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June 21, 2006 VCE Advanced Master Gardener Tree Steward
Advanced Master GardenerTree Stewards
Introduction
Frank Reilly
June 21, 2006 VCE Advanced Master Gardener Tree Steward
Advanced Master Gardener Programs
Tree Stewards
Water
Land care
Wildlife/Habitat
Others
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Advanced Master Gardener Programs
Sponsored by Virginia Department of Forestry through the Urban & Community Assistance Grant Program
Developed by Department of Horticulture– 10 years of effort– 2 years of final preparation and review
June 21, 2006 VCE Advanced Master Gardener Tree Steward
Advanced Master Gardener Programs
Open to Master Gardeners
Technical Training
Programmatic Training
Internship period
Project
Service
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Advanced Master Gardener Programs
Technical Training– Unit 1 Overview – Benefits of Trees to the Community– Unit 2 Tree Biology and Soil/Site Limitations– Unit 3 Urban Tree Problems & Diagnosis– Unit 4 Basic Tree Selection– Unit 5 Trees for Various Sites– Unit 6 Optimal Tree Planting– Unit 7 Pruning and Training Trees– Unit 8 Street Tree Inventories
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Advanced Master Gardener Programs
Unit 1 Overview– OBJECTIVES:– Know why trees are important to our communities
• Economically• Non-Economically
– Understand the purpose and organization of Advanced Master Gardener Tree Steward
– Learn the essentials of a well-rounded MGTS program– Complete and return volunteer agreement form.– Understanding Trees
• Benefits of trees to the Community?• What is the place of Advanced Master Gardener Tree Stewards in the
community?– Becoming an Advanced Master Gardener Tree Steward– Introduction to the program– Creating a lasting impact through education
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Advanced Master Gardener Programs
Unit 2 Tree Biology and Urban Soils– Objectives:
• Understand tree root spread & Distribution and its implications.
• Learn basic tree biology including transpiration, formation of bark & function of cambium, & physiological requirements of roots.
• Understand water and nutrient relations in urban soils and their influence on urban trees.
– Understanding Trees• Tree Biology• Assessing Urban Soils and site limitations
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Advanced Master Gardener Programs
Unit 3 Urban Tree Problems and Their Diagnosis– OBJECTIVES:
• Become familiar with typical environmental stresses experienced by urban and community shade trees
• Learn the basics of diagnosing shade tree problems and steps to remedy them
– Understanding Trees• The Urban Environment• Plant Management• Diseases and Pests• Construction Impacts
June 21, 2006 VCE Advanced Master Gardener Tree Steward
Advanced Master Gardener Programs
Unit 4 Basic Tree Selection– OBJECTIVES:
• Be familiar with the following factors in tree selection:– Achieving species diversity– Choosing cultivars– Choosing native or exotic species
• Understand tree morphology as an aid to tree identification• Learn to identify trees
– Understanding Trees• Background information for plant identification• Considerations for species and cultivar selection• Identification List #1
June 21, 2006 VCE Advanced Master Gardener Tree Steward
Advanced Master Gardener Programs
Unit 5 Trees for various sites– Objectives:
• Learn Trees on Identification list• Increase knowledge of trees recommended for
various site conditions
– Understanding Trees• Specific uses of trees• Trees for various sites• Identification List #2
June 21, 2006 VCE Advanced Master Gardener Tree Steward
Advanced Master Gardener Programs
Unit 6 Optimal Tree Planting– Objectives:
• Learn characteristics of high quality trees • Learn optimum planting and initial maintenance practices for
shade trees
– Understanding Trees• Characteristics of quality trees• Trees care:
– Planting– Staking– Wrapping– Mulching; and– Watering
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Advanced Master Gardener Programs
Unit 7 Pruning & Training Trees– Objectives:
• Learn the training & pruning requirements of shade trees
• Understand tree wound compartmentalization• Understand the importance of initial maintenance
in tree survival• Understanding Trees• Mechanisms of wound closure• Tree hazard prevention
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Advanced Master Gardener Programs
Unit 8 Identifying Tree Problems– Objectives:
• Be able to identify tree problems
– Understanding Trees• Conducting tree inventories• Tour of community – discussion of Social,
Technical, and Management issues in Urban Forestry
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Advanced Master Gardener Programs
Unit 10 Project and Presentation of Project– Objectives:
In conjunction with your home Unit!• Identify Community needs• Propose programs to meet those needs• Present program plan• Set schedule for year’s programming• Report to State Master Gardener Coordinator
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The Manual
Manual organization– Outline– Suggested readings– Other resources
Some programmatic materials
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Unit 1 OverviewOBJECTIVES: Know why trees are important to our communities in
both Economic and non-Economic terms
Why are trees important?
