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SUMMARY:Trees\, Insurance & Risk: Navigating a Changing Landscape
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting webinar co-hosted by the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) and the Urban and Community Forestry Society (UCFS) – the leading associations dedicated to helping you navigate the tree care and urban forestry professions. \nArborists and urban forestry professionals are facing a rapidly changing insurance landscape that can have significant implications for risk management\, urban canopy goals\, and day-to-day business operations. Insurance may increasingly influence decisions about trees—but arborists and urban forestry professionals have an opportunity to help shape those decisions. Understanding the issues\, speaking the language of risk\, and knowing how to respond can help professionals protect people and property without sacrificing sound tree care and long-term urban forest goals. \nTrees\, Insurance & Risk: Navigating a Changing Landscape explores how emerging insurance trends\, policies\, and requirements influence urban forestry decision-making.   You’ll gain an understanding of the tree care industry’s response\, including efforts by the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) and the Urban and Community Forestry Society (UCFS) and collaborations with the National Council of Insurance Legislators (NCOIL) to influence policy discussions. Most importantly\, you’ll leave with practical strategies for navigating insurance-related concerns with clients\, communities and municipalities\, including how ANSI industry standards provide liability protections\, how to strengthen contractual and RFP language\, and how ordinances and regulations intersect with insurance considerations. \nJoin us to get ahead of the conversation\, anticipate insurance-related challenges\, strengthen your risk-management approach\, and help shape a future where the insurance industry and tree care industry work together to protect trees and urban canopy goals. \nLearning Objectives\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe how insurance companies evaluate tree risk and the key tree-related factors influencing insurance decisions.\nApply ANSI standards\, contract language\, and risk management practices to tree inspection liability\, insurance requirements\, and municipal regulations.\nDevelop communication or policy strategies that support both risk reduction and the preservation of urban tree canopy goals.\n\nThis webinar is approved for 1.5 ISA CEU. \nThe webinar subject matter supports the following:\nUCFS Accreditation Program: Standard 3\nISA Urban Forest Professional: Domain 1 \nRegister here!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/trees-insurance-risk-navigating-a-changing-landscape/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T130000
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SUMMARY:Sidewalks Vs. Trees: Integrating PROWAG\, ADA\, and Urban Trees
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to Bartlett Tree Experts – our Exclusive Learning Series Partner! \nAs communities invest in safer and more accessible streets\, urban foresters are increasingly challenged to preserve and expand tree canopy while meeting evolving accessibility requirements. The Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) adopted by the U.S. Department of Transportation\, went effect in 2025 and establishes the national accessibility standards for sidewalks\, curb ramps\, street crossings\, shared-use paths\, and other pedestrian facilities within the public right-of-way. These updated requirements come on top of already challenging infrastructure and tree conflicts that urban foresters navigate each day. As agencies implement PROWAG\, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)\, and critical sidewalk installation projects\, urban forestry professionals have an important opportunity to shape projects that enhance accessibility while protecting the long-term health and benefits of the urban forest. \nSidewalks Vs. Trees: Integrating PROWAG\, ADA\, and Urban Trees explores practical strategies for integrating trees into accessible streetscapes through thoughtful planning\, design\, and long-term management. Using real-world examples\, this webinar will: \n\nExamine tree planting design solutions that support healthy tree growth that maintain accessible pedestrian routes.\nReview approaches to preserve mature trees during sidewalk and infrastructure improvements and reduce future conflicts between trees and the built environment.\nExplore strategies for effective collaboration with engineers\, landscape architects\, planners\, public works staff\, and disability advocates to form strong partnerships that develop shared solutions.\n\nJoin us and discover how integrated and strategic design and collaborations can create streetscapes that achieve pedestrian safety while supporting long-term canopy. You’ll come away with practical tools and collaborative strategies that help you navigate PROWAG and ADA requirements with confidence. \nTogether we can create safer\, greener\, and more inclusive communities with both accessible infrastructure and thriving urban forests. \nLearning Objectives \nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nExplain how the Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) influence sidewalk design\, tree preservation\, and urban forestry practices within the public right-of-way.\nEvaluate tree planting and preservation strategies to support accessible pedestrian facilities while promoting long-term tree health and canopy growth.\nDevelop collaborative strategies for engaging a wide range of stakeholders to balance accessibility requirements\, infrastructure investments\, and urban canopy goals throughout project planning\, implementation\, and maintenance.\n\nThis webinar is approved for one ISA CEU. \nThe webinar subject matter supports the following:\nUCFS Accreditation Program: Standard 2\nISA Urban Forest Professional: Domain 4 \nRegister here!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/sidewalks-vs-trees-integrating-prowag-ada-and-urban-trees/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T130000
DTSTAMP:20260827T144610Z
CREATED:20260820T164017Z
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SUMMARY:UCFS Accreditation: Showcase Your Urban Forestry Program
DESCRIPTION:Your community is doing great urban forestry work. Showcase your program to your community and a global audience of practitioners! \nJoin UCFS for an inside look at the fully launched UCFS Accreditation Program—an exciting opportunity for communities to demonstrate excellence\, strengthen their urban forestry programs\, and gain recognition for the work they do every day to grow\, protect\, and sustain their urban forests. \nUCFS Accreditation provides an opportunity to benchmark your urban forestry program against professional standards and practices\, demonstrate your team’s commitment to excellence\, identify opportunities for continuous improvement\, build civic pride\, and strengthen support for urban forestry investments and stakeholder engagement. \nUCFS Accreditation: Showcase Your Urban Forestry Program webinar will explore how accreditation can help your urban forests move from good to exceptional. You’ll learn what UCFS Accreditation is\, what the standards mean for your program\, how to apply\, where you can get support\, and what to expect through the entire process—from application and self-evaluation to documentation\, site review\, peer evaluation\, and ultimately\, recognition of your urban forestry program. \nJoin us to see what’s possible when your community’s urban forestry excellence is recognized. Whether you are considering applying\, want to prepare your program for accreditation\, or simply want to understand where your program stands\, this webinar will give you the information and inspiration to take the next step. \nLearning Objectives \nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe the purpose\, structure\, and standards of the UCFS Accreditation Program and opportunities to assess management strategies toward an international standard of practice.\nIdentify the steps\, documentation\, and preparation needed to pursue accreditation for their community.\nEvaluate the potential benefits of accreditation for your urban forestry program including how to leverage accreditation status with multiple stakeholders.\n\nThis webinar is approved for one ISA CEU. \nRead more about UCFS Accreditation. \nRegister today!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/ucfs-accreditation-showcase-your-urban-forestry-program/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T130000
