The Urban Forestry Institute is a yearly conference hosted by the Florida Urban Forestry Council. Stay informed. Get Involved!
FEES
Register before March 10, 2025!
NON-MEMBERS:
- Arborist Accelerator Course + UFI 2025 = $335
- Arborist Accelerator Course ONLY = $210
- UFI 2025 Professional Registration = $185
FUFC MEMBERS:
- Arborist Accelerator Course + UFI 2025 = $285
- Arborist Accelerator Course ONLY = $160
- UFI 2025 Professional Registration = $135
EMERGING PROFESSIONALS:
- UFI Registration = $75
(CEUs cannot be earned.)
STUDENTS:
- UFI Student Registration = $20
(Must be a current student. CEUs cannot be earned.)
Urban Forestry Institute
Piecing Together Urban Forestry
The Urban Forestry Institute is a yearly conference hosted by the Florida Urban Forestry Council. This year’s theme focuses on “Piecing Together Urban Forestry.” The virtual program will include talks on various “pieces” that help promote, manage, and grow a healthy urban forest.
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Thursday & Friday, March 13-14, 2025
Virtual Event
Don’t miss this opportunity to network with urban forestry professionals and discuss the latest research and practices in Florida and nationally.
UFI Continuing Education Unit (CEU) Information:
Thursday:
4 SAF CFEs
4 LIAF CEUs
ISA – Pending
Others – Pending
Friday:
3 SAF CFEs
4 LIAF CEUs
ISA – Pending
Others – Pending
For the Arborist Accelerator Course, please view the CEU information below.
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Arborist Accelerator: The Urban Arborist Toolkit!
Florida Urban Forestry Council is partnering with Tree Check Up to present a virtual certified arborist prep course for those interested in taking the Certified Arborist exam or learning key arboricultural concepts. The online class will include a mix of pre-recorded modules and live Q&A. It will occur on March 12, 2025, with recordings available through March 31.
Whether preparing to become a Certified Arborist, enhancing your knowledge of arboricultural best practices, or aiming to earn CEUs, this course is for you! This year’s course focuses on these key areas of arboricultural success:
- Tree Selection and Installation: Matching trees to site conditions and ensuring proper planting techniques.
- Tree Nutrition and Fertilization: Building effective fertilization plans based on soil testing.
- Plant Health Care (PHC): Exploring Integrated Pest Management and sustainable practices.
- Diagnosis and Plant Disorders: Systematically identifying and addressing biotic and abiotic factors affecting tree health.
This course does not include the ISA CA exam and is not included in UFI registration – an additional cost is required. See fee options on this page.
Arborist Accelerator Course CEU Information:
Wednesday:
ISA = 5 CEUs
SAF = 8 Credits
What is the UFI?
The Urban Forestry Institute (UFI) conference is the annual meeting and conference hosted by the Florida Urban Forestry Council (FUFC). The UFI supports the FUFC in its mission to promote the value, enhancement and sound management of urban forests through leadership, collaboration, guidance and education. The UFI brings together a diversity of professional members to “talk trees” and share urban forestry concepts and solutions.
Some additional reasons to attend:
- Learn about current research and technology
- Get updates on grants and other resources
- Network with colleagues
- Earn CEUs
Urban Forestry Institute Sponsorship
This is a great opportunity to showcase your company at this virtual conference. As a sponsor ($500.00), you will be provided a link to upload a short company video and/or promotional materials through the Whova app—which is being used for the 2025 Virtual Urban Forestry Institute. Your online profile will have live chat and presentation apps that you can use to invite and meet with attendees about your business. Plus, one complimentary registration is included!
Sponsors Receive…
- Your firm’s name/logo will be included on the Urban Forestry Institute web page and electronic program (via Whova)
- Electronic file of conference attendees with names, addresses and phone numbers
- One complimentary registration for an individual to attend the Institute
Don’t delay! Register and pay online or fill out and return the sponsorship form.
For further information or questions, please E-mail info@fufc.org.
Thank You 2025 UFI Sponsors!
