IFA Urban Tree Health Training Harrisburg, IL
This Summer, come join the Illinois Forestry Association for a day of lecture-based trainings focused on urban tree health! This program should be of special interest to tree care professionals; Issues that impact trees and tree care recommendations are the main scope of this training. However, the general public are also welcome and encouraged to register as they will learn plenty of new information useful for tree care in the back yard.
When: Wednesday, August 2nd, 2023 from 8:30am - 2:30pm ct
Where: Shawnee National Forest Supervisors Office, Harrisburg
Address: 50 IL-145, Harrisburg, IL 62946
Registration Fee: There is a $10 registration fee, but this will cover the cost of a box lunch.
Illinois Arborist Association CEU's: IAA Continuing Education Units will be available for certified arborists.
Lecture Schedule
Registration - 8:30 - 9:00am
Basic Biology of Trees - 9:00 - 9:30
Tricia Bethke - Forest Pest Outreach Coordinator
ID Management and Treatment of Emerald Ash Borer - 9:30 - 10:15
Dr. Fredric Miller - Forest Health Specialist
Break - 10:15 - 10:30
New and “Old” Invaders of Trees - 10:30 - 11:15
Tricia Bethke
Lunch - 11:15 - 11:45 pm
What’s Wrong With My Tree? Recognizing Tree Defects - 11:45 - 12:45 pm
Sarah Vogel - U of I Extension Horticulture Educator
Identification of Invasive Plants - 12:45 - 1:30 pm
Chris Evans - University of Illinois Extension Forester
Break - 1:30 - 1:45
Invasive Plant Control Recommendations - 1:45 - 2:30
Chris Evans
