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Webinar: The Heritage Garden Program
Apr
18
Webinar

Webinar: The Heritage Garden Program

Join the Washington Native Plant Society for this awesome webinar!

The Heritage Garden program is growing throughout the Columbia Basin with seven conservation districts and three native plant society chapters participating.   Developed by the Benton Conservation District in partnership with the Columbia Basin Chapter of the Washington Native Plant Society, the program is designed to honor the cultural and natural heritage of the Columbia River Basin while utilizing sustainable gardening practices. The Heritage Garden program transforms traditional landscapes into beautiful pollinator friendly native plant gardens.  Join us to learn how this program was developed, how different areas of the basin are implementing the program and be inspired by photos of established gardens and wildlife that call these gardens home.

You are invited to a Zoom webinar.
When: Apr 18, 2023 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Topic: NPAM: The Heritage Garden Program

Register in advance for this webinar:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fWMemUieS0edGFG76wE2GQ 


After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

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Webinar Speakers

Heather Wendt (Assistant Manager @Benton and Franklin Conservation Districts)
Heather Wendt is the co-creator, and Director of the Heritage Garden (HG) Program. She is also the co-author of the Plant Selection Guide, Heritage Garden of the Columbia River Basin. Heather has worked for conservation districts since 1997. She currently serves as the Assistant Manager for both the Benton and Franklin Conservation Districts, and she is responsible for implementing the HG Program in Benton and Franklin Counties. Heather also serves as the Co-Chair of the Columba Basin Chapter WNPS.

Kelsey Kelmel (Program Coordinator @Yakima Heritage Garden)
Kelsey Kelmel is the Yakima Heritage Garden Program Coordinator. She also works for a native plant nursery where she grows native and drought tolerant species. Kelsey loves to connect folks to the local shrub-steppe flora and is actively involved in the Columbia Basin Chapter of the Washington Native Plant Society. She is currently in the midst of converting her brother’s lawn of Bermuda grass into a native, drought tolerant landscape and is an avid food gardener with an affinity for vermicomposting aka worm bins.

Dinah Rouleau (Project Manager @Columbia Basin CD)
Dinah Rouleau, Project Manager at Columbia Basin CD, has spent most of her life in both Grant and Adams Counties. Shortly after graduating from Whitworth in 2020 with a Plant Biology degree, she started working for the Columbia Basin Conservation District. She currently lives in Ritzville with her husband, three horses, three dogs and several reptiles. Dinah’s favorite native forb is Lewis' Flax.

Elizabeth Jackson (Resource Specialist @Cascadia Conservation District)
Elizabeth Jackson joined Cascadia Conservation District as a Resource Specialist in February 2021. Her main programs include Heritage Gardens in Chelan County, agricultural landowner assistance and cost-share, urban agriculture, irrigation efficiencies, Salmon Safe certifications, and education and outreach for adults and youth. She earned a master’s degree in Fisheries and Wildlife Management from Oregon State University in 2021. Currently, she is a member of Wenatchee Valley Chapter WNPS. Elizabeth enjoys traveling, gardening, hiking, and caring for foster animals on her urban ranch.

Wendy Mee (Resource Technician @Kittitas County Conservation District)
Wendy Mee has called Kittitas County home for over 50 years. She is a CWU graduate with a BS in Biology with a Horticultural Specialization. Wendy holds a master’s degree in Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning 2003 from Utah State University. Her thesis project was the publication of Water Wise: Native Plants for Intermountain West Landscapes. Wendy currently works as a Resource Technician for the Kittitas County Conservation District. Her duties include providing landowner assistance with wildlife and pollinator plantings, riparian plantings, Firewise home assessments and fuel reduction efforts and the Heritage Garden program.

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Sep
29
Webinar

Pierce Conservation District - Puyallup Watershed Gatherings

Please join us for a special 5-part series of virtual events in the month of September. You are welcome to participate in one, two or all of the virtual 1-hour events. This series is free! The series is organized by the PRWC’s Puyallup White River Local Integrating Organization, which has just completed its first iteration of the Ecosystem Recovery Plan for the Puyallup Watershed after a multi-year public engagement process.

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Sep
22
Webinar

Pierce Conservation District - Puyallup Watershed Gatherings

Please join us for a special 5-part series of virtual events in the month of September. You are welcome to participate in one, two or all of the virtual 1-hour events. This series is free! The series is organized by the PRWC’s Puyallup White River Local Integrating Organization, which has just completed its first iteration of the Ecosystem Recovery Plan for the Puyallup Watershed after a multi-year public engagement process.

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Sep
20
Webinar

Forest Health Watch - PNW Forest Biosurveillance Training

Join us for a presentation and discussion about forest biosurveillance in the Pacific Northwest.

