by Naomi Zürcher | Sep 7, 2017 | Events
September Urban Forest Webinars
Title: Municipal Forestry: Baseline, Trends and Dashboard
Date & Time: Thursday, 7 September, 6:00PM BST, 7:00PM CEST, 8:00PM EEST.
Learn how US companies are managing and funding tree care operations. Dr. Hauer will cover a broad array of topics from tree risk programs and budgets to volunteers in municipal forestry including a discussion of his interactive dashboard that allows you to evaluate your existing municipal urban forestry program and define steps to improve it.
Presented by: Dr. Hauer, Professor of Urban Forestry, University of Wisconsin at Stevens Point
Where: Pre registration required: http://treefund.org/webinars
Title: Adapting Landscape Plants, Policies, and Management to a Water-Limited Future
Date & Time: Wednesday, 13 September, 6:00PM BST, 7:00PM CEST, 8:00PM EEST
Climate change, growing populations and demands on water increase the vulnerability of critical water supplies, resulting in a varied range of policies and community choices in urban water management. A thorough understanding of available strategies and their potential outcomes including appropriate urban landscape plant selection and tree and shrub irrigation needs. Tom Brown will present his work from the 2020 RPA Assessment regarding changes in temperature, precipitation as well as water yield, demand and shortages. Heidi Kratsch will discuss irrigation practices that can be adapted to water shortages and increasing water costs while sustaining urban trees.
Presented by: Tom Brow, USDA Forest Service and Heidi Kratsch, University of Nevada, Reno.
Where: Webinar at https://usfs.adobeconnect.com/ucf/
Use the above link to access the webinar room starting 15 minutes prior to the webinar start time. Enter the webinar as a guest by typing your name in the name box and click the “Enter Room” button.
Title: Urban Green Spaces and Health
Date & Time: Thursday, 14 September, 7:00PM BST, 8:00PM CEST, 9:00PM EEST.
An increasing amount of research has shown that trees and green spaces are cornerstones for healthy urban environments. Green spaces support stress relief and recovery from mental fatigue, contributing substantially to the health and well-being of urban residents. Dr. van den Bosch will outline pathways and mechanisms behind the health effects from urban natural environments as well as discuss present obstacles to policy and practice implementation and suggestions for potential ways forward.
Presented by: (our very own) Dr. Matilda van den Bosch, Assistant Professor, University of British Columbia, School of Population and Public Health and the Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences.
Where: REGISTER https://nasevents.webex.com/mw3200/mywebex/default.do?nomenu=true&siteurl=nasevents&service=6&rnd=0.850538751399084&main_url=https%3A%2F%2Fnasevents.webex.com%2Fec3200%2Feventcenter%2Fevent%2FeventAction.do%3FtheAction%3Ddetail%26%26%26EMK%3D4832534b0000000429ed40ca7ac33ffbf79e454978ce06146b84aeab68607635c523b85fef29e081%26siteurl%3Dnasevents%26confViewID%3D69640704623672414%26SourceId%3Dubc%26encryptTicket%3DSDJTSwAAAAQ0hQmpDQWlDzR5j2hFDpbm7bZQlTWCcRh4NYS1PmXSTQ2%26
by Naomi Zürcher | Aug 19, 2017 | Events
AUGUST WEBINAR
The following additional webinar information was just received:
Title: i-Tree Web Learning Workshop – Impacts in a Changing Atmosphere
Date & Time: Wednesday, 30 August, 6:00PM BST, 7:00PM CEST, 8:00PM EEST.
This August i-Tree workshop will look at the value of trees during a time of upheaval and change – from global climate to social, economic and cultural. Whether examining rapid global climate change, long term impacts to natural systems, public health, community development or the economy, trees and vegetation play a remarkable role in the sustainability of natural, cultural and physical systems. Join this informative webinar to learn important tips to maximize the value of i-Tree outputs in the development of strategies for addressing change in your local community or globally, across the plant.
PRE-REGISTRATION is required for this session in order to provide the most streamlined user experience. GO TO THIS LINK TO REGISTER:
https://goo.gl/7vVQHY
by Rik De Vreese | Aug 2, 2017 | Events
City of trees.
Bringing trees to the people of Greater Manchester
A seminar with Peter Stringer, Brian Cosgrove, Ben Iles-Smith and Miranda Clarke.
30th Aug at Barcham Trees
9.00am – Registration and tea / coffee refreshments
9.30am – 9.35am – Welcome to the day and ‘My Tree Rocks Challenge’ – Pete Stringer
9.35am – 10.00am – City of Trees a new movement for Greater Manchester – Pete Stringer
10.00am – 10.20am – An evidence based mapping approach to tree planting – Bryan Cosgrove
10.20am – 11.00am – Workshop 1 – Exploring your local Tree Heritage
11.00am – 11.20am – Tea break
11.20am – 11.50am – Green Streets – Turning the streets from grey to green – Pete Stringer
11.50am – 12.30pm – Workshop 2 – Every tree tells a story
12.30pm – 1.30pm – Lunch and opportunity to visit nursery
1.30pm – 2.00pm – What Have Trees Ever Done for us? Demonstration & research – Pete Stringer
2.00pm – 2.40pm – Workshop & Tea Break – Mocktail making, an ice breaker for community engagement
2.40pm – 3.00pm – Of the people by the people for the people – Community Woodland Management – Bryan Cosgrove (includes
Citizen Forester)
3.00pm – 3.20pm – Question and answers to the team
3.20pm – 3.30pm – Summary, winner of ‘My Tree Rocks’ challenge and close
Please see for full details http://www.barchampro.co.uk/sites/default/files/6_city_of_trees_30th_aug.pdf
To register your interest please email natasha@barchamtrees.co.uk
or Click Here
by Naomi Zürcher | Jul 5, 2017 | Events
July UF Webinar Topics
Title: Green Infrastructure – A Lesson in Change
Date & Time: Tuesday, 18 July, 6:00PM BST, 7:00PM CEST, 8:00PM EEST.