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Trees play a vital role in our community
Reduce heating and cooling costs
Stimulate economic development
Improve tax base
Attract new families
June 21, 2006 VCE Advanced Master Gardener Tree Steward
Trees play a vital role in our community
Help clean air and water
Reduce erosion and flooding
Moderate temperature
Lessen energy demands
June 21, 2006 VCE Advanced Master Gardener Tree Steward
Where would you like to live, work, and play?
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Some Non-economic benefits of trees
Trees provide color, shade, fragrance
Studies show trees relieve stress and shorten recovery times
Trees lower health risks, crime, & violence
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Some Non-economic benefits of trees
Trees enhance roadwaysThey buffer noise and headlight glareHelp drivers cope with stress
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Trees are essential to the environment
Trap rainfall
Roots prevent erosion
Replenish groundwater
Reduce flooding
Reduce flooding damage
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Trees affect the hydrologic cycle
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Trees affect the hydrologic cycle
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Trees save communities money
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Trees save energyDeciduous tress planted on the south and west sides of a house can reduce air conditioning needs
Evergreens planted on the north side of a house can reduce winter heating costs by up to 10 per cent.
Savings can easily exceed $250/year/home!
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Trees increase property value
Mature trees can add 10% to 20% to a homes value
Wooded lots bring more than “skint” ones
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Top 10 Reasons why we need trees!
1. Trees help purify the air we breathe by absorbing pollutants.2. Trees increase property values and improve the tax base in communities.3. Trees improve neighborhood appeal, attracting businesses, shoppers, and homeowners.4. Trees cool our cities and towns by reducing heat generated by buildings and paved surfaces.5. Tree shade, properly placed, can save an average household up to $250 annually in energy costs.
6. Trees reduce the amount of pollutants in sewer systems, saving communities millions of dollars in water treatment costs.7. Trees soften harsh building lines and large expanses of pavement, making urban environments much more pleasant.8. Trees provide habitat for birds and other wildlife, maintaining a balance with nature even in urban areas.9. Trees reduce the amount of water-borne pollutants that reach streams and rivers.10. Trees reduce levels of domestic violence and foster safer, more sociable neighborhood environments.
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What can you do?
Fund programs for tree care, planting; and maintenance
Hire a community forester
Support volunteer organizations
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What can you do?
Plant the right tree in the right place
Replant when you remove trees
Join your local tree committee or start one
Become an Advanced Master Gardener Tree Steward and facilitate all of the above!
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Unit 1 OverviewOBJECTIVES: Gain an understanding of the purpose and organization
of Advanced Master Gardener Tree Steward
Purpose– Volunteer Programmers & Educators– Extend VCE’s reach– Develop Community-based Programs– Learn, Teach, & Manage Good Urban Forest
and Tree Management
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Complete and return volunteer agreement form
Advanced Master Gardener—Tree StewardTraining and Volunteer Agreement Form
Name:___________________________________________________________________________Mailing Address:__________________________________________________________________City:_____________________ County:_________________ State:___________ Zipcode: _______Street Address (if different from above): _______________________________________________City:_____________________ County: ________________ State: __________ Zipcode: _______Daytime telephone: ( ) Evening telephone: ( ) This form constitutes an agreement between _____________________ Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE) and the Master Gardener—Tree Steward trainee listed above. The trainee agrees to complete the entire VCE MGTS course which consists of two parts, _____ hours of classroom training and _____ hours of field internship in the community under the auspice of VCE during the period __________________________________ to ________________________. At that time, if volunteer training work has been satisfactorily completed, the trainee listed above shall become a Master Gardener—Tree Steward entitled to fully participate in the Master Gardener—Tree Steward program. In support of this contract, VCE will provide the training, assist in identifying and approving the community internship experience, and provide supervisory expertise to fulfill this experience. VCE will also provide an official nametag and certificate of achievement for program completion. The MGTS, as a trainee, intern, and volunteer educator, will receive the same liability insurance as the Extension agent when working on authorized programs.I, _______________________, the MGTS trainee, understand the above agreement and further understand that the Extension agent may require specific types of internship work to satisfy this agreement. I also understand that to maintain Master Gardener—Tree Steward status, I will conduct additional educational programming in the amount of 20 hours each year to reach goals agreed on by the local MGTS. These activities must be approved by the Extension agent.I further agree that the title of Advanced Master Gardener—Tree Steward will only be used for non-profit volunteer education purposes associated with the VCE Advanced Master Gardener—Tree Steward program and will not be used in any business advertising or other for-profit activity.
Trainee Signature: ________________________________________________________________Extension Office:_______________________________ E-Mail address _____________________Date:________________ Agent signature: _____________________________________________(Xerox 2 copies: original to coordinator’s files, copy to OCH, copy to MGTS trainee.)
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Requirements
Complete and return volunteer agreement formComplete Technical TrainingComplete Programmatic TrainingPrepare a projectReport on the projectComplete InternshipContinued volunteer activity
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Questions & Feedback
Do you understand what is entailed?
Is this introduction thorough?
Any suggestions?
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