Two upcoming opportunities for all of you tree lovers!

4th Annual Vermont Tree Stewards Conference
Saturday October 10th, 8:30am-4pm
Holley Hall in downtown Bristol (1 South Street)
Registration: $12
Conference focus: Healthy Trees, Healthy Communities
We know that trees benefit communities;  countless research studies, anecdotes, and our own experiences guide us in understanding the environmental, economic, aesthetic, and social benefits of trees.  As the field of urban forestry grows, so do the ways that we are able to understand the vast suite of values provided by canopy cover, and the necessary resources, knowledge, and collaborations needed to grow healthy, long-lived trees in our most populated areas.  At this year’s Vermont Tree Stewards Conference, our diverse suite of speakers will explore the intersection between stewarding healthy trees and fostering vibrant communities.
For the full conference agenda, speaker profiles, and registration information visit our Vermont Tree Stewards Conference webpage.
Questions:  Email elise.schadler@uvm.edu
The Vermont Tree Stewards Conference is hosted by the Vermont Urban & Community Forestry Program, a collaborative program of the Vermont Department of Forests, Parks, & Recreation and UVM Extension.  To request a disability-related accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Elise Schadler at 802-656-2657 or 800-571-0668 by October 2nd so we may assist you.

Branch Out Burlington’s Annual Awesome Tree Contest
The 16th Annual Awesome Tree Contest is being held during the month of September. There are still MANY trees just waiting to be nominated—Just Look UP!!!!  Trees must be in Burlington.  Branch Out Burlington! runs the contest along with many local tree-oriented businesses who generously donated many prizes.  YOU could be one of the Winners this Year!
Entries must be submitted by Sept. 30, 2015.  For more information about the Contest or Branch Out Burlington! contact Warren Spinner at 862-8245 or go to the Awesome Tree Contest Webpage.