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Ben McCallister

Urban Forestry Specialist, Purdue University

Bio:

Ben is an ISA Certified Arborist and is the Urban Forestry Specialist for Purdue Extension/FNR. He received his BA in Forestry in 2018 and Master’s in Urban Ecology in 2021. Ben also runs the Urban Forestry Undergrad Program at Purdue, teaching Arboriculture Techniques and Urban Forestry Issues.

Email: bmccalli@purdue.edu

Website: https://www.purdue.edu/fnr/extension/area-of-interest/urban-forestry/

 

My Sessions

Tree Selection for the Unnatural Environment

Room 102

Workshop F-Chainsaw Safety and Maintenance

Room 101

This workshop on chainsaw safety and maintenance is designed specifically for green industry professionals, offering essential knowledge and hands-on skills to ensure safe and efficient chainsaw operation. Participants will learn the fundamentals of chainsaw safety, including proper personal protective equipment (PPE), safe handling techniques, and emergency protocols. The workshop will also cover maintenance practices such […]

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