Welcome to the UCFS Career Compass Series! Thank you to Davey Resource Group for their support!
Starting a new job can be exciting—but also full of questions no one quite prepares you for. How do you build a productive relationship with your new supervisor? What’s the best way communicate clearly and confidently when everything feels new? How do you stay on top of everything while learning it for the first time?
Join the Young and Emerging Professionals (YEP) Committee for a candid, interactive panel discussion that dives into the unspoken challenges of starting out in the workplace. You’ll hear real stories and practical tips from peers who’ve been in your shoes and gain insight into how to show up with confidence, communicate effectively, and learn as you go—without the pressure of having it all figured out.
Engage with fellow young and emerging professionals to exchange experiences, explore solutions, and strengthen your urban forestry network!
We’ll talk about how to shift your mindset for success, overcome imposter syndrome, and handle the pressure to “figure it all out” right away. You’ll also learn how to ask for help (without feeling like a bother), seek out useful feedback, and master communication habits that help you sound confident and stay clear—whether in meetings, messages, or day-to-day conversations.
This webinar isn’t just a lecture—it’s an interactive space to ask questions, learn from real experiences, and gain practical tools you can apply right away to feel more confident and in control at work. Whether you’re fresh out of school or settling into a new role, you’ll leave feeling better prepared, more connected, and empowered to succeed. Be ready to engage in breakout discussions and Q&A—we encourage participants to turn on their cameras and audio to join the conversation.
At the end of the webinar, participants will be able to:
ISA CEUs applied for and pending.
Monday, November 17 from 1:00-4:00pm
To join us, add the tour with your registration!
Join the Urban and Community Forestry Society (UCFS) and the City of Henderson Parks and Recreation for a half-day bus tour exploring how urban forestry practices are evolving to meet the challenges of a hotter, drier climate. This tour is designed for practitioners, planners, and policymakers interested in practical, replicable strategies for building climate-resilient urban landscapes with limited water resources.
Throughout the tour, we’ll explore how cities can proactively adapt to aridification by redesigning public spaces, rethinking irrigation systems, and collaborating across departments and with community partners. Expect a balance of big-picture strategy and actionable detail.
Featured Tour Stops and Highlights:
🌿 Turf Removal & Tree Replacement at Community Parks
See how traditional grass lawns are being replaced with water-smart landscapes by the City of Henderson. At one park site, learn how a communication challenge over tree removals evolved into a model of public engagement, resulting in more—and better—trees planted with long-term resilience in mind.
🦉 Bird Preserve and Partnership with Audubon Society
Explore a vibrant bird preserve developed through a partnership between the City of Henderson and the local Audubon Society. Discover how external collaborations can unlock funding (including grants) and expand habitat while boosting urban canopy goals.
🚧 Street Diet and Green Infrastructure
Visit a transformed urban street where pavement removal made way for tree planting pits and green infrastructure. This site demonstrates how every tree in Henderson is planted with a sustainable irrigation plan—and how all cities can innovate in the right-of-way.
💧 Irrigation Systems & Incentive Programs
Get practical insights on installing and maintaining efficient irrigation systems in challenging settings. Learn how internal and external partnerships (including with the Southern Nevada Water Authority) are creating incentives that drive real change toward water-wise tree planting and landscaping.
What You’ll Take Home:
Special Guests:
We’ll be joined on the tour by guest speakers from the, local Audubon Society, City of Henderson Sustainability Office and the Southern Nevada Water Authority, who will share insider perspectives on interagency collaboration and the mechanics of water incentive programs.
