EAB Educational Materials & Hubs

Tagged as: Emerald Ash Borer, EAB, pest, municipal foresters

 Pamphlets and other educational materials are available for municipal foresters or others who must educate the public about EAB. Below is a list of products, some in limited quantities, and a list of hubs. Note (very important): contact the "hub" prior to picking up the materials, to make sure there are enough of the items you need.

EAB Products Available

• General EAB Brochure [PDF. Download free Adobe Reader to view.]
• Pocket identification cards: These laminated wallet-sized cards have a ruled edge and show actual size EAB adults, larva, exit holes and look alike exit holes.
• Firewood warning poster: An 8 1/2 " x 11" poster with photos and a general warning about the risks to forest health associated with moving firewood.
• “Bumper-Magnets” with the "Don't Move Firewood" message.
• EAB Pest Alert: Technical in nature, the bulletin is available to download at http://www.emeraldashborer.info/files/EAB.pdf or in paper form at distribution centers. Spanish versions are also available.
• EAB exhibit poster: Choice of two.
  • Available from the University of Illinois, Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences. Charges are direct printing costs to the university. Requests should be directed to: James E. Appleby, Dept. NRES, 1102 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana, IL 61801 or phone 217-244-3431 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . The laminated color poster can be used inside as well as outdoors. Information on how to detect emerald ash borer infestations is presented using color photographs on a dark background. Photographs of insects that might be confused with the emerald ash borer are also shown. Cost: $50/each plus shipping.
  • Download, print and mount on a 30" x 40" board. Poster is now available in an editable version on the IAA website. This 30"x 40" poster can be printed out on a large format printer (available at most copy centers), mount it to foam core board, and display on an easel. Designed by Village of Mount Prospect.

EAB “Hubs” That Dispense Products

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