Learn about factors impacting the health of your forest

Have you been wondering, “what’s killing my trees”? Do you want to know more about a specific forest health issue that is present on your property? Want an opportunity to interact with insect and tree disease samples? Do you have questions you would like to ask a forest health expert? Learn about common forest health concerns in western Washington while spending the evening on a family tree farm at our hands-on forest health workshop!

This field-based workshop covers the basics of identification and treatment for common forest health issues in western Washington. The workshop will cover both biotic and abiotic forest health issues, and will include plenty of time for attendees to ask questions.

Topics covered include:

Root rots
Common tree diseases
Abiotic forest health concerns
Insects and their forest health implications
Diagnosing a sick or ailing tree
Drought and climate change impacts
Drought and climate change impacts
Management options to support forest health outcomes

When and Where

Date and Time

4:30 p.m – 6:45 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Location

The workshop will be held on private forestland near Olympia, WA. Specific location information and driving directions will be sent to registrants the week leading up to the event.

Acknowledgements and Accommodations

Funding support for this program is provided by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources

Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office. Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities who contact Elsa Haun at 828-636-0772 or elsa.haun@wsu.edu prior to the event.

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