In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to spot common structural issues in newly planted trees and understand proper formative pruning techniques.

In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to spot common structural issues in newly planted trees and how to gently correct them using simple hand tools, like pruners and hand saws. We'll cover how pruning decisions vary by tree species and how to prune with your long-term landscape goals in mind to make sure you are successful when caring for trees in your landscape or community. The program will be held in Learning Center Room 103.

The Roanoke Tree Care Workshop offers 6.25 ISA CEUs and is open to DOF employees who have their arborist certification or are working towards obtaining their arborist certification. Limited lodging is available if needed. Information and agenda available on the Trees Virginia website.

Native Tree Farm and Research (NTFR) Urban Arboriculture Arborist Summer Camp introduces campers to the science, stewardship, and hands-on work of caring for urban environments. Students (ages 16-24) learn invasive pest control care and behavior observations while tackling DC region's invasive spotted lanternfly environments. Participants will explore DC's tree canopy with certified arborists, study tree biology, health and soil science, monitor, capture and assess lanternflies, collect specimens and record data, learn invasive pest control strategies that protect urban ecosystems, observe climbing demonstrations and learn pruning basics, and discover how trees support climate resilience. Participants develop practical arboriculture skills and explore careers in forestry, landscaping and conservation through real-world problem-solving. Dates: June 22 - Aug. 7