The Wisconsin Urban Forestry Insider
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June 19, 2009
Second Place Arbor Day Poster Contest Winner
This issue's contents:
In the News
- Hybrid American Chestnut Could Mitigate Climate Change - Science Daily
- Dude, Where's my Cap and Trade Program? - NPR
- NASCAR Announces Tree Planting Program
Specifically Wisconsin
Emerald Ash Borer
- Arborists Working in EAB Quarantined Areas -Notice
- Students Spread the Word About EAB - Superior Telegram
- Ashland Prepares for EAB - The Daily Press
- EAB Found in 59 Trees in St. Paul
- St. Paul Drafts EAB Plan - Star Tribune
- Illinois EAB Newsletter
- EAB Found In New York
Tools For Your Job
- How Arborists & Foresters can Utilize LEAF Educational Resources
- Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic Update
- South Central and Southeast Regions Forest Health Update
- Northeast Region Forest Pest Update - June
- West Central Region Forest Pest Update
Conferences & Seminars
- CTMI Early Registration Deadline Approaching
- Rochester, MN Arborist Workshop -August 18
- Biomass Analysis for Cities, Counties & Facilities
Hybrid American Chestnut Could Mitigate Climate Change
A Purdue University study shows that introducing a new hybrid of the American chestnut tree would not only bring back the all-but-extinct species, but also put a dent in the amount of carbon in the Earth's atmosphere. American chestnuts grow much faster and larger than other hardwood species, allowing them to sequester more carbon than other trees over the same period.
Hybrid American Chestnuts [Exit DNR]
Dude, Where's my Cap and Trade Program? - NPR
Confused by cap-and-trade? Check out this humorous explanation of the carbon market and climate legislation from NPR's Morning Edition.
NASCAR Announces Tree Planting Program
The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing announced "NASCAR Green Clean Air" -- a program to help capture the carbon emissions produced by racing. Under a pilot program that will expand significantly next year, NASCAR will plant 10 new trees for each green flag that drops during Cup Series events.
Invader Crusader Awards
Thousands of volunteers, landowners and professionals around the state spend their weekends and evenings battling invasive species. The Wisconsin Governor’s Council on Invasive Species recently recognized some outstanding individuals and groups fighting invasive species with Invader Crusader Awards.
Eastern Tent Caterpillars Highly Visible
State forestry health specialists report that people may see caterpillar tents in the following Wisconsin counties this month: Adams, Ashland, Columbia, Dane, Green Lake, western Lincoln, Marquette, Sauk, Waupaca and Waushara.
Arborists Working in EAB Quarantined Areas -Notice
Artificial (human mediated) movement of EAB is a critical factor in the spread of this invasive pest. In order to stop the artificial spread of EAB we need to stop the transport of any ash wood with bark. It is important that, if you are working within a quarantined area and then move outside the quarantined area, you sign a state or federal compliance agreement; even if you are not intentionally moving wood products. A compliance agreement spells out what actions need to be done and dates of when certain activities can take place.
Students Spread the Word About EAB - Superior Telegram
As the school year drew to a close, fourth-grade students from Northern Lights Elementary School hit the sidewalks around Superior to spread the word about the emerald ash borer. The children distributed informational pamphlets shaped like ash trees in the section of the city nearest to the school, which has one of the most significant ash plantings. Through their work, the students learn the value of community service, but they also learned important facts about the metallic green beetle that could destroy 18 percent of Superior’s trees if it reaches the Northland.
Ashland Prepares for EAB - The Daily Press
The good news is, EAB has not found a home in the Chequamegon Bay area. But there could be bad news in the future if — or when, as officials and experts say it's all but inevitable — the invasive pest makes its way into the northland.
EAB Found in 59 Trees in St. Paul
A survey conducted by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture has identified 59 trees infested with EAB in St. Paul, MN. According to officials the next steps are to remove and closely monitor for any additional infestations.
St. Paul Drafts EAB Plan - Star Tribune
According to a report by the St. Paul Parks and Recreation Department's forestry division, the city would need to add about $1.1 million to its current budget and $3 million to its yearly budget starting in 2010 to deal with the emerald ash borer.
Illinois EAB Newsletter
Current information on Illinois EAB activity is reported in the summer issue of the Illinois EAB Newsletter.
