Green Horizons

In our last issue of GH, we asked you to take part in a survey to gauge interest in a Missouri Woodland Owners Association (MWOA). Here is what we have learned so far:

• Response has been rather light; only 110 surveys returned
• 85% of those responding favor a quarterly newsletter
• 93% like the idea of regional field days and/or workshops
• 68% are not interested in an annual conference
• 85% support both basic and advanced training opportunities
• 50/50 split between those interested in cooperative workdays on a neighbor’s property
• 60% want an advocate in Jefferson City
• 78% are interested in member perks such as discounts on purchased products
• 93% favor affiliation with the National Woodland Owners Association
• 46% think an annual fee of $10 is fair while 39% are okay with $20
• 40% are interested in a family rate.

If you have not sent in your response and still wish to do so, by all means send it in! We will be taking any and all input throughout the formative stages of the association. These data will help guide discussion at the 2008 Missouri Woodland Owners’ Conference. So, if you are interested in being a part of MWOA please be sure to attend!