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State of the Trees Address
November 30, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us for a powerhouse discussion on the status of the health of our region’s trees. What lies ahead in terms of insect and disease challenges, climate adaptability, and future selections for planting? How are our current trees performing at our regional Arboreta and Botanical Gardens? We’ll answer all of these questions and more as we hear from Dr. Bill Fountain (Kentucky Arborists’ Association), Joe Boggs (Ohio State University), Lindsey Purcell (Indiana Arborist Association), and moderator, Kristopher Stone (Boone County Arboretum).
Q&A with panelists follows presentations.
Panelist Focus Topics
Lindsey Purcell- Impacts of climate change on trees and the 4 things we can do to make a difference.
Bill Fountain- Species diversity and use of monotypic species, doing our due diligence with tree risk assessment and appraisal.
Joe Boggs- Outlook on insect & and disease threats looming for our region’s forests.
Professional CEU’s Available:
ISA Certified Arborist: 2
ISA BCMA – Science: 2
ISA TW Climber Specialist: 2
ISA Utility Specialist: 2
ISA TW Aerial Lift Specialist: 2
ISA Municipal Specialist: 2
Landscape Architecture CEU’s Pending for OH & KY
Event Schedule:
5:30pm- Doors Open, Silent Auction Begins
6:00pm- Welcome & Presentations Begin
7:30pm- Presentation Ends, Final Silent Auction Browse
7:45pm- Auction Closes, Q&A Session
8:00pm- Winning Bids Announced, Conclusion of Event
Appetizers, Refreshments, and Silent Auction included!
This event includes catered appetizers, refreshments, and a meet-and-greet opportunity with our guest presenter. A silent auction of unique plants and other items is also part of the festivities and will include great items — for yourself or perhaps as gifts for others!
Always an informative and fun evening, we hope you take advantage of this opportunity in support of the Arboretum.
