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People and Trees...Growing Together Through Better Education

Columbia Green and Historic Columbia Foundation present a tree workshop to be held Saturday, April 4th, 2009 from 8:30am - 12:30 pm at the Robert Mills House, 1616 Blanding Street.

This informative, one-day seminar will be conducted by trained arborists from Columbia's leading tree care firm, Sox and Freeman, and feature three separate workshops on:

  • Tree Pruning:  Learn how all trees can benefit from proper pruning techniques.
  • Tree Health Care: From insects to diseases-  discover what ails your trees and shrubs, and how you can raise healthier plants.
  • Tree Planting: Learn how to choose the perfect specimen tree for your needs and how to plant it for maximum growth potential.
The seminar is free to Columbia Green and Historic Columbia Foundation members who pre-register / $10.00 to non-members who pre-register by March 28, 2009. Both members and non-members who have not pre-registered, may attend the event for $15.00 at the door.  
Participants will also receive a free seedling from Sox and Freeman, and drawings will be held for other prizes.  Participants should dress appropriately for the weather, as all workshops will take place outdoors. To register for this workshop call 803-254-7595.