DTSTAMP:20260827T212628Z
CREATED:20260608T165000Z
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SUMMARY:Blueprint for Wildfire Resilience: Using Maps\, Plans\, and Data to Protect Urban Trees (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:This is the second webinar in this three-part series. Thank you to Dudek for their sponsorship! \nUrban wildfire resilience isn’t created from a single plan—it emerges from a connected system of codes\, maps\, policies\, and partnerships that help communities understand risk and take meaningful action. For urban foresters\, these tools are increasingly important for protecting urban tree canopy\, guiding vegetation management decisions\, and ensuring that urban forests are integrated into broader wildfire preparedness and mitigation efforts. \nIn this 2nd session of Wildfire and the Urban Forest series\, we explore the essential planning resources that shape wildfire resilience and examining the purpose\, structure\, and practical application of the most common planning frameworks used across jurisdictions. You will discover how hazard and risk information is used to identify vulnerable areas\, prioritize mitigation actions\, and balance wildfire risk reduction with the many environmental\, social\, and economic benefits that urban trees provide. \nBlueprint for Wildfire Resilience highlights the growing role of GIS\, spatial risk modeling\, and interactive planning tools such as StoryMaps – technologies that are helping communities visualize risk\, communicate priorities\, engage stakeholders\, and make more informed decisions about urban forest management and wildfire mitigation. Whether you’re developing plans\, managing trees\, advising decision-makers\, or collaborating across departments\, you’ll leave with a stronger understanding of planning tools that can help integrate urban forestry into community wildfire resilience strategies. \nJoin us to discover how maps become strategies\, plans become action\, and urban forests become part of the solution in creating healthier\, safer\, and more resilient communities. \nLearning Objectives\nAt the end of the webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nApply wildfire planning resources\, such as codes\, Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps\, and risk assessments in mitigation and preparedness decisions.\nAnalyze Community Wildfire Protection Plans (CWPPs)\, Urban Forest Management Plans\, and Wildfire Mitigation Plans for supporting coordinated community resilience efforts.\nEvaluate GIS\, spatial risk modeling\, StoryMaps\, and other interactive planning tools for communicating risk\, engaging stakeholders\, prioritizing actions\, and supporting long-term implementation.\n\nRegister here!\nThis webinar is approved for one ISA CEU. \nThe webinar subject matter supports the following:\nUCFS Accreditation Program:  Standard 2\nISA Urban Forest Professional: Domain 1 \n  \nPart three of the series: Turning Knowledge into Action Workshop: Applying Wildfire Science and Planning in Urban Forest Management (Part 3) \nWatch part one of the series here: Urban Community Forestry Society- Education & Certifications
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/blueprint-for-wildfire-resilience-using-maps-plans-and-data-to-protect-urban-trees-part-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T130000
DTSTAMP:20260708T172243Z
CREATED:20260608T164311Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Urban Trees\, Fire Behavior and Zone 0 (Part 1)
DESCRIPTION:This is the first of a three-part series. Thank you to Dudek for supporting this Wildfire and the Urban Forest series. \nAs wildfire impacts continue to grow across communities\, arborists and urban foresters are increasingly called upon to assess\, reduce\, and communicate wildfire risk. In this introductory session of the Wildfire and the Urban Forest series\, we will explore the role urban trees and vegetation play in wildfire behavior\, focusing on the pathways of ignition and spread in urban areas and the Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI). \nIntroduction to Urban Trees\, Fire Behavior and Zone 0 introduces fire science basics and the principles of defensible space around homes and structures. You’ll gain an understanding of wildfire ignition and spread and how tree placement and proximity to structures can influence wildfire risk. Through real-world examples and experience\, you will gain a deeper understanding how ember exposure\, nearby fuels\, and edge-of-structure conditions affect the vulnerability of homes and community trees. \nWhether you’re developing management plans\, responding to concerned community members\, or shaping community wildfire preparedness efforts\, this session will provide practical\, science-based insights to support informed decision-making about trees and wildfire risk. \nJoin this webinar to strengthen your understanding of wildfire risk in urban areas and strategies to develop fire-wise communities and trees. \nAt the end of the webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nExplain how trees and near‑structure fuels can contribute to wildfire spread and structure ignition in WUI and urban contexts.\nDescribe the basic pathways of ignition (including ember exposure) and how vegetation can catch fire and transmit risk toward structures.\nIdentify high‑risk tree/structure proximity scenarios and discuss defensible\, practical vegetation management considerations near buildings.\n\nThis webinar is approved for one ISA CEU. \nRegister here!\nPart two of the series: Blueprint for Wildfire Resilience: Using Maps\, Plans\, and Data to Protect Urban Trees (Part 2) \nPart three of the series: Turning Knowledge into Action Workshop: Applying Wildfire Science and Planning in Urban Forest Management (Part 3)
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/introduction-to-urban-trees-fire-behavior-and-zone-0-part-1/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T183000
DTSTAMP:20260630T025857Z
CREATED:20260630T025857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T025857Z
UID:18986-1784737800-1784745000@ucfsociety.org
SUMMARY:UCFS Member and Friends Meet-Up: Washington\, DC
DESCRIPTION:Let’s get to know each other! Join UCFS members and non-members for a meet-up in Washington\, DC to socialize and learn from your peers. \nFill out the registration form below and use the calendar button to add the event to your calendar. We look forward to seeing you there! \n 
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/ucfs-member-and-friends-meet-up-washington-dc/
LOCATION:Datcha Beer Garden\, 1600 7th Street\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T214316Z
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SUMMARY:Advancing Urban Forestry with Credentials That Count
