Learn hands-on strategies for managing healthy forests in Western Washington. Many forest owners across Western Washington are interested in taking a hands-on approach to improving the health, resilience and productivity of their forests, but may lack the information, skills and resources to do so. At this workshop, local and regional experts will introduce forest owners to simple, do-it-yourself strategies for thinning their forests, mitigating slash and creating value-added products. Participants will develop a deeper understanding of the ecological risks facing their forests due to wildfire, drought, disease, and insect infestation. Participants will learn how to evaluate forest conditions, select trees