We will use this time to:

  • summarize current biosecurity efforts and concerns in the region,

  • share information to help recognize the signs and symptoms of unhealthy trees,

  • provide resources for identifying common diseases and insect pests,

  • highlight emerging tree pest and pathogen concerns, and

  • provide instructions for seeking help or reporting concerns

This event will be hosted through Microsoft Teams. Please note, you do not a MS Teams account to join, but you may need to download the MS Teams software or app. Register below and a link to the meeting will be emailed to you.

Please also note, this is a reoccurring event. The same meeting space will be used for similar updates at 4:00pm on the third Monday of each month.

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Sep
15
Webinar

Pierce Conservation District - Puyallup Watershed Gatherings

Please join us for a special 5-part series of virtual events in the month of September. You are welcome to participate in one, two or all of the virtual 1-hour events. This series is free! The series is organized by the PRWC’s Puyallup White River Local Integrating Organization, which has just completed its first iteration of the Ecosystem Recovery Plan for the Puyallup Watershed after a multi-year public engagement process.

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Sep
13
Webinar

Forest Health Watch - Western Redcedar Research Update

Join us for a presentation and discussion about the dieback of western redcedar, the ways you can help, and the patterns we’re seeing.

This event will be hosted through Microsoft Teams. Please note, you do not a MS Teams account to join, but you may need to download the MS Teams software or app. Register below and a link to the meeting will be emailed to you.

Please also note, this is a reoccurring event. The same meeting space will be used for similar updates at 12:00pm on the second Monday of each month.

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Sep
8
Webinar

Pierce Conservation District - Puyallup Watershed Gatherings

Please join us for a special 5-part series of virtual events in the month of September. You are welcome to participate in one, two or all of the virtual 1-hour events. This series is free! The series is organized by the PRWC’s Puyallup White River Local Integrating Organization, which has just completed its first iteration of the Ecosystem Recovery Plan for the Puyallup Watershed after a multi-year public engagement process.

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Sep
1
Webinar

Pierce Conservation District - Puyallup Watershed Gatherings

Please join us for a special 5-part series of virtual events in the month of September. You are welcome to participate in one, two or all of the virtual 1-hour events. This series is free! The series is organized by the PRWC’s Puyallup White River Local Integrating Organization, which has just completed its first iteration of the Ecosystem Recovery Plan for the Puyallup Watershed after a multi-year public engagement process.

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Aug
16
Webinar

Forest Health Watch - PNW Forest Biosurveillance Training

Join us for a presentation and discussion about forest biosurveillance in the Pacific Northwest.

We will use this time to:

  • summarize current biosecurity efforts and concerns in the region,

  • share information to help recognize the signs and symptoms of unhealthy trees,

  • provide resources for identifying common diseases and insect pests,

  • highlight emerging tree pest and pathogen concerns, and

  • provide instructions for seeking help or reporting concerns

This event will be hosted through Microsoft Teams. Please note, you do not a MS Teams account to join, but you may need to download the MS Teams software or app. Register below and a link to the meeting will be emailed to you.

Please also note, this is a reoccurring event. The same meeting space will be used for similar updates at 4:00pm on the third Monday of each month.

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Aug
9
Webinar

Forest Health Watch - Western Redcedar Research Update

Join us for a presentation and discussion about the dieback of western redcedar, the ways you can help, and the patterns we’re seeing.

This event will be hosted through Microsoft Teams. Please note, you do not a MS Teams account to join, but you may need to download the MS Teams software or app. Register below and a link to the meeting will be emailed to you.

Please also note, this is a reoccurring event. The same meeting space will be used for similar updates at 12:00pm on the second Monday of each month.

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Jul
13
Webinar

Forest Health Watch - PNW Forest Biosurveillance Training

Join us for a presentation and discussion about forest biosurveillance in the Pacific Northwest.

We will use this time to:

  • summarize current biosecurity efforts and concerns in the region,

  • share information to help recognize the signs and symptoms of unhealthy trees,

  • provide resources for identifying common diseases and insect pests,

  • highlight emerging tree pest and pathogen concerns, and

  • provide instructions for seeking help or reporting concerns

This event will be hosted through Microsoft Teams. Please note, you do not a MS Teams account to join, but you may need to download the MS Teams software or app. Register below and a link to the meeting will be emailed to you.

Please also note, this is a reoccurring event. The same meeting space will be used for similar updates at 4:00pm on the third Monday of each month.

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Jul
13
Webinar

Forest Health Watch - Q&A Office Hours

Join us in a session to ask questions and learn about the Forest Health Watch program. Share your perspective about forest health issues in the region, community engagement, or anything else relevant. Anyone is welcome!