DESCRIPTION:Professional certifications and qualifications are more than letters after your name—they demonstrate expertise\, build credibility\, validate competencies\, and signal a commitment to professional excellence. As urban forestry programs face increasing demands and expectations\, specialized credentials can advance careers while helping organizations build a skilled\, knowledgeable\, and resilient workforce. \nJoin us for an engaging webinar that demystifies the world of professional certifications and qualifications in arboriculture and urban forestry. We’ll explore some of the industry’s most recognized qualifications and advanced credentials and share details about the new ISA Certified Urban Forest Professional credential (formerly the ISA Certified Arborist Municipal Specialist®) to help identify the best path for achieving professional milestones for you and your staff. \nAdvancing Urban Forestry with Credentials That Count provides an overview of ISA credential pathways\, application requirements\, and continuing education expectations. You’ll learn how organizations can leverage certifications and qualifications as part of workforce development\, succession planning\, recruitment\, and retention efforts. We’ll also explore how credential requirements and preferred qualifications in job descriptions can help attract qualified candidates\, establish clear performance expectations\, and strengthen urban forestry programs. \nWhether you are exploring your first certification\, expanding your qualifications\, or developing a workforce strategy for your organization\, this webinar will help you navigate the opportunities available and build a credentialing pathway that supports professional growth and organizational success. Join us to invest in your future\, strengthen your workforce\, and discover how professional credentials can help advance urban forestry careers and programs. \nLearning Objectives \nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe the purpose\, benefits\, and requirements of arboriculture and urban forestry certifications and qualifications.\nEvaluate which credentials best align with their professional experience\, career goals\, and professional development needs.\nDevelop a credentialing strategy for themselves or their organization\, including certification maintenance and the use of credentials in job descriptions and workforce planning.\n\nThanks to Bartlett Tree Experts – our Exclusive Learning Series Partner! \nThis webinar is approved for one ISA CEU. \nWebinar topic supports the UCFS Accreditation Program: Standard 1 \nRegister today!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/advancing-urban-forestry-with-credentials-that-count/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260717T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260717T130000
DTSTAMP:20260701T181631Z
CREATED:20260629T182826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T181631Z
UID:18983-1784289600-1784293200@ucfsociety.org
SUMMARY:MFI Alumni Open-House - MFI grads only
DESCRIPTION:This event is only open to MFI alumni. \nReconnect\, recharge\, and continue your leadership journey with fellow MFI alumni during this interactive virtual open house. This is not a webinar! It is designed as space to share successes\, discuss challenges\, and exchange practical strategies for leading people\, projects\, and programs in today’s evolving urban forestry landscape. \nThrough facilitated breakout Canopy Conversations\, we will explore topics such as: \n\nPeople management: building a positive work culture\, motivating and empowering teams\, mediating conflict\, negotiating among team members and partners.\nMFI action plans and professional development: re-igniting motivation\, adapting goals\, and overcoming obstacles that have slowed progress.\nManaging challenging human dynamics: practicing response versus reaction\, strengthening adaptability\, responding to burnout\, and seeking support.\nProgram or initiative development: explore strategic planning and visioning; planning\, implementing and managing new programs; data gathering and analysis; and problem solving techniques.\n\nAt the MFI Alumni Open-House you’ll discover fresh ideas\, renewed inspiration\, and a chance to reconnect with your MFI cohort and broader alumni network – those people who understand the unique opportunities and challenges of urban forestry leadership! \nRegister here!\nNOTE: Having troubles with the registration link above? We’re working on the fix. In the meantime\, you can try opening the link in a private/incognito window or email Karla Nagy at knagy@ucfsociety.org\, and she’ll add you to the list!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/mfi-alumni-open-house-mfi-grads-only/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T130000
DTSTAMP:20260701T162831Z
CREATED:20260608T164640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T162831Z
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SUMMARY:Career Compass: Navigating your First Leadership Role
DESCRIPTION:Stepping into leadership for the first time can feel exciting\, overwhelming\, and unexpectedly complex—especially when yesterday’s peers become today’s direct reports. \n \nJoin this interactive webinar designed for new urban forestry managers and accidental leaders where we will tackle the real-world challenges of leading people\, creating accountability\, and uplifting team morale. Through practical strategies and honest discussion\, we’ll explore how to set clear expectations\, navigate difficult conversations with empathy\, delegate effectively\, and build credibility as a leader. \n  \nLeadership is more than managing tasks—it’s managing energy\, communication\, and culture. In a profession shaped by public service\, emergencies\, seasonal demands\, and constant problem-solving\, maintaining morale and preventing burnout are essential leadership skills. This session will address the key challenges many new managers face but rarely receive training for\, including giving constructive feedback\, managing conflict within teams\, prioritizing competing demands\, and learning how to shift from “doing the work” to leading the people doing the work. \nWhether you recently stepped into a supervisory role or found yourself leading without formal training\, this session will provide practical tools\, relatable insights\, and actionable strategies you can immediately apply to your work. Join the conversation and gain the confidence to lead your team with clarity\, resilience\, and purpose. \nAt the end of the webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDevelop strategies for transitioning from peer to supervisor while building accountability and team cohesion.\nApply practical leadership tools for communication\, delegation\, conflict management\, and setting expectations.\nIdentify approaches for sustaining team morale\, managing personal energy\, and preventing leadership burnout in demanding urban forestry environments.\n\nApproved for one ISA CEU \nRegister here!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/branching-out-navigating-your-first-leadership-role/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T224251Z
CREATED:20260618T224217Z
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SUMMARY:LGBTree Virtual Social 🏳️‍🌈
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Pride with LGBTree!  \nPlease join LGBTree\, a UCFS Affinity Group\, for a virtual social. Guest speakers will share their experiences and how queerness has shaped them personally and professionally. \nThis will be a time to listen\, reflect\, share\, and socialize with your tree friends who self-identify as LGBTQIA+. There will be an opportunity to break into rooms for smaller group discussions. \nWe want to ensure participants feel comfortable. Therefore\, we will keep this event open only to those in the queer community. We plan to have future events open to all\, including allies\, so please stay tuned. \nRegister here!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/lgbtree-virtual-social-%f0%9f%8f%b3%ef%b8%8f%f0%9f%8c%88/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T130000
DTSTAMP:20260518T131739Z
CREATED:20260515T203448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T131739Z
UID:18924-1781697600-1781701200@ucfsociety.org
SUMMARY:Giving Trees a Second Life: Managing Urban Habitat Trees
