Experiencing the Past and the Future

• Virginia’s LEAF Program aims to provide educational experiences for Virginians by combining outdoor forestry and natural resources learning with heritage tourism. read more

• LEAF receives support from diverse groups with an interest in improving forestry and natural resources management education in Virginia. read more

• LEAF classrooms are located across the state on partner property. Each captures unique aspects of forestry and natural resources management, offers indoor and outdoor training, and provides an opportunity for Virginians to learn while also enjoying the state’s history. read more

Recent News and Events

March 25 - Shelterwood Harvest at the SVAREC. see slideshow
and video

April 16 - Prescribed burn at the Powell River Project. see photos

May 16 - Field technicians trained at Virginia Tech. see photos

June 5 - Virginia Division of the Society of American Foresters Field-trip. Montpelier Landmark and Demonstration Forests Program brochure.

June 12-13 - Portable Sawmilling Workshop. Shenandoah Valley Ag. Research and Extension Center, Steeles Tavern, VA. This workshop will cover techniques for using a portable sawmilling, as well as topics related to forest management, marketing, and drying lumber. 

August 21 - In-woods Chainsaw Safety Class. Shenandoah Valley Ag. Research and Extension Center, Steeles Tavern, VA. Instructor will demonstrate safe handling, PPE, and directional tree felling.  Notches, hinges, and wedging, etc will also be demonstrated. 

September 4 - Hardwood Silviculture for Foresters. Shenandoah Valley Ag. Research and Extension Center, Steeles Tavern, VA. Foresters will learn about advanced silviculture and prescribing treatments based on site and individual tree species.