Emmett Tree Workshop

Emmett City Hall

501 E Main Street
Emmett, Idaho 83617

March 26th, 2015

Speakers
Gerry Bates
South Idaho Community Forestry Assistant
Idaho Community Forestry Program
ISA Certified Arborist
Municipal Specialist
TRAQ Qualified
INLA Gold Medal of Horticulture Winner
Topic Tree Planting The most commonly made mistake in tree care is improper
planting. And, theres one chance to do it correctly. Gerry will discuss planting
techniques for bare root, containerized and balled and burlapped trees. He will
display proper procedures and show the results of improper practices. Additionally,
he will discuss proper handling techniques from the nursery to the planting site,
methods for determining proper planting depth, and aftercare once planted. This
presentation has been given at the INLA Idaho Horticulture Expo in Boise, the Tree,
Turf and Landscape Conference in Post Falls.
Topic Tree and Site Selection The phrase Right Tree, Right Place has been used
by many people for a long time. But, we still find trees sighted improperly in all
sorts of situations. This presentation will go over site evaluation and selecting the
right tree for the location. We will discuss soils, site conditions, irrigation, drainage,
utilities, tree size and form and adequate growing requirements. Additionally, Gerry
has 20 years of experience in the nursery business. He will help people understand
how to select quality nursery stock, pitfalls to avoid at the nursery, examination of
the root ball to minimize circling/girdling roots and avoidance of injury to the plant
from the nursery to the planting site.
Gary Moen
Retired Horticulture Professor
College of Western Idaho (BSU)
ISA Certified Arborist
INLA Gold Medal of Horticulture Winner
Topic Tree Biology To understand trees, one must have an understanding of how
they work, the biological processes involved, response to various stimuli, protection
zones and much more. Gary will present information to the group about how trees
work and how they respond to pruning, injury, climate and soil. From the roots to
the twigs, attendees will be offered insight into the biology of trees. This topic has
also been presented at the INLA Idaho Hort Expo and at college level classes at
Boise State and the College of Southern Idaho.

Jeff Bayes
Owner Tree Maintenance
ISA Certified Arborist
Topics Outdoor Sessions - Tree Felling, Chain Saw Safety, and Tree Pruning.
The Emmett City Park was established over 100 years ago in Gem County. Within
the park boundaries are many mature trees, including the State Champion
American Elm. Additionally, the City of Emmett has been planting many varieties of
younger trees. This gives the opportunity to demonstrate proper pruning
techniques for both Structural and Mature Tree methods. We have reserved some
trees that need to be removed and will be able to show how to safely remove dead
or hazardous trees. And, we will also provide education on Chain Saw Safety. While
this is NOT a hands-on session, people learn by seeing things happen. Jeff is a
recognized local professional and is highly respected by his peers, his insight will be
invaluable to workshop participants.