YV4C Tree Inventory and Risk Assessment
Volunteers will step into the role of forestry professionals by assessing tree health and safety across parks spaces. Youth will learn how to identify signs of diseases, structural weakness, and environmental stress while collecting field data. Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) tools, participants will help map and inventory trees, gaining hands-on experience with the technology used by natural resource and forestry professionals to manage and protect forests.
Date/Time:
- Wednesday, August 26 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location:
- Lussier Family Heritage Center at 3101 Lake Farm Rd, Madison, WI 53711
- We will meet at the Heritage Center and then travel to site, location TBD.
How to Prepare:
Step One: Create an Account in MyImpact (one time process)
- Account application and waiver for 18+ click here.
- Account application and waiver for those under 18 click here (requires parent signature)
Step 2: Must complete all waivers before signing up!
These are all locate at the bottom of the page under “my profile” – find each section below and complete
- DCP/LFHC Transportation Permission - must click “I agree to the above statement”
- DCP/LFHC Background Check (must be renewed yearly) - must click “I agree to the above statement”
- YV4C Behavior Agreement – sign and submit the agreement
Step 3: Sign up for events!
After you've created an account and filled out all necessary waivers, you can sign up for a shift here
What to Know:
- In case of cancellation, a notification will be made via email and/or phone to participants who have signed up.
- No experience is needed. All tools and training provided
What to Wear & Bring:
- Please wear clothing appropriate for the weather including a brimmed hat.
- Please bring sunscreen and bug spray.
- Please bring a water bottle. Snacks will be provided.
Questions?
- Grace Coleman, Youth Conservation Coordinator: Dane County Parks
- (608) 228-2590 parksvolunteer@danecounty.gov
