The Wisconsin Community Tree Map is an accessible database of tree inventories compiled into an interactive and easy to use map based program, to encourage and engage awareness of the composition and benefits of urban trees. Continue reading “Capitalizing on the Wisconsin Community Tree Map”
Urban Forestry News
Urban Forestry Council awards
Each year, city tree champions from throughout Wisconsin are recognized for outstanding community service
The Wisconsin Urban Forestry Council invites citizens to nominate local individuals and organizations to be recognized for their efforts to protect, preserve and increase the number of trees that line city streets, fill community parks and beautify neighborhoods throughout the state.
Wisconsin Urban Forestry Council announces new members
The Wisconsin Urban Forestry Council is pleased to announce the addition of four new members to the group. We are especially pleased to have increased our geographic and professional diversity and look forward to working with them on issues related to Wisconsin’s urban and community forests. Continue reading “Wisconsin Urban Forestry Council announces new members”
Tour de Trees was a success
Dick Rideout riding his bike for the cause.
Tour des Trees is an annual bike ride, hosted by STIHL to benefit TREE fund. Continue reading “Tour de Trees was a success”
Wisconsin Arborist Association Summer Conference
Hundreds of people from the arboriculture industry descended upon the Lussier Family Heritage Center in Madison this August for the Wisconsin Arborist Association’s (WAA) annual summer conference. Continue reading “Wisconsin Arborist Association Summer Conference”
Urban Forestry grant reminder
A reminder that the application deadline is coming up for 2018 Urban Forestry Grants! Continue reading “Urban Forestry grant reminder”
Wisconsin Community Tree Map release
The DNR’s Urban Forestry program is excited to unveil a mapping application which provides a new way of viewing and learning about trees in your community. Wisconsin Community Tree Map is a browser-based application that maps community tree inventories. This means no special software is needed to run the application. Continue reading “Wisconsin Community Tree Map release”
WAA Summer Conference
Join the WAA (Wisconsin Arborist Association) for their Summer Conference and Picnic at the Lussier Family Heritage Center in Madison on Tuesday, August 15th. The Program Committee has put together another excellent lineup for this event. They are offering Two Tracks of Education, one indoors and one outdoors, including information for climbers, plant selection, and insect and disease information. There will be something for everyone. Continue reading “WAA Summer Conference”
Grant helps for new Tree Trek
In 2016 the City of Hudson received a grant from the Wisconsin DNR Urban Forestry program to help replace trees that were removed. But the story does not end there. The City of Hudson used this opportunity to engage with the community and educate others on the trees on their streets and in their parks. Continue reading “Grant helps for new Tree Trek”
Urban Wood Network launches website
The Urban Wood Network, a multi-state collaborative project that is promoting full-circle urban forest management, recently announced its new website. Many felled urban trees are viewed as waste. The Urban Wood Network aims to show that every part of the tree, from seed to sawdust, can be put to its best use, if properly managed. Continue reading “Urban Wood Network launches website”