Learn why trees are dying and what to do
Dead and dying trees have proliferated throughout western Washington. Trees were particularly hard-hit in 2018, especially western redcedars, causing concern for many property owners. Washington State University (WSU) Extension Forestry will be giving a free public seminar to explain why so many trees are dying right now and what property owners can do.
Learn what makes forests healthy or unhealthy and how to recognize when there’s a problem on your property. Topics include insects, diseases, and drought, including their environmental roles and the important interactions between them. Learn about what property owners should do (and not do) to increase tree resilience and mitigate impacts. The seminar will be taught by Kevin Zobrist, associate professor of forestry at WSU and author of the book Native Trees of Western Washington.
Details and Registration
The seminar will be Tuesday, May 28th, from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Skykomish Community Center, 114 Railroad Ave, Skykomish, WA, 98288.
Admission is free, and no registration is necessary.
For more information contact Kelsey Ketcheson, WSU Extension Forestry, or call 206-263-1128.
Acknowledgements and Accommodations
This program is made possible in part by funding from Washington State University and King County.
Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication or program information or reasonable accommodation need to contact Kelsey Ketcheson at WSU Extension Forestry or call 206-263-1128 at least two weeks prior to the event.