Categories: Nature

Winston County Natural Resources Council: February Council Minutes

The Winston County Natural Resources Council met on February 19, 2026. Present were members John Creed, Matt Hannah, Andy Scott, Mike Henshaw, Chris Horne, and Ron Scalf.

The following items were discussed:

Hurricane Creek Archery Range -Ron and Andy
Smith Lake Fishing Report – John
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Grant Proposal – Mike and Andy
Treasurer’s Report Problems and IRS Form 990, Matt and John
New Bank Login is inaccessible to John
Matt gave a report on the Addison Fruit Tree Pruning Class with over 30 people present
Andy and Chris gave a report on the prescribed burning acreage on the District.
Andy gave an update on a timber sale on Hog House and another area.
Corinth and Clear Creek Recreation Areas will be open on March 13 – Andy
Andy gave an update on the mailing list: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r08/alabama/projects
Chris asked about new state laws concerning prescribed fire, no one had new information
A question was asked about the Grayson Tour, but no information was available.
Matt commented positively on Rock Creek Stone.
John motioned that the meeting be adjourned, Matt seconded, all agreed.