Trees and People: An intro to urban forestry

<p>Florida is known for a wide variety of ecosystems from the Everglades to its springs, and the beaches to the national forests. While these ecosystems are a major driver for tourism here in the state, Florida is rapidly developing with most of the population now living in urban areas. In this episode, we will explore the value and importance of an ecosystem that is often overlooked, the urban forests.</p> <h1>Learn more:</h1> <ul> <li>What Is an Urban Forest? - <a href="https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/EP595" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank"><u>https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/EP595</u></a></li> <li>Economic Contributions of Urban Forestry in Florida in 2017 -<br> <a href="https://fred.ifas.ufl.edu/extension/economic-impact-analysis-program/publications/2017-urban-forestry-in-florida/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank"><u>https://fred.ifas.ufl.edu/extension/economic-impact-analysis-program/publications/2017-urban-forestry-in-florida/</u></a></li> <li>Wind and Trees: Lessons Learned from Hurricanes (Mentioned by Shannon) - <a href="https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/FR173" target="_blank">https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/FR173</a></li> </ul> <h1>How You Can Help:</h1> <ul> <li><strong>Explore The Value of Trees in Your Yard or Neighborhood</strong> - If you know what type of tree(s) you have in your yard or neighborhood, consider calculating their value using the Tree Benefits calculator found at <a href="http://www.treebenefits.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank"><u>www.treebenefits.com</u></a>.</li> <li><strong>Plant A Tree</strong> – This document can help you select which tree you are going to plant and where: <a href="https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/planting/planting-and-establishing-trees.html">https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/planting/planting-and-establishing-trees.html</a>&nbsp;</li> </ul> <h1>Sources for this Episode:</h1> <ul> <li>History of State Lands - <a href="https://floridadep.gov/lands/lands-director/content/history