DESCRIPTION:Dead\, dying\, and decaying trees are usually seen as urban forestry liabilities—but they are also some of the most valuable wildlife habitats in our cities. \n \nJoin us for Giving Trees a Second Life: Managing Urban Habitat Trees to explore how habitat trees support biodiversity and provide critical shelter and food sources for urban wildlife. From legacy trees to fallen logs\, discover how habitat value increases with tree age. \nWe will examine practical strategies for managing habitat trees in urban environments while balancing public safety\, risk management\, and community education. Learn how arborists and urban forestry professionals can integrate wildlife value into tree risk assessment and long-term management decisions\, including innovative techniques such as fracture pruning\, coronet cuts\, artificial cavities\, and the strategic placement of dropped logs. Gain insight into national conservation programs that bring people together to create healthier communities – and important role of urban trees. \nWhether you are developing habitat-focused management policies or looking for practical field applications\, this session will provide actionable tools and fresh perspectives for creating more ecologically resilient urban forests. \nRegister today and discover how trees can continue to serve their communities long after decline begins. \nThanks to Bartlett Tree Experts – our Exclusive Learning Series Partner! \nThis webinar is approved for one ISA CEU. \nThis webinar supports:\nUCFS Accreditation Program:  Standard 3\nISA Urban Forest Professional: Domain 1 \nRegister here!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/giving-trees-a-second-life-managing-urban-habitat-trees/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T130000
DTSTAMP:20260515T161454Z
CREATED:20260515T161427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T161454Z
UID:18921-1779966000-1779973200@ucfsociety.org
SUMMARY:UWN Partner Event: The Harrisonburg Urban Wood Partnership
DESCRIPTION:This event is being posted on behalf of UCFS’s partner the Urban Wood Network (UWN). \nWhat: Municipal urban wood programs are a cornerstone of the urban wood industry. Across the country\, cities have built partnerships with local urban wood processors. At this educational webinar\, audience members will learn about Harrisonburg\, Virginia urban wood projects and collaborations with Rocktown Urban Wood. \nProgram Description: \nThe Harrisonburg Urban Wood Program works to reclaim wood from trees that are removed in the city—whether due to storms\, disease\, or development—and redirects that material away from waste streams. Instead of ending up as mulch or landfill\, the wood gets a second life. \nThat’s where Rocktown Urban Wood comes in as a key partner. They take that salvaged wood and transform it into usable products—furniture\, lumber\, and custom pieces—while also supporting local craftsmanship and small-scale manufacturing. \nTogether\, the partnership does a few important things: \n\nReduces waste by repurposing urban trees\nSupports the local economy through skilled labor and woodworking\nPreserves local character by keeping materials tied to the community\nPromotes sustainability in a very visible\, tangible way\n\nHarrisonburg has strong community buy-in and valuable public-private partnerships for this program. \nRSVP here
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/uwn-partner-event-the-harrisonburg-urban-wood-partnership/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T204401Z
CREATED:20260409T204401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T204401Z
UID:18846-1779278400-1779282000@ucfsociety.org
SUMMARY:Centering Community Engagement in Urban Forestry Leadership
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to Bartlett Tree Experts – our Exclusive Learning Series Partner! \nCommunity engagement is often treated as a supporting activity—but what if it were recognized as a core leadership function? \nIn this dynamic Learning Series session\, we will explore how to elevate engagement from a checklist of outreach tasks to a leadership-centered framework that informs strategic planning\, risk assessment\, and municipal operations. Drawing on real-world experience\, this session demonstrates how meaningful community engagement strengthens trust\, advances equity\, and reduces operational and political risk. \nGrounded in the UCFS Accreditation Standards\, this session highlights best practices for embedding engagement into policy\, building trust through transparent structures\, and communicating with cultural awareness. Real-life case studies illustrate how insufficient engagement can create operational\, reputational\, political\, and equity risks—and how those challenges can be transformed through deeper collaboration and shared decision-making. You’ll leave with a practical framework for aligning engagement approaches with project risk levels. \nDesigned for municipal foresters\, nonprofit programs\, and community leaders\, Centering Community Engagement in Urban Forestry Leadership emphasizes that community engagement is not an “extra” skill—it’s a foundational leadership responsibility essential for advancing equity\, mitigating risk\, and ensuring long-term program success. \nJoin us to transform the way you lead—you’ll gain the tools\, strategies\, and inspiration to make community engagement a driving force in your urban forestry programs. \nAt the end of the webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nApply a leadership-centered framework to integrate community engagement into strategic planning\, risk assessment\, and municipal operations.\nEvaluate how different levels of engagement (inform\, consult\, involve\, collaborate\, empower) align with project risk and community impact.\nIncorporate engagement strategies that build trust\, advance equity\, and reduce operational and political risk.\n\n  \nThis webinar is approved for one ISA CEU. \nThis webinar supports your knowledge and learning for: \nUCFS Accreditation Standard: Standard 4\, Community Engagement \nISA Certified Urban Forest Professional (CUFP): Domain 3\, Communication and Public Awareness \nRegister here!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/centering-community-engagement-in-urban-forestry-leadership/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T133000
DTSTAMP:20260408T142249Z
CREATED:20260408T142238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T142249Z
UID:18835-1778756400-1778765400@ucfsociety.org
SUMMARY:Certified Urban Forest Professional Study Groups - Session One
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to take the next step and become an ISA Certified Urban Forest Professional – but need help preparing for the exam?  \nUCFS has you covered! Starting in May\, we’ll host a five-part study group where you can connect with peers\, learn from experienced urban foresters\, and have access to a curated study resource list.  Prepare together to pass the exam with confidence.  Find out more and get started today!  \nSchedule  \nWeekly for five Fridays at 9am PT/10am MT/11am CT/12pm ET  \n\nMay 14: Session 1 \n\n\nMay 21: Session 2 \n\n\nMay 28: Session 3 \n\n\nJune 4: Session 4  \n\n\nJune 11: Session 5 \n\nInvestment \n$65 for UCFS members\, $100 for non-members \nMore information and registration here
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/certified-urban-forest-professional-study-groups/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T154316Z
CREATED:20260407T191405Z
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SUMMARY:Career Compass: Rooted and Rising: Turning Early Career Challenges into Lasting Success
