GUFC Basic Tree Care Workshop

BASIC TREE CARE WORKSHOPS

February 13, 2008

8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Lowndes County Extension Office Assembly Room

2102 E. Hill Avenue

Valdosta, Georgia 31601

Instructor:  Frank Jenner, Valdosta City Arborist (assisted by Stacey Griffin and Timothy Baker of Valdosta Parks Dept.)

Learn new concepts in tree planting, including planting procedures for bare-root, containerized, and B&B stock from site preparation to guying and staking procedures.  The discussion will include maintenance requirements for new transplants and troubleshooting planting-related problems.The workshop also covers young tree management, including key maintenance requirements for young trees with an emphasis on structural pruning, and mature tree management. CEUs will be available (6 CEUS for ISA-certified arborists).   Lunch is provided.

Registration fee:

$75 for GUFC members

$85 for non-members

To Register / Open & Print Brochure

2008 Basic Tree Care Workshop brochure Version B.pdf