University of MD Extension

Identifying trees and shrubs is a real challenge to woodland owners who want to learn more about what is growing on their property and carry out management activities. To control invasive species, thin the woods, or cut firewood, you want to make sure you are treating the right plant and not harming more desirable ones. …

Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), an invasive insect from Asia, continues to decimate ash trees in more than 30 U.S. states. It has recently expanded to Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Please join …

In this 3-hour workshop you will learn how to identify invasive plant species found growing in landscaped and natural areas by examining cut samples from live plants. Following the presentation and hands-on exercise, we will apply our new skillset by searching for invasive plants while walking a short distance along a parking lot to view landscaped …

REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED FOR THIS EVENT.  To be placed on a waiting list, please contact beth@cblpro.org   The morning is spent in the classroom working on our tree ID skills. We'll go outdoors in the afternoon, honing our ID skills in lovely Sandy Spring. We'll use a combination of lecture, individual study, and team activities to …

Learn to identify invasive plant species commonly found growing in landscaped and natural areas by examining cut samples from live plants. Following the presentation and plant identification exercise, we will apply our new skill set by searching for invasive plants while walking a short distance along a parking lot to view landscaped plants, then along …

This event is moving online! The new date is Friday, October 16, 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM We will follow up the online course with an optional half-day field tour …

Join this webinar series and learn about expanding Green Industry services to your clientele, and earn a variety of forestry-related recertification credits. Perhaps you manage land for an organization, work …

In fall of 2020, The Woods In Your Backyard Partnership offered a multi-state program for Green Industry Professionals to gain knowledge and skills useful for providing additional services to clientele with small acreage …

Join us for expert insights and solutions to tackle pesky pests. This conference is for Commercial Pesticide Applicators, Landscape Contractors, Arborists, and Professional Fertilizer Applicators to get education credits for renewing their license. 7:30- 8 am Check In and Registration 8:00-8:50 Aquatic Pest Control Kurt Vollmer, UME 9:00-9:50 What’s going on with the leaves? Dave …