DESCRIPTION:This is the first in our three-part Career Compass series. \nThe first five years of our careers rarely unfold the way we expect—and that’s not a setback\, it’s an opportunity. \n \nJoin us for an energizing\, peer-driven session that reframes the early career phase as a time of exploration and strategic positioning\, helping you move forward with clarity and purpose. Through candid\, real-world stories from peers we’ll explore how to turn everyday tasks into meaningful experience—connecting routine tree work to broader planning and ecological goals\, embracing less glamorous assignments as skill-building opportunities\, and becoming a go-to contributor across teams. \nThis interactive session—brought to you by the UCFS Young & Emerging Professionals—is the first of three in the Career Compass series\, designed to support your navigation through key stages of career growth. In Rooted and Rising: Turning Early Career Challenges into Lasting Success we’ll dive into how to stay motivated when progress feels slow\, handle rejection with professionalism\, and find a sustainable work-life balance while building your credentials. \nStep into a space built for connection\, learning\, and conversation—and take your first step toward building a career that is confident\, capable\, and impactful. You’ll leave with fresh \n perspective\, practical tools\, and a renewed sense of direction.\nAt the end of the webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify strategies for navigating the early career challenges\, gaining experience outside of work and developing a professional network.\nApply practical tools for staying motivated\, handling rejection\, and obtaining a sustainable work-life balance.\nTurn routine or less glamorous tasks into meaningful contributions that advance professional growth.\n\nThis workshop webinar is approved for 1 ISA CEU. \nRegister today!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/rooted-and-rising-turning-early-career-challenges-into-lasting-success/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T130000
DTSTAMP:20260318T153534Z
CREATED:20260317T222557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T153534Z
UID:18687-1776254400-1776258000@ucfsociety.org
SUMMARY:Unlocking the Power of Tree Inventory Data
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to Bartlett Tree Experts – our Exclusive Learning Series Partner! \nTree inventories are far more than a catalog of species\, size\, condition\, and location—they are dynamic management tools that can drive smarter decisions\, streamline daily operations\, and strengthen long-term urban forest management. \nIn Unlocking the Power of Tree Inventory Data\, we pull back the curtain on one city that leverages tree inventory software to support every facet of its daily urban forestry operations. Through a practical\, real-time demonstration\, you’ll step into a typical workday and see how data supports action to: \n\nRespond quickly and effectively to resident service requests\nManage field data\, work orders\, and contractors with ease\nTrack expenses and stay on top of budgets\nNavigate and document storm-related response\nTurn data into insight for long-term planning\n\nThis practical and interactive webinar is a behind-the-scenes look at how technology can transform the way you manage your urban forest. Whether you’re building a program from the ground up or looking to get more out of your existing tree inventory software\, you’ll walk away with practical strategies to make your inventory data work harder\, faster\, and smarter. \nAt the end of the webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nApply tree inventory data to support daily operational decision-making\, including service requests\, work orders\, and contractor management.\nAnalyze inventory data to improve budgeting\, track expenditures\, and support transparent resource allocation.\nIntegrate tree inventory systems into long-term planning and storm response to strengthen program efficiency and resilience.\n\nThis webinar is approved for one ISA CEU. \nFor participants seeking the ISA Urban Forest Professional credential\, this workshop covers topics in Domain 1 and the UCFS Accreditation Program\, Standard 3. \nRegister Today!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/unlocking-the-power-of-tree-inventory-data/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T133000
DTSTAMP:20260224T145727Z
CREATED:20260224T145727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T145727Z
UID:18664-1773835200-1773840600@ucfsociety.org
SUMMARY:Demystifying Urban Forest Ordinances from Policy to Practice
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to Bartlett Tree Experts – our Exclusive Learning Series Partner! \nUrban forest ordinances aren’t just technical paperwork—they’re the legal backbone that shapes planning\, management\, and long-term program success. Join UCFS for a dynamic workshop that demystifies ordinance language and gives you the tools you need to shape resilient\, future-ready tree care policy. \nDemystifying Urban Forest Ordinances from Policy to Practice Workshop is a 90-minute interactive session\, we’ll dive into the new ordinance assessment tool from Arbor Day Foundation\, explore best practices outlined new in UCFS’s Accreditation Standards\, and get-real world guidance and feedback from industry leaders. \nSmall\, facilitated breakout groups will give you time to dig into local challenges\, compare approaches with peers\, and walk away with actionable next steps. If you need clarity\, confidence\, and a roadmap for strengthening your city’s tree ordinance\, this workshop is your launch point. \nThe workshop builds upon the December Learning Series\, which introduced a practical approach to identifying the unique priorities\, conditions\, and characteristics that shape local urban forestry policies. Together\, these sessions equip you with the tools for developing or updating tree ordinances that reflect best practices and local conditions. \nAt the end of the webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nEvaluate municipal tree ordinances using an assessment tool and identify opportunities for strengthening ordinance language and alignment with local governance structures.\nApply best practices standards to strengthen cohesive\, resilient\, and well-managed urban forestry programs.\nDevelop actionable strategies —informed by peer feedback—for drafting and updating ordinances that strengthen municipal forestry programs.\n\nThis workshop webinar is approved for 1.5 ISA CEUs. \nFor participants seeking the ISA Urban Forest Professional credential\, this workshop covers topics in Domain 4 and the UCFS Accreditation Program\, Standard 2. \nRegister Here!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/demystifying-urban-forest-ordinances-from-policy-to-practice/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T170000
DTSTAMP:20260304T150020Z
CREATED:20260304T150020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T150020Z
UID:18678-1773414000-1773421200@ucfsociety.org
SUMMARY:UCFS and LGBTree Meet-Up: Chicago
DESCRIPTION:UCFS and LGBTree invite you to a social and meet-up in Chicago! We have so many wonderful members and friends in the area\, we’d love to get together for some socializing!\nDate: March 13th\nTime: 3pm-5pm CST\nLocation:  Catalpa Plaza\, across street from Pizza Lobo 5457 N Clark St\, Chicago\, IL 60640\nDescription: Educational event showing off local tree projects in the area highlighting Montrose Beach area. Come meet other Midwest urban and community forestry experts with food and drink after at Pizza Lobo.\nFood: Pizza will be provided \nRegister here!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/ucfs-and-lgbtree-meet-up-chicago/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T120000
DTSTAMP:20250701T194812Z
CREATED:20250701T194812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T194812Z
UID:18135-1771776000-1772193600@ucfsociety.org
SUMMARY:Municipal Forestry Institute 2026
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for the Municipal Forestry Institute (MFI) 2026! Applications to apply for MFI will open on August 1\, 2025 and accepted applicants will be notified by mid-November 2025. Watch the MFI page for more details.