These Office Hours will be hosted through Microsoft Teams. Please note, you do not a MS Teams account to join, but you may need to download the MS Teams software. Register below and a link to the meeting will be emailed to you.

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Jul
12
Webinar

Forest Health Watch - Western Redcedar Research Update

Join us for a presentation and discussion about the dieback of western redcedar, the ways you can help, and the patterns we’re seeing.

This event will be hosted through Microsoft Teams. Please note, you do not a MS Teams account to join, but you may need to download the MS Teams software or app. Register below and a link to the meeting will be emailed to you.

Please also note, this is a reoccurring event. The same meeting space will be used for similar updates at 12:00pm on the second Monday of each month.

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Jul
2
Webinar

Forest Health Watch - iNaturalist Training - Office Hours

Have questions about using the iNaturalist platform? We’re here to help! Join us during this Community Office Hour to learn more about using the iNaturalist platform and troubleshoot any of your issues.

These Office Hours will be hosted through Microsoft Teams. Please note, you do not a MS Teams account to join, but you may need to download the MS Teams software. Register below and a link to the meeting will be emailed to you.

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Jun
21
Webinar

Forest Health Watch - PNW Forest Biosurveillance Training

Join us for a presentation and discussion about forest biosurveillance in the Pacific Northwest.

We will use this time to:

  • summarize current biosecurity efforts and concerns in the region,

  • share information to help recognize the signs and symptoms of unhealthy trees,

  • provide resources for identifying common diseases and insect pests,

  • highlight emerging tree pest and pathogen concerns, and

  • provide instructions for seeking help or reporting concerns

This event will be hosted through Microsoft Teams. Please note, you do not a MS Teams account to join, but you may need to download the MS Teams software or app. Register below and a link to the meeting will be emailed to you.

Please also note, this is a reoccurring event. The same meeting space will be used for similar updates at 4:00pm on the third Monday of each month.

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Jun
21
Webinar

Forest Health Watch - Tribal Community Office Hours (for tribal members) - Forest Health Discussions

These meetings are hosted specifically for tribes and tribal members. We will be available to listen and discuss any plant health issues every third Monday of the month. We welcome any teachings and feedback, and we will do our best to listen and help combine our knowledge to find solutions.

No registration required, but participants will need to have or download the Microsoft Teams software or app to join. Please contact us if you have any questions or feedback.

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Jun
14
Webinar

Forest Health Watch - Western Redcedar Research Update

Join us for a presentation and discussion about the dieback of western redcedar, the ways you can help, and the patterns we’re seeing.

This event will be hosted through Microsoft Teams. Please note, you do not a MS Teams account to join, but you may need to download the MS Teams software or app. Register below and a link to the meeting will be emailed to you.

Please also note, this is a reoccurring event. The same meeting space will be used for similar updates at 12:00pm on the second Monday of each month.

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Feb
27
Webinar, Workshop

EnviroHouse Workshops Webinar: Pruning Landscape Trees

Learn how to ‘Prune like the Pros’ and prevent costly errors, defects, high maintenance and unsightly urban trees. Focus is on landscape trees. Instructor is a certified arborist and experienced forester.
> When and Why to Prune
> Common Pruning Mistakes
> Structural Pruning on Young Trees - What and Why?
> Plant Health and Aesthetics
> Choose the Right Tool for the Job

More EnviroHouse Webinars HERE

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Feb
27
Webinar

Pierce Conservation District Webinar: Take time during the off-season for forestry education!

Do you want to learn new things about enjoying and caring for your property? Do you want to learn things like why so many trees are dying and what to do; how to protect your property from wildfire; agroforestry and nontimber product opportunities; how to improve wildlife habitat; how to successfully plant and care for young trees; and much more? Do you want to participate in roundtables and discussion panels to get stories and tips from your fellow landowners? If so, this Winter School is for you!

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Jan
22
Webinar

Wildland Stories Webinar: Utah State University Extension

Hosted by Darren McAvoy and Gabrielle Harden

Wildland Stories: Dendrochronology with Dr. Justin DeRose hosted by Darren McAvoy and Gabrielle Harden

Dendrochronology: The trees that surround us have a story to tell, yet so many of us have no idea what that story is. What is dendrochronology? How old is the oldest recorded tree? Can trees get scars? Where are some of the oldest forests located? These are just some of the questions we aim to answer with our guest Dr. Justin DeRose, Assistant Professor of Silviculture and Applied Forest Ecology at Utah State University.

*Please note, we currently are not offering credits for this series.
**Limited capacity. If you are unable to access the room on the day of the event, please go to our YouTube page where we will be live streaming.
https://www.youtube.com/usuextensionforestry

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