Join us online for our first public gathering! This free, casual lunch hour webinar is the perfect kickoff for Women Owning Woodlands Illinois (WoW IL). Come meet fellow women woodland owners, learn what’s growing with our new chapter, and get inspired.
What to Expect:
Bring your lunch and your questions! This engaging kickoff is a great introduction to WoW IL. You’ll have the opportunity to meet fellow members, hear from our fantastic guest speaker, and find out what’s next for our network.
Dr. Silver is a quantitative social scientist who studies family forest owners and works directly with landowner networks. She’ll lead a hybrid session mixing a short interactive activity with practical content covering:
Why women landowners have unique needs.
Practical land management ideas.
Lessons learned from other peer WoW Networks.
Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CT
Location: Zoom (Link provided upon registration)
Cost: Free!
Women Owning Woodlands Illinois brings together women who own, inherit, steward, or simply care about woodlands. Through educational programs, expert resources, and peer connections, WoW IL empowers women to make informed decisions about their land while fostering a supportive, welcoming community where everyone can learn and grow.
Register Here for the WoW IL Launch
