What tree is that? Basics of using identification keys featuring Dr. Igor Lacan
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Webinar Description:
Correct identification of a tree is commonly helpful in
arboricultural work, and is crucial for situations that involve the diagnosis
and treatment of pests, diseases, or abiotic disorders. Because many
species of trees – no fewer than 150 in California! – are planted in urban
landscapes, arborists may need to use a “tree key” to identify an unknown
tree. This presentation will introduce the use of botanical keys,
focusing on two books commonly used in California (McMinn & Maino,
and Ritter). We will briefly review the tree characteristics (morphology)
that are commonly referenced in identification keys, and will then describe the
mechanics of using a dichotomous key. We will also briefly discuss the
use of identification apps, and the other aids to identification (multi-access
“Lucid” keys).
Instructor:
Dr. Igor Lacan is a University of California Cooperative Extension Advisor for the San Francisco Bay Area, specializing in urban forestry. Focusing on trees and water, Igor's research projects explore emerging issues in urban landscapes such as optimizing tree growth in stormwater facilities, as well as contribute to mitigating longstanding problems such as wood decay and failure in urban trees. Igor produces extension and outreach materials that transfer findings from the University to practicing arborists. Igor's academic training includes urban forestry (PhD), aquatic ecology (MS) and ecology (BS) all from the University of California, Berkeley (Go Bears!).
Registration:
$20.00 - WCISA Member
$30.00 - Non-WCISA Member
Students please call our office 866.785.8960
CEUs:
1.0 - ISA
All registered attendees will receive a confirmation email (receipt) and a separate email with a link to the Zoom Webinar. An email reminder will be sent via Zoom the morning of the session. CEUs will be collected by survey link at the end of the session.
Location
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31910 Country Club Dr.
Porterville, CA 93257