Forêtfor LifeLong Learning What is it?

Training modules ForêtFor Lifelong learning For further information, please contact. These follow on from the basic Forêtfor course. They are modules of 2 to 3 days that complement the basic Forêtfor, allowing for a deeper dive into more technical subjects. They combine theoretical lessons with field visits and/or practical exercises.

For whom?

The FFLL modules are aimed at forest owners, regardless of the size of their forest, as well as their children. These are «advanced» level training courses, therefore aimed at an informed audience.

The course is therefore open to people who have completed the basic Forêtfor cycle as well as people with basic experience, both theoretical and practical in forest management.

Module «Natural Regeneration Management»

The use of natural regeneration to renew tree stands offers numerous silvicultural, environmental, and economic advantages. However, the degree of success varies, and the technical approaches required to manage these stands are not always established. The objective of this module Forêtfor Lifelong Learning is to review the different factors to consider for successful qualitative natural regeneration.

Objectives of the Day 1 : Natural regeneration of conifers

Friday 5 May

The aim of the training is to identify the different tasks to be undertaken at the various stages of stand development to encourage and then manage the natural regeneration of coniferous species. To this end, we will visit naturally regenerated plots of different ages. We will be accompanied by Mr. Etienne d’Ansembourg, a forest manager who has been using natural regeneration for many years.

Speakers

• Nicolas Dassonville, trainers at the Royal Forestry Society of Belgium
• Pierre-Olivier Bonhomme, trainers at the Royal Forestry Society of Belgium
• Etienne d’Ansembourgforest manager

Objectives of the Day 2 : Natural regeneration of oak

Wednesday 24 May

Naturally regenerating oak is a challenge for many forest managers. Successful oak regeneration requires careful management of light in the upper canopy, as well as control of competition from weed species and shade-tolerant trees such as hornbeam or beech. Through visiting different plots, we will attempt to convey the keys to successful regeneration.

Speakers

• Nicolas Dassonville, trainers at the Royal Forestry Society of Belgium
• Pierre-Olivier Bonhomme, trainers at the Royal Forestry Society of Belgium
• Gregory Timal, Chimay Agroforestry Development Centre

Two-day programme (PDF format)

Practical information and prices

MEETING PLACE
It will be sent to you in the confirmation letter.

Organisational costs

• SRFB Member (and family): €30 /person /day
• Non-member SRFB: £60 per person per day