EAB Found In New York
The New York Department of Environmental Conservation announced on June 17 the discovery of an Emerald Ash Borer infestation (EAB) in Randolph, Cattaraugus County which is located in southwestern New York. This is the first time it has been detected in New York.
How Arborists & Foresters can Utilize LEAF Educational Resources
As a professional arborist or forester we have all been asked to share information about trees with public audiences of all ages. We love the profession and working with trees but often find it difficult transferring that passion and information through presentations. Olivia Witthun, WDNR Urban Forester, shares how she successfully utilized educational materials from LEAF for a program at Appleton’s Paper Discovery Center.
Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic Update
What plant diseases are appearing within Wisconsin landscapes? The UW-Extension/Madison Plant Disease Diagnostic Clinic (PDDC) receives many plant samples from around the state. The following diseases/disorders have been identified at the PDDC since June 3, 2009:
South Central and Southeast Regions Forest Health Update
The latest area forest health update presented by Kyoko Scanlon.
Topics include:
- Gypsy moth update
- EAB found in Minnesota and Kentucky
- Eastern Tent Caterpillars tents are visible
- Eastern tent or forest tent caterpillar?
- Anthracnose and more on broadleaf trees
- White pine blister rust update
- Annosum root rot update
- Gypsy Moth Update - Mark Guthmiller
SCR & SER Forest Health Update
Northeast Region Forest Pest Update - June
The latest pest update by DNR Forest Health Specialist Linda Williams. Topics include:
- Insects:
- Arborvitae Leafminer
- Eastern Tent Caterpillar
- Emerald Ash Borer
- Euonymus Caterpillar
- European Pine Sawfly
- Gypsy Moth
- June beetle defoliation
- Maple Petiole Borer
- Maple Spindle Gall and Bladder Gall
- Oak Apple Gall
- Diseases:
- Annosum in Marquette Co
- Ash Anthracnose and Early Ash Leaf Drop
- Cedar Apple Rust
- Plum Pocket on Sand Cherry
- White Pine Blister Rust
- Other:
- Reverting in Plant Cultivars
- Squirrel Damage to Maple
West Central Region Forest Pest Update
The latest area forest health update by Todd Lanigan.
Topics Covered:
- Insects:
- Eastern Tent Caterpillar
- European Pine Sawfly
- Diseases:
- Leaf/Needle Diseases
- Other:
- Pesticide Website
- FSC Pesticides
CTMI Early Registration Deadline Approaching
With municipal budgets as tight as ever, training affordability has never been more important! A new, top-notch, affordable training course called Community Tree Management Institute (CTMI) is coming to Wisconsin. This course is even more affordable for those who submit their application before June 30th because there’s a $75 discount for early-bird registration.
Rochester, MN Arborist Workshop -August 18
The Rochester Arborist Workshop is holding its annual summer workshop on Tuesday, August 18 at Rochester's Slatterly Park. Come learn from some of the best in the industry:
- Great education for arborists, urban foresters, students and industry professionals
- CEUs from International Society of Arboriculture
- Hands-on teaching in the field (not the classroom)
Rochester Arborist Workshop [Exit DNR]
Biomass Analysis for Cities, Counties & Facilities
The Energy Center for Sustainable Cities is hosting a webinar, Biomass: A Step by Step Feasibility Analysis for Cities, Counties & Facilities on June 25, 2009 at 11:00 am CT. Join the free live webinar & networking event to hear a one hour step by step evaluation that will help you determine whether installing a biomass system is the right move for your city, county, facility or campus.
Urban Biomass Feasibility [Exit DNR]
More Conferences & Seminars
For more conferences and seminars check out WDNR's Urban Forest website.
About the Insider
The Wisconsin Urban Forestry Insider is intended as a quick networking tool for all people actively working in the area of urban and community forestry, especially in the state of Wisconsin.
Items that cannot wait for our quarterly print newsletter, Wisconsin Urban & Community Forests, will appear here.
The Insider is produced biweekly by the Urban and Community Forestry program of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Madison, Wisconsin. Past issues will be archived on the UF pages on the WDNR web site.
We are happy to accept your suggestions and contributions. Send them to the editor, at Laura.Wyatt@Wisconsin.gov. Or call her: 608/267-0568.
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