Author: Vic

I love reading, writing about, and researching Jane Austen and the Regency world.

Backyard Buffer Tree Seedlings Still Available – First Come, First Served

Rob Prenger informs us that we still have some seedlings available from Maryland’s Forestry Boards. If you or your friends, acquaintances, or anyone who wants some seedlings, please call Rob Prenger for details at 410.665.5820. The seedlings are (in no particular order) 125 lob/pitch or lob 76 white oak 77 nr oak 25 common ninebark … Continue reading Backyard Buffer Tree Seedlings Still Available – First Come, First Served

The Web of Life: Summary of our March 18th Workshop

It's been four weeks since BCFB held its 2023 annual day-long workshop day. This was our first in-person gathering since 2019. After four long years we attracted .a sterling lineup whose presentations felt like a celebration as well as the delivery of educational content.  At the start of the day, Chairman Glenn Ferenschak took these … Continue reading The Web of Life: Summary of our March 18th Workshop

Pollinator Cartoon

This cartoon was published in The New Yorker by a cartoonist whose subtle humor also pointed out important issues. Mr Edward Koren died in mid-April. This image is a salute to his talents. NYTimes Obituary.

Guidelines for Measuring Big Trees

  American Forests Champion Trees: Measuring Guidelines Handbook, a PDF document  published by American Forests, offers detailed information about our nation’s most majestic trees. The link to this publication, which offers detailed information on how to measure our national treasures will be placed on our Big Trees page.    

Annual Baltimore County Forestry Board Workshop, The Web of Life, March 18th: Sign up soon – only 25 slots left!

Our Baltimore County Forestry Board (BCFB) is excited to bring back the annual March Environmental Workshops, which were canceled in 2020. We are restarting this exciting workshop day on Saturday, March 18, 2023 from 9 AM to 3 PM, with food provided. Location: Oregon Ridge Lodge in Oregon Ridge Park and near Oregon Ridge Nature … Continue reading Annual Baltimore County Forestry Board Workshop, The Web of Life, March 18th: Sign up soon – only 25 slots left!