Northeast MN Pruning Workshop

April 04, 2025
7:00 AM –  3:00 PM
University of Minnesota Duluth

Workshop Description

​This year we will draw on a variety of of resources for classroom presentations and discussion (e.g. ANSI A300, European pruning standards) and then apply this information outside during hands-on activities on the UMD campus. There will be a focus on terminology and basic techniques of proper pruning.

We will consider trees of various ages and locations, and touch on the specialty areas of fruit trees, crabapple trees, and aesthetic pruning. Instructors will share their favorite tools for specific pruning applications.

You are encouraged to bring your own non-motorized pruning equipment. You will have the opportunity to work on trees from the ground; instructors will be in-tree as appropriate.

Topics:
Terminology
Back to the basics – everyone needs a refresher
Communication – private vs public property owners, tree owner expectations, subjective (aesthetic) vs objective (need) goals of the tree owner
Reading the Tree​
Real-life examples​
Unconventional tree care approaches for unique situations – fruit trees, crabapples, views, pollards

Workshop Capacity:
​30 participants​​
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Instructors:
Chad Giblin, Trees & Me
Louise Levy, Levy Tree Care
Hannibal Hayes, Davey Resources Group
Daniel Gjertson, UMN Department of Forest Resources

Registration

MSA Chapter Member – $195 / Non Member – $215 / Groups of 4 or more – $185

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation notices submitted to MSA on or before March 28, 2025, will receive a refund less a $15 per registrant cancellation processing fee. No refunds will be issued for cancellations after March 28.​ If you are no longer able to attend, a substitute individual is welcome to take your place, but please email MSA with the name and contact information of the person who will be attending.

CEUs

​ISA CEUs requested

Questions

msa@msa-live.org