Tree Care for Birds BMP Ready for Review!

The Tree Care for Birds and Wildlife project is a state-wide partnership between volunteers of the arboriculture and wildlife communities of California to enhance habitat through tree care practices.

Begun in July 2015, this three-year project focuses on tree care to protect birds and other wildlife during and beyond nesting season as well as on ways to enhance habitat for birds and other urban wildlife. Its key strategic approach is to develop Best Management Practices (BMPs) which will also set the standards for specialized training and certification for tree care specialists in California.

These BMP’s are now ready for review. Please provide comment by February 24th. Visit www.treecareforbirds.com to download the BMP and for more information.

February 6, 2017

Trees and Stormwater Webinar 2/8/17 10-11am

With recent storms, we are reminded of the importance of onsite stormwater retention, the role of trees and other vegetation in absorbing rainwater, ….. and also the risks of tree failure from shallow roots developed by inappropriate tree watering and tree selection. When arborists and engineers work together, trees are a low-cost, multi-benefit, amazing asset in our local Stormwater resources!!! Please take time to view this 1-hour webinar on Wed. Feb. 8, 10am

January 26, 2017

Southern California Green Waste-Wood Biomass Management Symposium

Southern California Green Waste-Wood Biomass Management Symposium
Date and Time – Thursday, February 9, 2017, 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.
Location – The Handlery Hotel, 950 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA 92108

Registration fee and deadliine:
$49.00 per participant; Deadline – February 1, 2017.

More details may be found at the
Symposium website – http://ucanr.edu/sites/SoCA_GWWood__Mgmt_Symposium/

Keynote Speakers –
Evan Johnson, CalRecycle and Thom Porter, CAL FIRE

One of the challenges members in our group face is how to best manage the increasing surpluses of green waste and woody biomass occurring due to invasive insects, disease and drought. This regional event was planned to bring a broad range of experts, policy makers, impacted industries, scientists and other stakeholders together to learn more about the challenges we have on this issue and potential solutions, specifically as they pertain to southern California.

January 12, 2017

Feb 1st Meeting

Our February 1st meeting will be held at:
City of San Diego War Memorial Building in Balboa Park

325 Zoo Drive. Free parking in the north part of the Zoo parking lot. Or take the trolley to City College Trolley Station (C Street and Broadway then the 7 bus north on Park Avenue (or walk 1.9 miles).

This meeting will be held from 11:00am to 1:30pm – Cost is $20.00
This meeting will have 1 CEU’s for Arborist / Tree Worker Certification.
This Months topic will be:

“Threats to the Urban Forest”

There are many threats to our urban forest today. Some are invasive, some are environmental, and some are preventable. This presentation will cover many of these issues, as well as include an open discussion on what you perceive are currently the biggest threats to the urban forests in Southern California.

Presented by: Jennifer Pelham

Jennifer Pelham is the Area Environmental Advisor with the University of California Cooperative Extension in San Diego and Orange Counties.
Jennifer is relatively new to California, but previously spent over 14 years as a faculty member with the University of Florida IFAS Extension.
Originally from Pennsylvania, she obtained her B.S. from the Pennsylvania State University and two master degrees from the University of Florida, including one in Pest Management. Jennifer has also been a Certified Arborist since 2004.

RSVP by Friday January 27, 2017
Please email confirmation
mikepalat@aol.com

December 23, 2016

2016 Regional Urban Forestry Awards

The San Diego Regional Urban Forests Council held their annual Holiday Mixer and Awards Banquet on Friday, December 16th. Through the Urban Forestry Awards, SDRUFC recognizes excellence in our regional urban forestry volunteers and projects. The awards for this year go to.

Best Innovative Urban Forest Project
- City of La Mesa Downtown Village Streetscape Improvement Project
- Recognized for their innovative use of silva-cells in the reconstruction and reforestation of their Downtown area.
Best Community Tree Planting Event or Arbor Day
- Tree San Diego Parks Plus Event
- The Parks Plus Project benefits the San Diego region through the planting of 75 environmentally beneficial trees in four parks: Southcrest Community Park, Dorothy Petway Park, Mountain View Park, and Kimball Park. The new trees will increase shade, add beauty, and reduce air pollution and storm water run-off.
  Parks Plus honored the service of Officer Jonathan De Guzman, who selflessly gave his life while protecting the residents of the Southcrest Community, by dedicating the planting of the trees In Southcrest Community Park on this day. See the benefits of Tree San Diego’s plantings at sandiegotreetracker.org
Best Urban Forestry Educational Project
- Global Forest Link
- For their innovative engagement of high school students, in learning about their forests and connecting with other students across the world. www.globalforestlink.com
Trees and Water Award
- Bruce Englebert and Cynthia Irmer
- For their tireless efforts in involving community youth to water new tree plantings and educate them about the benefits of trees.
Best San Diego Regional Urban Forests Council Representative
- Anne Fege
- For her tremendous involvement and achievements in multiple urban forestry groups and projects in the San Diego area.

November 26, 2016

Clearance Standards for Trees

The SDRUFC has published a Clearance Standards for Trees in San Diego. This document represents months of review and editing by our team of professionals. These standards serve as a guide for property owners and tree care professionals regarding pruning and clearances to be obtained during the course of tree work.

November 26, 2016February 6, 2017

Waterwise Tree Care

In recognition of the climate we live in, the importance of trees, and the importance of saving water, we have also published a Water-wise tree care document This document outlines why watering your trees is important, how much water your tree typically requires, and other water conservation tips.

November 24, 2016