Women and Their Woods
September 13-14, 2025
Princeton-Blairstown Center
158 Millbrook Road | Blairstown
Learn about your woods from experts in ecology in a supportive environment. We’ll explore ecology, forest stewardship, preservation, landscaping with native plants & more. Other activities include forest walks, a campfire and mindfulness exercises.
Registration includes workshops, meals, and lodging. Early bird pricing of $185 available through July 13. Sliding-scale registrations are available for women experiencing financial hardship. Space is limited, first come, first served.
Learn about our expert 2025 presenters!
2025 Program
Joan Maloof - Choices in Forest Management
Leslie Sauer - Managing your Forest to Restore Carbon
Rachel Mackow - More Natives Now: How to Increase Species Richness in Forests
Sharon Wander- Making Your Property Pollinator-Friendly
Susi Tilley - Land Preservation 101
Chris Hepburn - Save Your Forest AND Your Money
Elise Cavicchi- Climate Resilience and Habitat Connectivity
Carla Lee Lewis - Plants you Don’t Want (Outside)
Sharon Wander - Meet The Trees (Guided Walk)
Rita Baragona - Nurturing the Tree Within
Rita Baragona and Margie Schiller - Your Woods in Words and Pictures
LOCATION & ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES
Stay at beautiful Princeton Blairstown Center; rustic accommodations are first come, first served
Shop the native plant sale, hosted by Wild Ridge Plants
All meals are provided, dietary restrictions will be accomodated
Commune around the campfire on Saturday night
Optional forest bathing & group breathwork activities will help you feel centered in nature