Virginia Big Tree Program Knowledge

The video introduces the Virginia Big Tree Program, highlighting its history and purpose. It discusses two champion trees, a bitternut hickory and a northern red oak, detailing their measurements and significance. Eric Wiseman from Virginia Tech explains the program's role in recognizing large trees and its affiliation with national organizations. The video also covers the Virginia Big Tree Register, explaining how trees are scored and registered. It concludes with a preview of the next episode.

Who were the key figures in the establishment of the Virginia Big Tree Program?

• Dr. William McElfresh and Charlie Finley

• Eric Wiseman and Jennifer Gagnon

• Bill Wuerl and Virginia Tech

• Rally Music and Jacob Heath

What was the original purpose of the Virginia Big Tree Program?

• To create a national tree database

• To document endangered tree species

• To encourage children to find the largest trees in Virginia

• To promote tree planting in urban areas

Where is the Virginia champion Bitternut Hickory located?

• Washington County Park

• Virginia Tech Campus

• Gunner Farms in Glade Spring

• Seven Springs Alpaca Farm in Lebanon

What is the circumference of the Northern Red Oak champion tree?

• 237 inches

• 285 inches

• 106 feet

• 118 feet

What is the main goal of the Virginia Big Tree Program?

• To educate the public about tree diseases

• To recognize and document the largest trees in Virginia

• To promote tree conservation in urban areas

• To plant new trees across Virginia

Which organization coordinates the National Big Tree Program?

• American Forests

• Virginia Cooperative Extension

• 4-H Club

• Virginia Tech

What are the criteria used in the scoring system for the Virginia Big Tree Register?

• Crown spread, leaf size, and trunk color

• Age, location, and species

• Height, crown spread, and trunk circumference

• Height, age, and species

What is the minimum trunk circumference required for a tree to be registered?

• 9.5 inches

• 13 feet

• 23 feet 9 inches

• 100 feet

Where can you find more information about the Virginia Big Tree Program?

• American Forests website

• Virginia Tech's College of Natural Resources and Environment website

• Local libraries

• National Park Service

What can you do on the Virginia Big Tree Program's website?

• Nominate a tree for the register

• Buy tree seeds

• Register for a tree planting event

• Download tree care guides