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POST STORM - TREE EDUCATIONAL EFFORTS

Extension Education

Tony Glover
COUNTY EXTENSION COORDINATOR
ALABAMA COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SYSTEM
CULLMAN

Abstract

\r\n Cullman County along with much of North Alabama experienced a series of tornadoes of historic proportions on April 27, 2011.  The residents of the area lost thousands of trees and thousands more were damaged.  Residents were faced with a need for good information relating to post-storm tree health assessment and reliable tree selection, planting and after-care instruction.  The local Extension staff developed a plan to provide research-based information using a multi-pronged approach of mass media, social media, web based materials, volunteer and public training, utility bill inserts and public displays.  A series of newspaper articles were developed that addressed the major issues surrounding tree health assessment, safety, tree selection, proper planting and after-care.  Each article dealt with a different major concern but tied together as a unifying series.  Facebook, Twitter and other web based media were used to provide tips and links to more detailed information.  Extension Specialist’s trained area Master Gardeners, local tree professionals and impacted citizens on tree health assessment, safety and replacement options.  An Extension publication was “fast-tracked” for distribution in utility bills.  Spinoff products included a poster and retractable banners.  

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Poster has NOT been presented at any previous NACAA AM/PIC

This poster is being submitted for judging. It will be displayed at the AM/PIC if not selected as a State winner. The abstract will be published in the proceedings.

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Authors: A. Glover Tony
  1. Tony, A. County Extension Coordinator, Alabama Cooperative Extension System, Alabama, 35055