This presentation will offer a big-picture view of what’s happening in our local forests—the long arc of clearing and regrowth, the rise and fall of agriculture, deer impacts, forest pests and diseases, invasive species, and how all of these forces have shaped forest composition over time. At the end of the talk, you will understand the current challenges facing our forests and simple ways you can get involved in solutions.

Location - Pound Ridge Library, 271 Westchester Ave, Pound Ridge, NY 10576

Date - Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Time - 7pm

Bio: John Zeiger is the manager of the Thain Family Forest at the New York Botanical Garden. He holds a Master's Degree in Conservation Biology from SUNY ESF and a Bachelor’s in Natural Resources from Cornell University. Prior to his current position, he managed 1000 acres of forest and other natural areas for the Westchester Land Trust. His previous work also included wildlife monitoring or habitat restoration in Arizona, California, Wisconsin and Jamaica.

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