Green Infrastructure has been elevated as a means to an end for communities who are dealing with polluted run-off. From a design perspective, it has also been an agent of change in how urban foresters, engineers and landscape architects work together.
Donna Foster, a landscape architect with the USDA Forest Service, Northeastern State and Private Forestry, takes us on a journey of engagement and relationship building, exploring how past and present views on tree planting and design have merged while cultivating more respect and understanding between three professions as they work to reclaim unused lands, address environmental justice and create livable biologically functioning places in cities and towns across the nation.
Please access the webinar 15 minutes prior to the webinar’s start time. Enter as a Guest by typing your name in the name box and click the “Enter Room” button:
https://meeting.psu.edu/pacommunityforestry
Title: Cultivating and activating a natural infrastructure workforce
Date & Time: Wednesday, 19 July, 6:00PM BST, 7:00PM CEST, 8:00PM EEST.
Public demand has increased the need for natural innovations that make cities more environmentally friendly and more pleasant places to live. This demand has led to growth in the number of available entry-level jobs with some advancement potential, ranging from maintenance of urban gardens to installation of natural systems that manage stormwater flooding. Sara Lamback of Jobs for the Future will discuss the findings of the NatureWORKS project that identifies current and emerging trends in the green infrastructure workforce and examines the potential of these projects to spur job creation. Dave Gamstetter, Cincinatti Ohio Parks Department, will give illustrative examples of job training and job creation spurred by green infrastructure projects in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Connect to the webinar via the following link: https://usfs.adobeconnect.com/ucf/
Title: Tree Growth and Response in a Changing Environment
Date & Time: Thursday, 20 July, 5:00PM BST, 6:00PM CEST, 7:00PM EEST.
Dr. Janusz Zwiazek, Professor and Tree Physiologist, University of Alberta, will discuss how trees grow and develop, and their response to changes in our climate and rapidly urbanizing landscapes. This is crucial information for the urban foresters, planners, designers and landscape architects who will be determining the Urban Forest of the future.
To attend, visit www.joinwebinar.com and enter the ID code 759-113-739.
by Naomi Zürcher | Jun 29, 2017 | Events
The European COST Action FP1204 GreenInUrbs 4-year project celebrated its conclusion in Orvieto, Italy with a conference that explored a trans-disciplinary approach to creating sustainable and livable urban centers. Many of the Keynote, Oral and Poster sessions discussed urban climate issues, directly and indirectly. A report, summarizing the urban climate issue-related presentations, has been featured in the Summer 2017 issue of Urban Climate News, published by the International Association for Urban Climate http://www.urban-climate.org/. In addition, the report contains links to the GreenInUrbs website as well as the Conference Book of Abstracts where all presentation abstracts can be viewed.
Green Infrastructure- Nature-Based Solutions for Sustainable and Resilient Cities
by Rik De Vreese | Jun 20, 2017 | Events
The National Tree Officers Conference is a unique gathering for professionals interested in all areas of local authority arboricultural work. This conference is crucial to tree, woodland and planning officers; provides a significant platform for future collaborations and partnerships; and offers latest research. It will demonstrate the best practice and innovation from arboricultural and urban forestry experts.
This year’s conference will focus on a range of influential topics from leading arboricultural and urban forestry professionals:
- Planning Best Practice & Innovation
- In-House or Out-Sourced
- Innovation and Research
- i-Tree Projects
This event is being organised by the London Tree Officers Association (LTOA), the Municipal Tree Officers Association (MTOA) and, the Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF).
More information and registration: http://www.charteredforesters.org/event/tree-officers-conference-2017/
Last year’s delegates demonstrate, in the below quotes, the benefits and value of attending the only UK nationally dedicated Tree Officers conference.
“The National Tree Officers Conference was a fantastic event. It was brilliant to hear how much great work is being done by tree officers all over the country and to have the opportunity to share ideas and experiences with colleagues. I’m looking forward to the next one.” John Parker, Transport for London & Chair of the London Tree Officers Association (LTOA)
“A comprehensive day that linked many of the burning issues tree officers deal with daily. Excellent value!” Jim Smith MICFor, National Urban Forestry Advisor, Forestry Commission England
“A fully interactive and engaging day, excellent turn out and thought provoking day. “Matt Seabrook, Chair, Municipal Tree Officer’s Association (MTOA)
“It was a great atmosphere at the conference, bringing together Tree officers from across the country to discuss best practice in arboriculture.” Al Smith MICFor, Arboricultural Manager, London Borough of Camden
“Great to hear Tree Officers sharing innovative approaches and ideas, and responding to the challenges they face.” Craig Harrison FICFor, London Manager, Forestry Commission
“The National Tree Officer Conference 2016 promoted idea exchange and an unparalleled opportunity for tree, woodland and planning officers to showcase their excellent work, managing local authority trees and woodlands for the benefits of the communities they serve. A key part of the event is having the ability to talk and share experiences with your peers.” Andy Lederer, Development Director, Institute of Chartered Foresters
