BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Trees Forever - ECPv6.16.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://treesforever.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Trees Forever REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T130000 DTSTAMP:20260615T161637Z CREATED:20260615T132500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T161637Z UID:30140-1783425600-1783429200@treesforever.org SUMMARY:Tree City USA DESCRIPTION:Join the Trees Forever Illinois team for an insightful webinar about Tree City USA\, a free nationwide certification program from the Arbor Day Foundation! \n\n\n\nIn this session\, you’ll discover what Tree City USA is\, how earning certification can benefit your community and the state of Illinois\, and the four key requirements to achieve it. Plus\, learn how Trees Forever can support you throughout the certification process and help your community thrive. \n\n\n\nIllinois Community Forestry – Trees Forever URL:https://treesforever.org/event/tree-city-usa-9/ LOCATION:Iowa CATEGORIES:Illinois,Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T113000 DTSTAMP:20260625T200150Z CREATED:20260625T200146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T200150Z UID:30279-1783760400-1783769400@treesforever.org SUMMARY:Urban Agroforestry: Edible Food Forests and Invasive Species Field Day DESCRIPTION:Join Trees Forever at the Eastern Iowa Hindu Temple and Cultural Center for an Urban Agroforestry Field Day! \n\n\n\nWant to learn more about urban agroforestry? How about building your knowledge and skills identifying and controlling unwanted vegetation? Have you ever thought about a windbreak or an edible food forest? Director of Community Programs Jeff Jensen will present on the following topics: \n\n\n\n\nUrban Agroforestry practices like food forests and windbreaks\n\n\n\nWindbreak design and considerations\n\n\n\nInvasive species identification and management techniques\n\n\n\n\nThe second half of the field day is hands-on removal (for those that want to participate) of undesirable woody species and then treating the stems; tools provided! \n\n\n\nThis Urban Agroforestry Field Day is no cost but please register to help us manage how many tools to bring. URL:https://treesforever.org/event/urban-agroforestry-edible-food-forests-and-invasive-species-field-day/ LOCATION:Eastern Iowa Hindu Temple and Cultural Center\, 1600 W Main St.\, Robins\, Iowa\, 52328 CATEGORIES:In person,Iowa,Volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T130000 DTSTAMP:20260615T134405Z CREATED:20260615T132659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T134405Z UID:30146-1784635200-1784638800@treesforever.org SUMMARY:Illinois Community Canopy Informational Session DESCRIPTION:Join Trees Forever Illinois for an in-depth webinar on the Illinois Community Canopy (ICC) grant opportunities for your community! \n\n\n\nLearn more about tree inventory and management\, tree removal\, and tree planting grants. Whether you have already started working on your canopy or are looking to launch the process\, Trees Forever is here to help you every step of the way! URL:https://treesforever.org/event/illinois-community-canopy-informational-session/ LOCATION:Iowa CATEGORIES:Illinois,Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T130000 DTSTAMP:20260615T133743Z CREATED:20260615T133016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T133743Z UID:30150-1785240000-1785243600@treesforever.org SUMMARY:Tree Ordinances for Illinois Communities DESCRIPTION:Join Trees Forever Illinois for an in-depth webinar on the power of tree ordinances. \n\n\n\nWhat are they\, and why are they crucial for the future of Illinois’ urban forests? Learn how tree ordinances are being implemented across the state and how they can protect and enhance your community’s green spaces. Whether you’re looking to create a tree ordinance from scratch or improve an existing one\, Trees Forever is here to guide you every step of the way. \n\n\n\nIllinois Community Forestry – Trees Forever URL:https://treesforever.org/event/tree-ordinances-for-illinois-communities/ LOCATION:Iowa CATEGORIES:Illinois,Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T130000 DTSTAMP:20260615T180930Z CREATED:20260615T133236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T180930Z UID:30155-1785844800-1785848400@treesforever.org SUMMARY:Tree City USA DESCRIPTION:Unlock the Benefits of Tree City USA for Your Community! \n\n\n\nJoin the Trees Forever Illinois team for an insightful webinar about Tree City USA\, a free nationwide certification program from the Arbor Day Foundation. In this session\, you’ll discover what Tree City USA is\, how earning certification can benefit your community and the state of Illinois\, and the four key requirements to achieve it. Plus\, learn how Trees Forever can support you throughout the certification process and help your community thrive. \n\n\n\nIllinois Community Forestry – Trees Forever URL:https://treesforever.org/event/tree-city-usa-10/ LOCATION:Iowa CATEGORIES:Illinois,Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T130000 DTSTAMP:20260615T181116Z CREATED:20260615T133459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T181116Z UID:30159-1786449600-1786453200@treesforever.org SUMMARY:Illinois Community Canopy Informational Session DESCRIPTION:Join Trees Forever Illinois for an in-depth webinar on the Illinois Community Canopy (ICC) grant opportunities for your community! \n\n\n\nLearn more about tree inventory and management\, tree removal\, and tree planting grants. Whether