Welcome to the “City of Oaks” Urban Forestry Division!
The Urban Forestry Division is part of the Parks and Recreation Department. We have proudly made the City of Raleigh a Tree City USA for 21 years! Urban Forestry ensures that we remain “The City of Oaks” by managing existing trees and re-planting the next generation.
Please join us for these exciting tree planting events and learn how to become a Raleigh Tree Steward and other volunteer opportunities.
Saturday Octobor 24: 9:30AM-1:30PM
The 2nd Annual NeighborWoods Tree Delivery Kick- Off will take place at the new Sanderford Rd. Community Center. The tree planting demonstration will begin at 9:30 AM and then volunteers will spread out across the surrounding neighborhood to plant approximately 50 trees! In addition, we will deliver a free gator bag (watering device) and mulch.
From 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM, there will be a reception with jazz music provided by WSHA and nature education activities for kids. If you would like to volunteer, be one of the first 25 citizens to arrive and you will receive a free t- shirt. In addition to light refreshements…after the tree planting is finished, the t- shirt will serve as your ticket to a pizza party.
Learn about the benefits of URBAN TREES and other volunteer opportunities at the NeighborWoods booth and Trees Across Raleigh booth.
For more information contact the Tree Planting Coordinator Sherry Graham at 919-996-4115.
Saturday October 31: 9am to 12 noon rain or shine
Trees Across Raleigh and the City of Raleigh Urban Forestry Division volunteer TREE PLANTING events at two locations in Raleigh. Costumes are encouraged!
Fletcher Park near downtown Raleigh we will plant 50 trees.
Honeycutt Park in North Raleigh will focus on small tree maintenance and planting trees.
Please wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Equipment and light refreshments will be provided. Come out and join us at the start of tree planting season and learn how to properly plant and care for trees in YOUR Urban Forest. For more information contact Cindy Rice of Trees Across Raleigh at cindyasla@earthlink.net or Kristin Loomis of the City of Raleigh at 996 4871 or Kristin.Loomis@ci.raleigh.nc.us.
Directions
FletcherPark is located at 805 Washington Street which is off Glenwood Avenue just below Wade Avenue. Parking is available in the parking lot at Washington Street and along Washington Street.
HoneycuttPark is located at 1032 Clear Creek Farm Road which is off of Honeycutt Road. Access Honeycutt Road by Durant Road from the North and Falls of Neuse Road from the South near the 540 Falls of Neuse Road exit.
Our Mission: The mission of the City of Raleigh Urban Forestry Division is to manage trees to provide for public safety and long term sustainability. We strive to enhance the health and appearance of Raleigh’s urban forest by providing the best service possible in a safe, professional, and efficient manner for all citizens.
Benefits of the Urban Forest:
Increase property values
Improve air and water quality
Reduce residential heating and cooling costs
Decrease stormwater runoff and pollution
Increase public health and wellness by promoting physical activity, reducing stress, and lowering asthma risks.