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/municipal-forestry-institute-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T130000
DTSTAMP:20251219T163851Z
CREATED:20251219T163851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T163851Z
UID:18535-1770811200-1770814800@ucfsociety.org
SUMMARY:From Crisis to Canopy: Lessons from Cedar Rapids’ Derecho Storm Recovery
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to Bartlett Tree Experts – our Exclusive Learning Series Partner! \nFrom Crisis to Canopy: Lessons from Cedar Rapids’ Derecho Storm Recovery \nIn August 2020\, a powerful derecho—one of the most destructive windstorms in U.S. history—swept across Iowa and the Midwest\, leaving widespread devastation in its wake. Cedar Rapids\, located in eastern Iowa\, was hardest hit. In a matter of hours\, the city lost more than 650\,000 trees\, 65% of its canopy; and saw neighborhoods\, homes\, and public infrastructure suffer catastrophic damage. \nFrom Crisis to Canopy explores how Cedar Rapids transformed an unprecedented disaster into a model for long-term urban forest recovery. This session reviews the City’s immediate response and the development of ReLeaf Cedar Rapids\, a bold 10-year plan to restore the urban tree canopy. Designed as a coordinated\, data-driven roadmap\, ReLeaf Cedar Rapids prioritizes equitable replanting\, guides species selection\, and aligns public and private property efforts to ensure sustained canopy restoration across the city. \nIn this webinar you’ll discover how strategic preparation\, strong partnerships\, and a commitment to community-driven planning fueled one of the most ambitious urban forestry recovery efforts in the Midwest. Join us to learn what it takes to rebuild after large-scale canopy loss—and what you can do now to prepare your city for the next major storm. \nThis webinar is approved for one ISA CEU. \nThis webinar meets Domain 1 for ISA CUFP and Standard 3 for UCFS Accreditation. \nRegister today!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/from-crisis-to-canopy-lessons-from-cedar-rapids-derecho-storm-recovery/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T130000
DTSTAMP:20251203T191038Z
CREATED:20251126T180509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T191038Z
UID:18528-1768996800-1769000400@ucfsociety.org
SUMMARY:Turning Data into Action — How Tampa is Rebuilding an Equitable and Resilient Urban Forest
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to Bartlett Tree Experts – our Exclusive Learning Series Partner! \nJoin the first Learning Series session of the year! Learn how the City of Tampa is transforming its urban forestry efforts by building not just a tree planting program\, but a coordinated system that connects data\, city departments and community partners. This session highlights how Tampa is translating two decades of canopy loss and urban heat data into strategic\, equity-focused tree plantings across both public and private property. \nFollowing major hurricane impacts\, the City of Tampa has turned post-storm recovery into an opportunity to restore and reimagine its urban forest. Through the Trees for Tampa initiative\, multiple city departments\, nonprofits\, and private partners are working together to restore canopy cover\, enhance resilience\, and promote the benefits of trees to all residents. \nJoin us to explore critical insights from Tampa for municipal foresters who are navigating similar challenges of canopy decline\, climate stress\, and the need for coordinated\, data-driven action. \nLearning Objectives\nAt the end of the webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nEffectively utilize long-term canopy and heat data to guide strategic\, equitable tree planting on both public and private property.\nIdentify methods for coordinating across municipal departments and community partners to advance shared urban forestry goals.\nApply lessons from Tampa’s Trees for Tampa strategy to strengthen resilience\, equity\, and cross-sector collaboration in their own communities.\n\nApproved for one ISA CEU. \nRegister today!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/turning-data-into-action-how-tampa-is-rebuilding-an-equitable-and-resilient-urban-forest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T130000
DTSTAMP:20251203T152023Z
CREATED:20251027T153924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T152023Z
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SUMMARY:Community Needs Assessment for Resilient Urban Forestry Programs
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the UCFS Learning Series – generously supported by Bartlett Tree Experts! \nWhile many municipalities share common challenges\, each community operates within a unique context that shapes the response to these challenges. In this webinar\, we will introduce a Framework for Assessing Community Forestry Needs\, a practical approach to identify the distinct characteristics\, priorities\, and conditions that influence local urban forestry programs — insights that are essential for developing or updating tree ordinances that serve as a strong foundation for cohesive and resilient municipal forestry efforts. \nParticipants will be guided through a step-by-step process for assessing urban forestry programs to uncover critical challenges such as misaligned policies\, funding gaps\, and infrastructure conflicts. Through real-world examples and proven strategies\, you’ll discover how to respond to these challenges and foster more cohesive\, inclusive\, and resilient municipal forestry programs. \nJoin us to explore how this valuable community forestry needs assessment can align policy\, practice\, and community priorities —strengthening both your program and the urban forest it serves. \nAt the end of the webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nApply the Community Forestry Needs Assessment to identify unique community needs and evaluate critical challenges.\nTransform assessment findings into actionable strategies that guide the creation and improvement of effective\, locally relevant tree ordinances.\nDesign approaches that build cohesive\, inclusive\, and resilient municipal forestry programs\, strengthening alignment between policy\, practice\, and community engagement.\n\nApproved for one ISA CEU. \nRegister today!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/community-needs-assessment-for-resilient-urban-forestry-programs/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T170000
DTSTAMP:20250701T183304Z
CREATED:20250701T183304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T183304Z
UID:18107-1763380800-1763485200@ucfsociety.org
SUMMARY:UCFS Annual Conference and Tradeshow
DESCRIPTION:Learn about What Works (and What Doesn’t) in Urban Forestry! \nJoin us in Henderson\, Nevada for this year’s annual UCFS Conference and Tradeshow! There’s nothing like a conference to help you gain new\, actionable ideas all while gathering with people who know and understand your work. \nAt the November 18\, 2025 conference\, held in conjunction with the Partners in Community Forestry Conference\, a thoughtfully designed program will address the issues most impacting urban foresters each day. \nLearn from real world case studies of urban and community forestry in action. \nEngage in knowledge sharing and peer-to-peer learning. \nBe with your tree people who understand the challenges and triumphs of being an urban or community forester. \nPlan now to join us for several pre-conference activities on November 17\, including a tour lead by City of Henderson Parks and Recreation. As a city that only gets three inches of rain per year\, managing trees and landscapes with less water will provide lessons for us all. \nFind out more and register today!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/ucfs-annual-conference-and-tradeshow/
