Spoke N' Loam

TreeActions

In the special bonus episode of TreeActions Dwayne and Tony chat with Emi Wekert about Spoke N' Loam the urban forestry conference he co-founded this year. Spoke n’ Loam will be hosted at the Backstage Theatre at the Fringe Theatre Arts Barns in Old Strathcona on June 21st, 2024. The event will run from 10 AM to 4 PM and feature five presenters from across the continent.

In this episode Emi discusses the inspiration behind the event 'Spoke N' Loam' and its vision to connect people through the concept of a human forest. The event features speakers from various fields, including arboriculture, and aims to spark conversations and promote community engagement. Emi also shares his connection with trees and the impact of bicycles on urban forestry.

Takeaways

• The event 'Spoke and Loam' aims to connect people through the concept of a human forest and features speakers from various fields, including arboriculture.
• Emi shares her vision for the event, emphasizing the importance of sparking conversations and promoting community engagement.
• The impact of bicycles on urban forestry is discussed, highlighting the benefits of cycling and its compatibility with trees and urban environments.

Chapters

00:00
The Inspiration Behind 'Spoke N' Loam'

03:14
Connecting Through the Human Forest

37:57
Promoting Community Engagement

Find more info and get your tickets at:
https://spokenloam.ca/

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