Virtual Speakers Available

Presentations Provided by

The Cavity Conservation Initiative

Contact: Gillian.Martin@CavityConservation.com

Photo by Joe Galcowski

The Wonderful Life Of A Dying Tree

Length: 1 hour

Audience: General public, property managers and tree care providers.

Summary: Did you know that when a tree dies its habitat value actually increases? Dead trees are an important but often overlook natural resource in the urban forest. This program offers a new perspective of dead trees, as well as practical ways to select the best candidates for wildlife and safely retain them.

Photo by Thomas O’Neil

Preventing Harm To Nesting Birds During Tree Care

Length: 1 hour

Audience: Tree Care providers, municipalities and property owners and managers

Summary:Urban forestry practices can greatly enhance or diminish the habitat value of trees for birds and other wildlife. This program shares Best Management Practices to guide tree care workers, property managers, and homeowners to care for trees as well as wildlife especially during the nesting season, and to avoid conflicts with Federal and State bird protection regulations.

Photo by Ron Dudley

Woodpeckers: Carpenters Of The Forest

Length: 1 hour

Audience: General public and tree care providers.

Summary: If you could take an opinion poll of forest animals you might discover that woodpeckers are their favorite neighbors. Discover the many reasons why. And come prepared to be astonished at the unique adaptations of woodpeckers which make them remarkable birds and highly beneficial to the ecosystems in which they live. The program will conclude with how to enhance the health of forests for woodpeckers and other wildlife.

Photo by Peggy Honda

Tree-Hole Homes For Wildlife

Length: 1 hour

Audience: General public

Summary: There are more wildlife than you might imagine which make their nurseries in holes of living and dead trees. It’s nature’s well-hidden housing industry! Greater awareness and preservation of dead trees are vital for their protection. This program offers an introduction to cavity-nesting species in southern California, to their unique habits, as well as the ecological benefits they provide. It concludes with tips for safely retaining dead trees and protecting the birds that need them.