Cook Forest State Park and the North Central Region Math/Science Education Collaborative will be conducting an 'Old Growth Forest Ecosystems Teacher Workshop' on 8/6-7/09.

This two-day workshop will emphasize identification of old growth forest characteristics when delineating forest types between ancient and younger age stands within Cook Forest State Park, Hearts Content, and Anders Run Natural Areas. Various forest mensuration tools and techniques will be utilized. Advanced tree identification via ancient bark character and shape will be presented as well as field identification of reptiles, birds, and amphibians associated with old growth forests.

Teachers will receive a copy of 'Eastern Old Growth Forests: Prospects for Rediscovery and Recovery' by Mary Byrd Davis and will have the option to receive ACT 48 hours.

The following is a list of general workshop information:

• Title: Old Growth Forest Ecosystems Teacher Workshop
• Dates: August 6-7, 2009
• Time: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
• Starting Location: Cook Forest State Park, Log Cabin Inn Environmental Learning Center
• Group Size: 20-30
• Lunch: bring bag lunch, refreshments provided
• Dress: bring rain gear and hiking boots
• Cost: $100

If you would like to attend, please register by contacting the North Central Region Math/Science Education Collaborative at (814)393-1612 or mathsci@mail.clarion.edu. Please feel free to pass this information on to other interested educators.