Minnesota Shade Tree Short Course 2012 PROGRAM
THE 50TH ANNUAL MINNESOTA SHADE TREE SHORT COURSE March 20-21, 2012
PROGRAM TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 2012 6:45 a.m.
Registration Begins – Benson Great Hall Foyer
General Sessions – Benson Great Hall 7:30
Welcome and Opening Remarks Gary Johnson, Department of Forest Resources, College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resources Science, University of Minnesota
7:45
GSI: Our Forests: The Past and Future of Forestry in America Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Katie Fernholz, Dovetail Partners, Inc.
8:40
GSII: Understanding Wood Decay in Trees and Wood Products Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Bob Blanchette, University of Minnesota
9:35
GSIII: Arborists as Athletes: Measuring Performance Moderator: First Last, Affiliation John Ball, South Dakota State University
10:30-12:15 p.m.
Exhibits and the Tree House of Horrors
11:00 11:20 11:45
Group 1 Lunch Break – Dining Center Group 2 Lunch Break – Dining Center Group 3 Lunch Break – Dining Center
12:15-1:00
Concurrent Sessions
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Connecting People with Their Trees: Turning Tree Biology into Art Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Tom Peter, Respectful Transitions
C
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Common Decay Problems in Landscape Trees Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Robert Blanchette, University of Minnesota
T,
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Conifer Defoliators in Minnesota Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Jeff Hahn, University of Minnesota
B
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Support Systems for Mechanically-Challenged Trees Moderator: First, Last, Affiliation Gary Wemeier, Northern Arborists
T
Room #
Invasive Tree Pests Threatening Minnesota’s Trees
B
Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Bob Koch, Minnesota Department of Agriculture
50th Annual Minnesota Shade Tree Short Course
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Native Trees of Minnesota Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Dave Hanson, Minnesota Department of Transportation
B
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Problematic Pests of Tilia Species: What you Need to Know Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Chris Williamson, University of Wisconsin Madison
A
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Spots, Casts, Blights and Other Frights: Common Plagues of Pine Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Glen Stanosz, University of Wisconsin Madison
B, T
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Thousand Cankers Disease: Biology, Distribution, Detection and Management B, T Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Jennifer Juzwik, United States Forest Service
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Tree City USA: Recipients, Banner Awards, Personal Tales Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Ken Holman, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
1:15-2:00
Concurrent Sessions
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Blowing in the Wind: Wind-Resisting Features of Trees Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Steven Vogel, Duke University
A
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Small-Stature Trees for the Upper Midwest Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Jeff Iles, Iowa State University
B
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Deicing Salts and the Decline of Pines in the Dakotas Moderator: First Last, Affiliation John Ball, South Dakota State University
T,
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Diagnosing and Correcting Soil Problems: The Physical Challenges of Urban Soils Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Chris Carlson, Kent State University
T,
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What Builds Community Capacity? Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Rich Hauer, University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
C
C,
KEY: -Only offered one time, -Pre-registration required, T-Technical, B-Best Sessions for Tree Inspectors, A-Advanced Technical, C-Community Forestry, E-ISA Exam Prep 2
50th Annual Minnesota Shade Tree Short Course
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Drought: Physiology, Ecology and Why I Should Care Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Joe Zeleznik, North Dakota State University
T
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Invasive Exotics: The Michigan Experience Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Steve Katovich and Joe O’Brien, United States Forest Service
A, C
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Paths in the Landscape Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Diana Alfuth, University of Wisconsin Extension
T
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Effective Urban Forestry Techniques in Road Design for The Preservation of Existing Trees in Milwaukee. Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Jim Kringer, City of Milwaukee
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Biology and Management of Bur Oak Blight, a Newly Recognized Disease in Iowa and Minnesota Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Thomas Harrington, Iowa State University
2:00-2:45
Exhibits, Refreshments, and “Mini-Sessions” in the Exhibit Hall
T, C
B, T
Coffee and refreshments sponsored by Vermeer Sales and Service. 2:45-3:45
Concurrent Sessions
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Water, Water, Everywhere! The Impacts of Flooding on Tree and Shrub Health B, T Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Ron Smith, North Dakota State University
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Developing and Urban Context for the Assignment of Site Index for Better Urban Practices Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Jason Grabosky, Rutgers University
A,
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Maintenance Issues with Vegetated Stormwater BMPs Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Gregg Thompson, City of Eagan
A,
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The Rationale and Practice of Funding Community Forestry through Municipal Infrastructure Budgets Moderator: First Last, Affiliation David Forsell, Keep Indianapolis Beautiful, Inc.
