Massachusetts Tree Wardens & Foresters Association
Since 1913...The Protection and Preservation of Trees
The oldest tree organization in the USA.
781-894-4759
Professional Development Series - PDS
Massachusetts Tree Wardens & Foresters Association
PO Box 326  -  South Hadley, MA 01075-0326
Phone: (781) 894-4759  -  Email:
mtwfa@comcast.net
2009 PDS WORKSHOP CALENDAR
  • Chainsaw Operation and Safety
  • Community Tree Care Practices
  • Strike Team Storms Preparedness Workshop
  • EHAP
  • Storm Proofing Your Community
  • Free Asian Longhorned Beetle Workshop
A module describes the other modules and how they are designed to enhance the elect
to complete a set number of modules will receive a certificate detailing their elect to
complete a set number of modules will receive a certificate detailing their accomplishment.
The certificate is designed to distinguish the participant as trained and knowledgeable in
municipal tree management.
Beginning in 2003, the Massachusetts Tree Wardens and Foresters
Association has cooperated with the USDA Forest Service and the
University of Massachusetts at Amherst to sponsor fourteen workshops in
the Professional Development Series (PDS). The MTWFA will continue to
offer new training opportunities to support Tree Wardens across the
Commonwealth.
Providing Technical Skills for Tree Wardens
DESIGN & IMPLEMENTATION
BACKGROUND
HISTORY of PREVIOUS WORKSHOPS - Pictures
ARBORICULTURE EDUCATION in MASSACHUSETTS
  • September 15: Bucket Truck Safety, Brochure - NOW SOLD OUT
    Speaker: Adam Engel of Altec Industries
    Location: Wellesley Municipal Light Plant, Wellesley, MA

  • October 21: Chainsaw Safety w/Dan Tilton
2010 PDS WORKSHOPS
Workshop
Photos!
Website Design & Maintenance by Trees New England
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Website Created: July 17, 2002  ~  Webpage Updated: August 25, 2010
2010 PDS WORKSHOPS PRESENTED
  • EHAP (Electrical Hazards Awareness Program) 5/26-27