Join the VT Urban and Community Forestry Program for a free workshop on pruning trees, held on the Shelburne Town Beach.  The workshop will be led by Urban Forester Adam McCullough. 

This training opportunity will give you the knowledge to maximize tree health and longevity while minimizing risk and hassle.

Wednesday, October 1st
Shelburne Town Beach, 407 Beach Road
9:00am - 11:00am (first hour presentation, second hour practice)

Workshop Overview: Learn to prune a tree for a sustainable structure while it is young to give it the best chance at longevity and health. We will go over proper pruning cuts that apply to all trees and shrubs, then dive into tree structure with live demonstrations by a Certified Arborist. A primer on tree friendly lawn management and mulch will follow.

Intended Audience: Municipal Road Crew, Highway Department, and Public Works staff. This hands on training is intended for municipal staff who are responsible for tree, lawn, or landscape care of any kind. Bring your own tools if you prefer, but there will be saws and hand snips available for you to borrow. 

Registration: This event is free, but pre-registration is required.  Register