2002 session

Who's Invited?

This workshop is designed for people who have completed Master Tree Farmer Level One, or who have experience with forest management activities.

What are the objectives of the program?

Landowners and persons considering land ownership who are interested in managing their land will find this workshop an exceptional opportunity. Anyone with forest cover on part of their property will learn how to practice sustainable forestry and manage the land to meet their objectives. The course introduces you to best management practices for protecting the environment, discusses different prescriptions for management, intensive management practices and wildlife management.

When will it take place?

Workshop sessions will be held each Tuesday. Sessions begin at 7:00 pm and last until 10:00 pm. Instructors and coordinators will be available through a tollfree number and on site until 10:15 pm. 
Your area coordinator will send you a card giving you information on the location for your area. You should receive this card 5 to 7 days before the first meeting. You can contact your area coordinator using the information listed for your location.

Schedule and topics for MTF II are as follows:

  • Session 1 - Managing the Forest Site
  • Session 2 - Silviculture Prescriptions
  • Session 3 - Controlling Unwanted Vegetation
  • Session 4 - Forest Health
  • Session 5 - An Introduction to Best Management Practices
  • Session 6 - Forest Measurements and Forest Products
  • Session 7 - Advanced Wildlife Management Concepts- Managing for Deer, Turkey and Quail

State Coordinators for the MTF II 2002 Program:

Sponsors for the MTF II program:

  • Clemson University
  • Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service
  • Regional Extension Forester - Southern Region
  • USDA Forest Service - Southern Region
  • USDA Risk Management Agency
  • Southern Group of State Foresters
  • American Tree Farm System
  • BASF
  • All others participating at the local and state level.