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Great Trees and Forests of the Northeast, Past and Present

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Join “old-growth forest evangelist” Bob Leverett for a virtual tour of treasured trees and forests in New England and New York. We’ll learn about the many values of old-growth forests, from both a scientific and spiritual perspective. Bob’s wife and partner Monica will offer supporting insights. This presentation is a must-see for all of our tree-huggers out there.
Co-hosted by Northeast Wilderness Trust and Kestrel Land Trust.

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Apr 18, 2023 05:30 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)

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Bob Leverett & Monica Jakuc Leverett

Bob Leverett is co-discoverer of most of the known old growth in Massachusetts. Co-author of several books, including the Sierra Club Guide to Ancient Forests of the Northeast, he has been the central figure in the Ancient Eastern Forests Conference Series. Bob is co-founder of the Native Tree Society, co-founder and President of Friends of Mohawk Trail State Forest, and Chair of the Massachusetts DCR Forest Reserves Science Advisory Committee. Educated as an engineer, he is a recognized expert in the discipline of measuring trees for both science and sport. Currently, he is working with climate scientists to help measure carbon sequestration in individual trees, and is devising a carbon analysis tool for NEWT and others. Monica Jakuc Leverett is a retired professor of music at Smith College, where she taught from 1969-2008. She is a classical music concert pianist. In addition, as Bob’s partner and wife, she has spent the last 18 years exploring forests with him.

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Message preview	Hi there, You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Apr 18, 2023 05:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Topic: Great Trees and Forests of the Northeast, Past and Present Register in advance for this webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_srzHeYRJRMq7pN5a-2DdcA After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. ---------- Webinar Speakers Bob Leverett & Monica Jakuc Leverett Bob Leverett is co-discoverer of most of the known old growth in Massachusetts. Co-author of several books, including the Sierra Club Guide to Ancient Forests of the Northeast, he has been the central figure in the Ancient Eastern Forests Conference Series. Bob is co-founder of the Native Tree Society, co-founder and President of Friends of Mohawk Trail State Forest, and Chair of the Massachusetts DCR Forest Reserves Science Advisory Committee. Educated as an engineer, he is a recognized expert in the discipline of measuring trees for both science and sport. Currently, he is working with climate scientists to help measure carbon sequestration in individual trees, and is devising a carbon analysis tool for NEWT and others. Monica Jakuc Leverett is a retired professor of music at Smith College, where she taught from 1969-2008. She is a classical music concert pianist. In addition, as Bob’s partner and wife, she has spent the last 18 years exploring forests with him.

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