*These training opportunities are provided as an information service only and do not constitute an endorsement from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
See below for information on the Wisconsin Apprenticeship Conference and trainings on topics including electrical hazards, tree biology, mycorrhizal fungi and landscaping.  Continue reading “Upcoming Trainings”
Date: Feb. 16-18, 2025
Location: KI Convention Center, Green Bay, WI
*These training opportunities are provided as an information service only and do not constitute an endorsement from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
See below for information on the ISA Virtual Event and other upcoming trainings. Continue reading “Upcoming Trainings”
*These training opportunities are provided as an information service only and does not constitute an endorsement from the WI DNR.
See below for information on arborist safety, tree biology and US Forest Service recorded webinars. Continue reading “Upcoming Trainings”
*These training opportunities are provided as an information service only and do not constitute an endorsement from the Wisconsin DNR.
Below is information on trainings hosted by the Wisconsin Arborist Association, Blue Heron Stewardship chainsaw training and the Urban and Community Forestry Society. Continue reading “Upcoming Trainings”
Join us for a two-part workshop on the value and uses of bare root trees and how to use gravel beds to hold and maintain bare root stock before it is planted. Part one will be delivered via Zoom on Friday, Sept. 20. Part two will be an in-person field day visit to an operating gravel bed. You will select one of the six locations around the state during registration. ISA CEUs will be available for both parts.
The cost of the workshop is $30, and the registration deadline is Sept. 12. Continue reading “UW Madison Extension Urban Forestry Workshop: Bare Root Trees And Gravel Beds”
Southeastern Wisconsin Invasive Species Consortium is teaming up again with Johnson’s Nursery, Inc.TM to offer Invasive Plant Management Workshops in 2024. Take this class to ensure that you are using the most appropriate, efficient, up-to-date and least environmentally damaging methods in those efforts. Continue reading “Upcoming Invasive Plant Management Workshops”
The Arbor Day Foundation is thrilled to announce the 2024 Partners in Community Forestry Conference and Alliance for Community Trees Day will be held in Chicago, Illinois Nov. 20-21.
This gathering unites passionate individuals, communities, organizations and leaders to explore innovative solutions, share insights and collaborate on the future of urban forestry. Join leaders across the industry to focus on strengthening the bonds between people and trees, fostering sustainable practices and creating green, thriving urban landscapes. Continue reading “Register For The 2024 Partners In Community Forestry Conference”
As part of the USDA Forest Service Urban & Community Forestry’s Inflation Reduction Act Program, the Center for Regenerative Solutions and Urban Sustainability Directors Network opened the application for capacity building and workforce development grants for communities to accelerate urban forestry through the launch and management of Community Forestry Corps youth employment programs. Continue reading “Community Forest Corps Funding Opportunities Available”
By Art Kabelowsky, DNR Forest Health Outreach and Communications, Fitchburg
Arthur.Kabelowsky@wisconsin.gov or 608-335-0167
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Forest Health team joined with the DNR Office of Communications to produce an instructional video aimed at helping large landowners and land managers in the fight against spongy moth.
The video, less than 2 minutes in length, shows how to conduct a survey of spongy moth egg masses in the fall. With that information, people can predict how much damage to expect from the caterpillars in the spring, giving them time to make advance plans for the most effective control options.
Continue reading “Spongy Moth Egg Mass Surveying Video Released”
