Educational Events January 16, 2021 10:00am-Noon (Eastern) Canopy Class – Reinforced Rigging Systems Instructor: Almon Cox Burke Outdoor, 418 Fleming Drive, Morganton, NC This live session will include discussion and demonstration on lowering devices. Attendees will learn about reinforced rigging and the forces they apply. RSVP @ (828) 391-9450 or rb3@burkeoutdoor.com January 20, 2021 9:00am-Noon (Eastern) Tennessee Eastern Regional Virtual Short Course (Ornamentals Session 2) TN Extension WEBINAR series Presenters: Dr. Andrea Ludwig; Carol Reese; Dr. Robert Florence The University of Tennessee’s Institute of Agriculture is offering a series of webinars over three dates that will provide excellent information useful to arborists. Session 2 includes three presentations about landscaping impacts on water quality, protecting and promoting pollinators, and urban soil management. Additional session dates include January 13 and January 27. Information and registration: HERE January 21, 2021 12:00 PM (Central) The Asian Longhorned Beetle Heads South Alabama Extension WEBINAR Presenter: Dr. David Coyle In May 2020, an Asian longhorned beetle infestation was discovered in Charleston County, South Carolina. Primarily attacking red maple trees, this pest has also been found in several other hardwood species in the area. This webinar will give an update on the current situation while discussing ALB biology and ecology, with particular attention paid to the unique situation this SC infestation presents. Information and registration: HERE January 21, 2021 Noon (Eastern) Stand Dynamics in the Old Forest State Natural Area TUFC and UT WEBINAR Presenter: Eric Bridges The Tennessee Urban Forestry Council and University of Tennessee webinar series continues with a session on old-growth urban forests. Mr. Bridges will discuss fire frequency, invasive pests, and human-related compaction impacts on an old growth urban forest. Info and registration HERE January 27, 2021 9:00am-Noon (Eastern) Tennessee Eastern Regional Virtual Short Course (Arboriculture Session) TN Extension WEBINAR series Presenters: Jon Nessle; Kasey Krouse; Pete Stewart and Lucy Ellis The University of Tennessee’s Institute of Agriculture is offering a series of webinars over three dates that will provide excellent information useful to arborists. This Arboriculture Session includes three presentations about proper tree pruning, tree species selection, and understory plantings to promote natural enemies of tree pests. Earlier session dates include January 13 and January 20. Information and registration: HERE
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January 27, 2021 8:30am-4:30pm (Eastern) Landscape Pro University GA Urban Ag Council VIRTUAL event The Georgia Urban Ag Council is offering this one-day virtual event with many sessions useful to arborists. Information and registration: HERE January 28, 2021 Proper Pruning Presenter: Willie Chance Proper pruning makes trees and shrubs less susceptible to pests, creates structurally strong & beautiful plants, and encourages healthy growth and flowering. Pruning methods vary with plant type. We discuss the purpose for pruning, proper pruning timing and methods, and common errors in pruning. For more information, visit https://wchance3.wordpress.com/ January 28-29, 2021 8:30am-3:00pm (Eastern) SC Green Conference SC Green Industry Council VIRTUAL event The South Carolina Green Industry Council is offering this two-day virtual event with many sessions useful to arborists. Information and registration: HERE February 1-3, 2021 8:30-10:00am each day (Eastern) 23rd Eastern Carolina Landscape Conference NC Extension WEBINAR Presenters: Dr. Joe Neal; Dr. Alan Windham; Dr. Matt Bertone North Carolina Extension invites you to their annual event with presentations focusing on proper pesticide use and diagnosis and control of insect and disease problems. Info and registration HERE. February 2, 2021 Noon (Central) Pruning With A Purpose AUFC WEBINAR Presenter: Kristie Quinn; Allen Bates, Anthony Whittington Join the Arkansas Urban Forestry Council for this session on the art of pruning. Learn about basic pruning techniques to achieve desired results and reduce harm to trees. Info and registration HERE February 9, 2021 Noon (Central) Tree Preservation on the Construction Site AUFC WEBINAR Presenter: Allen Bates Join the Arkansas Urban Forestry Council for this session protecting trees during construction. Learn how to avoid damage to trees worthy of protection and identify critical areas to protect. Info and registration HERE