TWAC is back at Hammonasset for the annual pizza truck September picnic! This year, the event has been combined with the Fall Workshop. Topics include tree planting, invasive management, structural pruning, and electrical hazards. All presentations are outdoors and hands-on. Continental breakfast and pizza truck lunch included.
AGENDA (subject to change)
8:30-9:00 Registration, Sign-In, Coffee and continental breakfast
9:00 Welcome, Introductions, Overview
9:15 – 10:05 This session will include instruction on proper tree planting and hands-on opportunities to plant. Instructed by Darryl Newman of Planter’s Choice. Also covered, structural pruning of young trees after planting.
10:10 - 11:10 Invasive Identification and Removal. This session will be in the field and include identification of common invasive plants and techniques for removal and control.
11:15a - 12:15p Eversource Live Line Trailer Demonstration with Doug Pistawka of Eversource. Not to be missed, this session will include a live demonstration of electrical hazards encountered during tree work.
12:30 Pizza, salad, gelato, and coffee served by the New Haven Pizza Truck! Families and guests are welcome to attend.
1:30p Workshop ends, closing announcements, and CEU distribution. Followed by social gathering for those that wish to stay. BYOB alcohol allowed. Non-alcohol beverages provided.
Please note this workshop is rain or shine and will be held entirely outdoors. Dress accordingly.
CEUs:
· Advanced Certified Tree Warden: 3.0
· ISA: pending
FREE for 2024 Tree Warden School registrants
Members: $75
Non-Members: $90
Walk-Ins and those registered after 9/10/24: $100
Pizza truck/Social hour ONLY: $20
Kids under 12: FREE
*Municipalities registering more than 4 attendees may register all attendees at the member rate