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Join us for our workshop. Tree worker safety and emergency response will be discussed, as well as tree diseases and insect pests. Attendees will learn about pruning strategies and how to assess the risk of tree failure and will receive an update on American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standards. Registration, which is open until 11/30/12, is $40. CEUs available. Partners are ISA Southern Chapter, Arkansas Urban Forestry Council, Arkansas Forestry Commission and the City of Russellville.…See More

Join us to learn about examples of tree projects implemented by several communities in Arkansas, how to develop a landscape ordinance, and how to design streetscapes. The Tree City USA program and benefits of urban trees will also be highlighted. This workshop is for mayors, community leaders, municipal representatives, local organizations, and anyone else who is interested in enhancing their community with trees. Registration fee is $20 for AUFC members, $35 for non-members and $10 for…See More

AUFC's workshop is designed for landscape architects, city planners and engineers involved with developing green spaces in the urban environment. Attendees will learn about what to consider at the site when selecting tree species, features of native trees, how to protect existing trees during construction and learn the correct planting procedures that can determine the tree's long term health and increase the tree's ability to become established sooner. CEUs available. Cost is $20 for AUFC…See More

This half day workshop will provide guidance and training on specifications for tree selection and planting, identifying pests and how to properly prune your trees. You will leave with skills to ensure your newly planted trees will survive; that mature trees are being cared for properly; and that trees are being pruned properly so they are safe and healthy.  Not only do trees increase property values, they contribute to the community as a whole for clean water and air, wildlife habitat and the…See More

Arkansas ReLeaf  and Global ReLeaf Project and State Arbor Day CeremonyDate: Saturday, March 10, 2012    11:00-2:00pm (or until trees have been given out). Purpose:  The goal of this Arkansas ReLeaf Project is to assist the Community of Marmaduke and surrounding county in recovering from tree loss caused by tornado damage. Citizens who were impacted by the storm are eligible to receive free trees and hot dogs at Marmaduke City Park.A mix of shade trees such as oak, maple, redbud, baldcypress…See More

This half day workshop will provide guidance and training on specifications for tree selection, planting and care. An outdoor pruning demonstration will be a part of the workshop. CEUs available. Cost is $10 for AUFC members/$20 for non-members. Contact Cathy at 800-958-5865 or info@arkansastrees.org.

FORESTS FOR ALL: Managing Modern Urban Forests