MUCFA and MSU Extension is offering an in-person Tree Pest & Disease Diagnostics Bootcamp designed for urban professionals, municipal staff, tree board members, and partners responsible for tree health and management. This hands-on training will be offered in four Montana locations to increase access across the state.

 

What You'll Learn

 

This bootcamp focuses on building practical diagnostic skills to help participants identify and respond to common tree health issues in Montana communities. Topics include:

• Tree Identification

• Abiotic Disorders (Environmental & Herbicide)

• Nutrient deficiency concepts

• Applying disease and insect diagnostic concepts through real-world case studies in Montana

Instruction will combine classroom learning, applied examples, and facilitated discussion with participants​.

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Training Dates & Locations (see venues)

• Polson - February 19 - 20, 2026

• Lewistown - March 16 -17, 2026

• Miles City - March 18, 2026

• Whitehall - March 23 - 24, 2026

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Registration Information

• Registration Fee: $ 25.00 (helps cover meals and diagnosis supplies that participants will be able to take home)

• Late Registration Fee: $ 50.00 (applies one week prior to each training)

• Capacity: Limited to 25 participants per location

 

How to Register

Registration | Venue information | Payments

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For questions about the training or registration, please contact Jocelyn Polo at MUCFA workforce@outlook.com