New Landowners Course
- Type
- Course
- Date of Publication
- July 7, 2021
- Price
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Overview
Course Information
There are many factors to consider when deciding what to do with your property as a new landowner. This course introduces new landowners to the potential uses of their new property and basic land management strategies to accomplish their goals. You will also learn about resources and services agency professionals provide and how to locate local staff members for assistance.
Who is this for?
- New Landowner
What will you learn?
- How to manage your land for wildlife
- How to manage your land for livestock
- How to manage your land for forages
- How to manage your land for sustainability
Course Outline
Module 1: Managing for Wildlife
Learn about the characteristics of white-tailed deer, quail, and largemouth bass and the habitat requirements for each species.
Module 2: Managing for Livestock
Learn how to raise livestock herds according to your desired operational goals.
Module 3: Managing for Forages
Learn about the different types of grasses and forages and how to maintain them. You will also learn how to identify harmful insect pests and invasive weeds and how to manage them.
Module 4: Managing for Sustainability
Discover habitat management, watershed stewardship, and wild pig management. Learn how to protect your water bodies and practice responsible watershed stewardship.
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