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2018 volunteer training days – a summary

We held 11 events across England, Wales, and Scotland from the end of May to the beginning of July.

Charlotte Armitage  •  15 Aug 2018

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Welcoming new associates

One of the strengths of Observatree is the Partnership. We can draw upon the expertise and skills of different organisations in a collaborative effort to help protect our trees, woods and forests from a range of invasive pests and diseases.

Peter Crow  •  27 Jul 2021

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Observatree on the Hunt for Lace Bugs

Observatree volunteers survey the UK for invasive lace bug species every summer. Suzy talks about this project and presents the results!

Suzanne Sancisi-Frey  •  04 Feb 2020

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Along the wayside

Pine processionary moth (PPM) caterpillars present a similar concern as their Oak counterparts. They can weaken trees by defoliation and pose a hazard to public health.

Katie Blain  •  19 Feb 2018

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Volunteer recruitment now open!

This is a unique opportunity to help us survey tree pests and diseases in your local area. As a volunteer for the Observatree project, you’ll be contributing to protecting trees from future threats while being part of an award-winning volunteer network.

Rebecca Gosling  •  09 Dec 2021

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Pest and disease drop-in November 2021

Pest and disease drop-in session delivered to Observatree volunteers in November 2021. Presentations on volunteering activity (Ana Perez-Sierra), OPM monitoring (Andrew Hoppit), ash dieback in mature trees (Andy Gordon) and a new oak app (Rich Wright)

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Induction Three: Sentinel Tree Surveying

Our third and final survey induction webinar for 2022 covers sentinel tree selection and survey methodology. A fundamental introduction to conducting sentinel tree surveys for Observatree. Presented by Rebecca Gosling, Woodland Trust.

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