C
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A Review of UAA’s New Best Management Practice Establishing a Closed Chain of Use in the Utility Vegetation Management Industry Moderator: First Last, Affiliation John Goodfellow, BioCompliance Consulting, Inc.
T,
KEY: -Only offered one time, -Pre-registration required, T-Technical, B-Best Sessions for Tree Inspectors, A-Advanced Technical, C-Community Forestry, E-ISA Exam Prep 3
50th Annual Minnesota Shade Tree Short Course
KEY: -Only offered one time, -Pre-registration required, T-Technical, B-Best Sessions for Tree Inspectors, A-Advanced Technical, C-Community Forestry, E-ISA Exam Prep 4
50th Annual Minnesota Shade Tree Short Course
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The Scientific Basis for Emerald Ash Borer Management and Ash Conservation A in Urban Forests and Landscapes Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Dan Herms, Ohio State University
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Through the Trees: How Tree Rings Can Help Us Understand Environmental Change in Minnesota Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Scott St. George, University of Minnesota
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A Tree Preservation Project – Ten Years After. Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Gregg Hove, City of Eagan
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Urban Wildlife Management Moderator: First Last, Affiliation John Loegering, University of Minnesota Crookston
B
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Diagnosing Tree Diseases Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Michelle Grabowski, University of Minnesota
B
3:45 4:15 5:30
Adjourn Minnesota Society of Arboriculture (MSA) Business Meeting – Como Park MSA Winter Picnic – Como Park (food and drink compliments of MSA)
A
C
KEY: -Only offered one time, -Pre-registration required, T-Technical, B-Best Sessions for Tree Inspectors, A-Advanced Technical, C-Community Forestry, E-ISA Exam Prep 5
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21, 2012
50th Annual Minnesota Shade Tree Short Course
General Sessions – Benson Great Hall 7:45
GSIV: Electrical Touch Potential Exposure Created by Tree Contact with Overhead Power Lines Moderator: First Last, Affiliation John Goodfellow, BioCompliance Consulting, Inc.
8:40
GSV: An Overview of Designed Soils for the Integration of Trees, Pavement and Stormwater Management Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Jason Grabosky, Rutgers University
9:35
GSVI: Targeted Stormwater Management Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Gregg Thompson, City of Edina
10:30-12:15 p.m.
Exhibits and the Tree House of Horrors
11:00 11:20 11:45
Group 1 Lunch Break – Dining Center Group 2 Lunch Break – Dining Center Group 3 Lunch Break – Dining Center
12:15-1:00
Concurrent Sessions
Room #
Current Trends, Standards and BMPs for Tree Risk Assessment Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Skip Kincaid, Davey Resource Group
T
Room #
The Rationale and Practice of Funding Community Forestry through Municipal Infrastructure Budgets Moderator: First Last, Affiliation David Forsell, Keep Indianapolis Beautiful, Inc.