LOCATION:The M Resort\, 12300 Las Vegas Blvd S\, Henderson\, NV\, 89044\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T130000
DTSTAMP:20250825T211359Z
CREATED:20250825T211359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T211359Z
UID:18375-1761739200-1761742800@ucfsociety.org
SUMMARY:Growing the Next Generation of Urban Forestry Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the UCFS Learning Series – generously supported by Bartlett Tree Experts! \nTomorrow’s urban forests depend on the seeds we plant today—and the passion we inspire in our next generations. This webinar showcase creative\, proven programs that connect youth with the knowledge and skills needed to care for and champion our urban canopy. \nDiscover how a Youth Forest Council in Austin\, Texas is driving tree planting in the neighborhoods that need it most\, how TreeQuest in Boise\, Idaho is turning students into tree inventory champions\, and how a school-based nursery in Union County\, North Carolina is growing shade—and future leaders. \nFrom big-picture planning to growing and planting trees alongside students\, these innovative initiatives will highlight how urban forest education\, public service\, and workforce development can build a more inclusive\, skilled\, and resilient workforce and remove barriers to careers in urban forestry. By opening pathways to leadership and career opportunities\, these programs not only strengthen communities but also ensure the long-term care of our urban forests. \nPacked with real-world examples and actionable strategies from a panel of speakers with first-hand experience\, this session will spark fresh ideas to educate\, engage\, and equip youth to lead the way in building greener\, healthier communities—our future urban forests begin with the seeds we plant today. \nISA CEUs applied for and pending. \nRegister today!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/growing-the-next-generation-of-urban-forestry-leaders/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T130000
DTSTAMP:20250725T163443Z
CREATED:20250725T163443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T163443Z
UID:18257-1759406400-1759410000@ucfsociety.org
SUMMARY:Career Compass: Level Up Your Leadership with Vision\, Purpose\, & Impact
DESCRIPTION:Are you a year or more into your role and eager to take your leadership skills to the next level? \nJoin us for the third session in the Young & Emerging Professionals Career Compass series\, Level Up Your Leadership. Designed for early-career urban forestry professionals\, this engaging webinar prepares you to transition from managing day-to-day into intentional leadership. You’ve built relationships and mastered your daily tasks; now\, lead with clarity\, confidence\, and purpose. \nTogether\, we’ll explore how to define your leadership vision\, align your personal goals with your organization’s mission\, and measure your impact with an actionable workplan. Whether you’re building a new program or refining an existing one\, this session will help you lead with strategy and heart\, and answer the essential question – How do I know I’m doing a good job? \nKey topics the panelists will discuss: \n\nDefining and Measuring Success – Learn how to balance your internal goals\, values\, and vision with organizational priorities and performance metrics.\nBuilding a Program – Hear real-world stories from professionals who’ve created\, adapted\, and aligned programs with impactful strategic goals.\nPutting the “Work” in Network – Get practical tips on seeking feedback\, collaborating across teams\, and leveraging your network to drive results.\nProfessional Development – Discover ways to grow through certifications\, memberships\, and targeted opportunities—while avoiding burnout.\n\nLevel Up Your Leadership is an interactive experience. You’ll have the opportunity to engage directly with the featured speakers during a Q&A session. \nLearning Objectives \nAfter the webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify key strategies for developing a personal leadership vision and aligning it with their organizational goals.\nApply techniques to evaluate programs and incorporate metrics to measure effectiveness and guide improvements.\nStrengthen collaboration and networking skills to amplify impact and professional growth.\n\nISA CEUs applied for and pending \nRegister today!\nCatch up on past Career Compass webinars here.
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/career-compass-level-up-your-leadership-with-vision-purpose-impact/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T130000
DTSTAMP:20250807T210518Z
CREATED:20250807T210518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T210518Z
UID:18247-1758110400-1758114000@ucfsociety.org
SUMMARY:Getting to the Roots of Resilience: Re-examining Urban Landscape Diversification
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a UCFS Learning Series webinar – sponsored by Bartlett Tree Experts! \nWhen it comes to designing and managing landscapes\, we’ve all learned that low-diversity\, monoculture landscapes are not sustainable—but why is that? What does it truly mean to diversify a landscape\, and how does it lead to healthier\, more resilient urban environments? \nIn this dynamic\, research-based webinar\, Dr. Chris Riley\, Entomologist at Bartlett Tree Experts\, will do a deep dive into the science and strategy behind building diverse urban landscapes that can stand up to climate stress\, pest outbreaks\, and limited resources. \nJoin us\, as we explore the different dimensions of diversity—species\, structure\, and function—and how they contribute to ecological resilience. We’ll unpack recent research connecting biodiversity with pest suppression and reduced maintenance inputs\, and walk through a practical\, step-by-step diversification strategy that can increase ecological resilience in your urban landscape. \nWhether you’re planting new trees or managing existing landscapes\, this session will help you rethink your approach and root your work in the power of ecological diversity. \nLearning Objectives \nAt the end of the webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDefine and contextualize landscape diversification in urban forestry\, distinguishing between species richness\, structural complexity\, and functional diversity.\nEvaluate the key ecological drivers behind diversification efforts\, including climate adaptation and pest resistance/resilience.\nApply a decision-making framework to guide the planning and implementation of diversification strategies that are ecologically sound and operationally feasible.\n\nSpecial thank you to Bartlett Tree Experts for their generous sponsorship of this event and continued support of the Urban and Community Forestry Society. \nRegister today!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/getting-to-the-roots-of-resilience-re-examining-urban-landscape-diversification/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T150000
DTSTAMP:20250825T213110Z
CREATED:20250825T211802Z
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UID:18377-1758031200-1758034800@ucfsociety.org
SUMMARY:LGBTree Social
DESCRIPTION:Join UCFS members and friends for a virtual social with LGBTree! 🏳️‍🌈 \nPlease join LGBTree\, a UCFS Affinity Group\, for a virtual social. This will be a time to socialize and be with your tree friends who self-identify as LGBTQIA+. \nWe want to ensure participants feel comfortable. Therefore\, we will be keeping this event open to just those in the queer community. We plan to have future events open to all\, including allies\, so please stay tuned. \nRegister today!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/lgbtree-social/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T130000
