Webinar: Wild Turkeys in Ontario Woodlands: History, Ecology and Management

Now in its 39^th year, the Model Forest Winter Woodlot Conference (formerly the Kemptville Winter Woodlot Conference) is a long-running educational event of the Model Forest, originally organized by OMAFRA and the MNR.

The conference was taken over by the Model Forest in 1996 and later by the Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry Chapter of the OWA, with invaluable support from local Stewardship Councils, Conservation Authorities and loyal sponsors over the years. The conference has evolved into an online webinar series on topics related to forestry, woodlot stewardship and wildlife.

Register to receive the Zoom link for each presentation you wish to attend. Links will be distributed in a reminder email 1-2 days prior to the presentation. Presentations may be subject to change.

Wild Turkeys in Ontario Woodlands: History, Ecology and Management

Matthew will speak about the history of wild turkeys in Ontario, including their reintroduction, and where we stand today. The presentation will cover basic wild turkey biology and ecology, and how landowners can make their woodlots more  turkey friendly.

Speaker: Matthew Robbins

Matthew is a Fish and Wildlife Biologist whose passion for conservation and science education drives his work with the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters. He is a former fishing guide, a life-long hunter and angler, and a freelance writer. 

About the Model Forest

The Model Forest is a not-for-profit, charitable organization working with government, landowners, industry, First Nations, non-government organizations and others to develop new ways to sustain and manage our forest resources. The Model Forest provides a unique forum where forest owners, managers, and users can forge partnerships, share their knowledge, and combine their expertise and resources.