This August multiple partnering agencies, land management professionals, and landowners will come together for the first ever Panhandle Landowner Assistance Expo. This will be an all-day event at the Walton County Fairgrounds in Defuniak Springs, FL. The event itself will be 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday August 23rd. This will be the first of what all involved are very hopeful will be an annual event going forward. The goal is to build connections and provide information to help landowners meet their goals and build their land management network. The entire fairgrounds facility will feature a variety of informational and professional service provider booths, equipment show on the grounds, a series of presentations on land management topics, and presentations and tables on cost share programs from various agencies and non-profit organizations.
If you are a landowner or involved in land management and use in any way this event should be on your calendar and something to attend. Whether you own land for timber investment, agricultural or other rural use, homestead and lifestyle, or are involved in outdoor recreation through hunting clubs or similar activities; you will find great information and connections at the Expo! Currently the event team is conducting the panning and scheduling. Opportunities for sponsorships and other involvement exist beyond just attending. Through the generous involvement of the Walton County Fair Association and other organizations this event is being offered at no cost to attendees. Food Trucks will be on site as well to provide those attending with food and beverages as well (cost to attendees is based on vendor pricing).
The included Save the Date! Announcement and Event Flyer contain more details and the Eventbrite Registration. Registration is open and event capacity is limited so register early to ensure that you can attend. More details will be available as the presentation schedule and other details are available. If you are interested in being a sponsor or attending as a vendor please reach out to the event planners. The event chair is Ed O’Daniels, Private Lands Assistance Biologist with Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, and he can be reached at Edward.ODaniels@MyFWC.com . Mark your calendars, you want won’t to miss this event!
REGISTRATION– Ian Stone, Panhandle Extension Forester
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