DTSTAMP:20250416T124313Z
CREATED:20250416T122225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T124313Z
UID:17848-1755172800-1755176400@ucfsociety.org
SUMMARY:Mapping the Future of Urban Forests: Explore the National Urban Tree Canopy Assessment and Planning Tool
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a UCFS Learning Series webinar – sponsored by Bartlett Tree Experts! \nWhat if every city—no matter its size or resources—could instantly visualize the size and history of its urban forest? Now\, it can. \nFor the first time ever\, communities across the U.S. have access to utilizing high-resolution aerial imagery\, and local\, regional and nationwide urban tree canopy data—thanks to a groundbreaking partnership between the U.S. Forest Service\, the Arbor Day Foundation\, and PlanIT Geo. This collaboration has launched the National Urban Tree Canopy Assessment and TreeCanopy.US\, a transformative platform that integrates GIS data\, an interactive map viewer\, and a planning tool to support equitable\, data-driven urban forestry efforts. \nThe tool empowers all communities—from small towns to major metros—to better understand and manage their urban forests\, giving users the ability to explore land cover statistics\, development trends\, and individual tree canopies—all summarized at the census block group level. Looking ahead\, expanded features\, data updates\, and resources will launch in 2025\, including a downloadable National Baseline Canopy Assessment Report offering a comprehensive snapshot of urban tree canopy across the U.S. \nThis webinar will include a live demonstration of the platform’s capabilities\, showing how urban foresters\, planners\, and community leaders can: \n\nUse GIS-based data to assess and monitor their urban forest and track tree canopy gains and losses over time.\nIdentify priority planting areas based on canopy and environmental equity.\nVisualize canopy coverage and development pressures at both local and regional scales.\nInform urban forestry strategies and policy decisions with real-time\, accessible insights.\n\nJoin UCFS and PlanIT Geo for this must-attend session – this is your chance to gain access to a game-changing tool and join the national movement to build healthier and greener cities. Don’t miss out on shaping the future of urban forestry with the local urban tree canopy data leading the way. Access the platform and explore its capabilities at: https://treesatwork.org/ \nLearning Objectives\nAt the end of the webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand how to access and interpret GIS-based urban tree canopy data at local and regional scales using TreeCanopy.US.\nLearn how to use the interactive viewer and planning tool to track canopy changes\, assess tree loss\, and identify high-priority areas for reforestation.\nGain insights into how nationwide\, standardized tree canopy data can support urban forestry planning\, equity initiatives\, and climate resilience strategies.\n\nRegister today!\nISA CEUs applied for and pending.
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/mapping-the-future-of-urban-forests-explore-the-national-urban-tree-canopy-assessment-and-planning-tool/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T130000
DTSTAMP:20250529T174325Z
CREATED:20250529T174325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T174325Z
UID:18051-1752753600-1752757200@ucfsociety.org
SUMMARY:Treesilience: Cultivating Safe Trees\, Equitable Canopies\, and Resilient Communities
DESCRIPTION:A UCFS Learning Series Webinar. Thank you to Bartlett Tree Experts for their support of the entire Learning Series! \nDead or dying trees don’t just create safety hazards—they also threaten public trust in the value of urban trees and the long-term health of our city canopies. When a tree looms as a danger to a home or power line\, it’s hard to see it as an asset. And for many residents—especially in historically marginalized communities—the cost of pruning or removing hazardous trees is out of reach\, leaving property owners\, neighborhoods\, and city departments stuck between risk and limited resources. \nThat’s where Treesilience comes in. \nLaunched in 2020 by The Nature Conservancy and the USDA Forest Service\, Treesilience is a growing national initiative helping communities remove hazardous trees\, maintain mature canopy\, and plant for the future—with a strong focus on equity. The program prioritizes historically underserved neighborhoods\, where tree canopy is most threatened and where residents stand to gain the most from healthier urban forests. \nFor community and urban foresters\, this webinar offers an opportunity to connect with a replicable model that: \n\nsupports private property owners with the cost of tree care\,\nreduces risks before they become emergencies\,\nstrengthens public trust in urban forestry programs\, and\nbuilds local capacity through community partnerships and workforce development\n\nToday\, Treesilience programs are active in eight U.S. cities\, each shaped by local needs and partnerships. In this Learning Series webinar\, you’ll hear directly how they are scaling impact and building long-term canopy resilience through creative\, community-driven approaches: \n\nChicago\, IL – Urban forestry workforce development\nKansas City\, MO – City/state/nonprofit collaborative emerald ash borer response\nBaton Rouge\, LA – Partnerships restoring trees in parks and public spaces\nSt. Louis\, MO – Empowering tree advocates and creating a private property tree care toolkit\n\nThis webinar will share actionable ideas\, proven strategies\, and inspiration for everyone working in urban forestry. Join us to learn how Treesilience programs are transforming urgent tree care needs into opportunities for equity\, safety\, and long-term resilience in communities across the country. \nLearning Objectives \nAt the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify strategies to support private property tree care and complement municipal efforts with cost-sharing\, community engagement\, and workforce development.\nEmpower community members to lead urban forestry initiatives\, identifying dead or high-risk trees and opportunities for planting new trees.\nImplement collaborative\, equity-focused plans to address hazardous trees and protect tree canopy on private property.\n\nISA CEUs are applied for and pending. \nRegister today!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/treesilience-cultivating-safe-trees-equitable-canopies-and-resilient-communities/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T200000
DTSTAMP:20250623T211443Z
CREATED:20250623T211422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T211443Z
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SUMMARY:LGBTree Pride Month Social
DESCRIPTION:Join UCFS members and friends for a virtual social with LGBTree! 🏳️‍🌈 \nPlease join LGBTree\, a UCFS Affinity Group\, for a virtual social. This will be a time to socialize and be with your tree friends who self-identify as LGBTQIA+. There will be an opportunity to break into rooms for smaller group discussion. \nWe want to ensure participants feel comfortable. Therefore\, we will be keeping this event open to just those in the queer community. We plan to have future events open to all\, including allies\, so please stay tuned. \nRegister here!
URL:https://ucfsociety.org/event/lgbtree-pride-month-social/
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