October 1 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
The 2025 Urban Forestry Workshop topic is Invasive Species Plant Identification and Management. This workshop will be held this fall in six locations throughout the State. Each location will include morning classroom instruction followed by hands-on field demonstrations in the afternoon. The cost of the workshop is $40 per person, discounted from $70 due to a USDA Urban Forestry Grant awarded to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. (No refunds unless we cancel.)
Topics:
- Identification of common invasive plants in your area
- The most recent information on effective invasive plant removal
- Post removal management techniques to minimize regrowth
Workshop Locations & Registration:
October 1 – Green Bay Area: Village of Howard, 670 Hillcrest Heights, Howard WI 54313
October 2 – Oshkosh Area: Winnebago County Extension, 625 E County Rd Y, Oshkosh WI 54901
October 7 – Fitchburg Area: Fitchburg Library, 5530 Lacy Rd, Fitchburg WI 53711
Speaker Bio
Mark Renz
Professor, UW-Madison
Mark Renz, PhD, is a Professor and Extension Weed Specialist with the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He researches and extends information about the biology and management of invasive plants. Research goals in Dr. Renz’s lab are centered on developing information that will improve management by improving the knowledge and understanding of invasive plant biology. Education efforts focus on providing technical information and educational opportunities for agency staff, consultants, companies, and citizens concerned about invasive plants.
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