C
Room #
Diagnosing Tree Diseases Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Michelle Grabowski, University of Minnesota
B
Room #
A Tree Preservation Project – Ten Years After. Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Gregg Hove, City of Eagan
Room #
The Scientific Basis for Emerald Ash Borer Management and Ash Conservation A in Urban Forests and Landscapes Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Daniel Herms, Ohio State University
Room #
Small-Stature Trees for the Upper Midwest Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Jeffery Iles, Iowa State University
C
B
KEY: -Only offered one time, -Pre-registration required, T-Technical, B-Best Sessions for Tree Inspectors, A-Advanced Technical, C-Community Forestry, E-ISA Exam Prep 6
50th Annual Minnesota Shade Tree Short Course
Room #
Blowing in the Wind: Wind-Resisting Features of Trees Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Steven Vogel, Duke University
A
Room #
Through the Trees: How Tree Rings Can Help Us Understand Environmental Change in Minnesota Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Scott St. George, University of Minnesota
A
Room #
Diagnosing Tree and Shrub Disorders: Plant Problems that Begin with Soil Problems Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Chris Carlson, Kent State University
T,
1:15-2:00
Concurrent Sessions
Room #
Spots, Casts, Blights and Other Frights: Common Plagues of Pine Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Glen Stanosz, University of Wisconsin Madison
B, T
Room #
Native Trees of Minnesota Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Dave Hanson, Minnesota Department of Transportation
B
Room #
Drought: Physiology, Ecology and Why I Should Care Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Joseph Zeleznik, North Dakota State University
T
Room #
Invasive Exotics: The Michigan Experience Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Steven Katovich and Joseph O’Brien, United States Forest Service
A, C
Room #
Paths in the Landscape Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Diana Alfuth, University of Wisconsin Extension
T
Room #
Effective Urban Forestry Techniques in Road Design for The Preservation of Existing Trees in Milwaukee. Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Jim Kringer, City of Milwaukee
Room #
Problematic Pests of Tilia Species: What you Need to Know Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Chris Williamson, University of Wisconsin Madison
A
Room #
Urban Wildlife Management Moderator: First Last, Affiliation John Loegering, University of Minnesota Crookston
B
Room #
Connecting People with Their Trees: Turning Tree Biology into Art Moderator: First Last, Affiliation
C
KEY: -Only offered one time, -Pre-registration required, T-Technical, B-Best Sessions for Tree Inspectors, A-Advanced Technical, C-Community Forestry, E-ISA Exam Prep 7
T, C
Thomas Peters, Respectful Transitions
50th Annual Minnesota Shade Tree Short Course
2:00-2:45
Exhibits, Refreshments, and “Mini-Sessions” in the Exhibit Hall
2:05-2:35
Door Prizes
KEY: -Only offered one time, -Pre-registration required, T-Technical, B-Best Sessions for Tree Inspectors, A-Advanced Technical, C-Community Forestry, E-ISA Exam Prep 8
50th Annual Minnesota Shade Tree Short Course
2:45-3:45
Concurrent Sessions
Room #
Biology and Management of Bur Oak Blight, a Newly Recognized Disease in Iowa and Minnesota Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Thomas Harrington, Iowa State University
Room #
Thousand Cankers Disease: Biology, Distribution, Detection and Management B, T Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Jennifer Juzwik, United States Forest Service
Room #
Water, Water, Everywhere! The Impacts of Flooding on Tree and Shrub Health B, T Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Ronald Smith, North Dakota State University
Room #
What Builds Community Capacity? Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Richard Hauer, University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
C
Room #
Current Trends, Standards and BMPs for Tree Risk Assessment Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Skip Kincaid, Davey Resource Group
T
Room #
Support Systems for Mechanically-Challenged Trees Moderator: First, Last, Affiliation Gary Wemeier, Northern Arborists
T
Room #
Conifer Defoliators in Minnesota Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Jeffrey Hahn, University of Minnesota
B
Room #
Invasive Tree Pests Threatening Minnesota’s Trees Moderator: First Last, Affiliation Robert Koch, Minnesota Department of Agriculture
B
3:45
Adjourn
KEY: -Only offered one time, -Pre-registration required, T-Technical, B-Best Sessions for Tree Inspectors, A-Advanced Technical, C-Community Forestry, E-ISA Exam Prep 9
B, T