Discover Millborn Farm, up-and-coming home of
MAA’s Arboriculture Learning Hub!

Tree & Pest Identification:
What Can We Learn from the Ancient Trees of Millborn Farm?

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 
12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Millborn Farm Reservation 
97 Bullard Street 
Sherborn, MA

Be among the first to experience the MAA Arboriculture Learning Hub at Millborn Farm Reservation.

Join fellow arborists for an exclusive field workshop at one of Massachusetts' most remarkable historic landscapes. From towering specimen trees to hidden woodland treasures, Millborn Farm Reservation offers a rare opportunity to study mature trees in the setting where they have thrived for generations.

This inaugural educational program showcases the MAA's growing partnership with The Trustees and our shared commitment to hands-on learning, environmental stewardship, and advancing the practice of arboriculture.

Tree Identification Tour
Joann Vieira 
Director of Public Gardens & Horticulture, The Trustees

Explore the formal gardens and woodland trails of Millborn Farm while sharpening your tree identification skills. Joann will highlight the property's diverse collection of native and ornamental species, including rare specimens and centuries-old trees that tell the story of this extraordinary landscape. Whether you're refreshing the fundamentals or expanding your knowledge, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the history, ecology, and beauty of these remarkable trees.

Tree Pest Identification & Management
Tawny Simisky
Extension Entomologist, UMass Extension

As we explore the property, Tawny will identify signs of both invasive and native insect pests affecting trees throughout New England. Learn how to recognize emerging issues in the field, understand current pest pressures, and discuss practical management strategies that can be applied in your own work.

Why Attend?

• Be among the first to experience the future home of MAA’s Arboriculture Learning Hub at Millborn Farm Reservation.

• Explore a beautifully preserved 195-acre property featuring exceptional mature and historic trees.

• Strengthen your tree and pest identification skills through hands-on field instruction.

• Learn directly from experts representing The Trustees and UMass Extension.

• Earn MDAR Continuing Education Units (pending)

Registration

To ensure an engaging, field-based learning experience, registration is limited to 60 participants. Reserve your spot early and be part of the next chapter in MAA's educational programming at Millborn Farm.

Please come prepared appropriate attire for this outdoor workshop including proper footwear and bug spray.  

Schedule

12:30 p.m. Registration

1:00 p.m. Concurrent Tree & Pest ID Tours (choose one)

2:15 p.m. Concurrent Tree & Pest ID Tours (choose one)

3:30 p.m. Q&A w/ Joann Vieira and Tawny Simisky 
Light Refreshments

4:00 p.m. Workshop Ends

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