you have already started working on your canopy or are looking to launch the process\, Trees Forever is here to help you every step of the way! \n\n\n\nIllinois Community Forestry – Trees Forever URL:https://treesforever.org/event/illinois-community-canopy-informational-session-2/ LOCATION:Iowa CATEGORIES:Illinois,Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T130000 DTSTAMP:20260615T181255Z CREATED:20260615T133807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T181255Z UID:30164-1787054400-1787058000@treesforever.org SUMMARY:Tree Ordinances for Illinois Communities DESCRIPTION:Join Trees Forever Illinois for an in-depth webinar on the power of tree ordinances. \n\n\n\nWhat are they\, and why are they crucial for the future of Illinois’ urban forests? Learn how tree ordinances are being implemented across the state and how they can protect and enhance your community’s green spaces. Whether you’re looking to create a tree ordinance from scratch or improve an existing one\, Trees Forever is here to guide you every step of the way. \n\n\n\nIllinois Community Forestry – Trees Forever URL:https://treesforever.org/event/tree-ordinances-for-illinois-communities-2/ LOCATION:Iowa CATEGORIES:Illinois,Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T130000 DTSTAMP:20260615T181421Z CREATED:20260615T134119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T181421Z UID:30174-1788264000-1788267600@treesforever.org SUMMARY:Tree City USA DESCRIPTION:Unlock the Benefits of Tree City USA for Your Community! \n\n\n\nJoin the Trees Forever Illinois team for an insightful webinar about Tree City USA\, a free nationwide certification program from the Arbor Day Foundation. In this session\, you’ll discover what Tree City USA is\, how earning certification can benefit your community and the state of Illinois\, and the four key requirements to achieve it. Plus\, learn how Trees Forever can support you throughout the certification process and help your community thrive. \n\n\n\nIllinois Community Forestry – Trees Forever URL:https://treesforever.org/event/tree-city-usa-11/ LOCATION:Iowa CATEGORIES:Illinois,Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T130000 DTSTAMP:20260615T181557Z CREATED:20260615T134305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T181557Z UID:30179-1788868800-1788872400@treesforever.org SUMMARY:Illinois Community Canopy Informational Session DESCRIPTION:Join Trees Forever Illinois for an in-depth webinar on the Illinois Community Canopy (ICC) grant opportunities for your community! \n\n\n\nLearn more about tree inventory and management\, tree removal\, and tree planting grants. Whether you have already started working on your canopy or are looking to launch the process\, Trees Forever is here to help you every step of the way! \n\n\n\nIllinois Community Forestry – Trees Forever URL:https://treesforever.org/event/illinois-community-canopy-informational-session-3/ LOCATION:Iowa CATEGORIES:Illinois,Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T130000 DTSTAMP:20260615T181719Z CREATED:20260615T134443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T181719Z UID:30183-1789473600-1789477200@treesforever.org SUMMARY:Tree Ordinances for Illinois Communities DESCRIPTION:Join Trees Forever Illinois for an in-depth webinar on the power of tree ordinances. \n\n\n\nWhat are they\, and why are they crucial for the future of Illinois’ urban forests? Learn how tree ordinances are being implemented across the state and how they can protect and enhance your community’s green spaces. Whether you’re looking to create a tree ordinance from scratch or improve an existing one\, Trees Forever is here to guide you every step of the way. \n\n\n\nIllinois Community Forestry – Trees Forever URL:https://treesforever.org/event/tree-ordinances-for-illinois-communities-3/ LOCATION:Iowa CATEGORIES:Illinois,Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261016T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261016T160000 DTSTAMP:20260622T124438Z CREATED:20260618T132811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T124438Z UID:30223-1792155600-1792166400@treesforever.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Planting - Des Moines DESCRIPTION:RESERVED for Principal volunteers \n\n\n\nWe’ll provide tools for planting\, snacks\, and a place to refill your water bottle. Please dress for the weather and wear closed-toed shoes to ensure your safety while planting. We’ll plant rain or shine\, provided there isn’t lightning. Contact DSM Trees Forever volunteer coordinator Bianca Cook with questions. bcook@treesforever.org (515) 450-1632 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease register below\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n PhoneCompany or Organization (if applicable)Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n County(Required)AdairAdamsAlexanderAllamakeeAppanooseAshlandAudubonBarronBayfieldBentonBlack HawkBondBooneBremerBrownBuchananBuena VistaBuffaloBureauBurnettButlerCalhounCalumetCarrollCassCedarCerro GordoChampaignCherokeeChickasawChippewaChristianClarkClarkeClayClaytonClintonColesColumbiaCookCrawfordCumberlandDallasDaneDavisDecaturDeKalbDelawareDes MoinesDeWittDickinsonDodgeDoorDouglasDubuqueDunnDuPageEau ClaireEdgarEdwardsEffinghamEmmetFayetteFlorenceFloydFond du LacFordForestFranklinFremontFultonGallatinGrantGreenGreeneGreen LakeGrundyGuthrieHamiltonHancockHardinHarrisonHendersonHenryHowardHumboldtIdaIowaIronIroquoisJacksonJasperJeffersonJerseyJo DaviessJohnsonJonesJuneauKaneKankakeeKendallKenoshaKeokukKewauneeKnoxKossuthLa CrosseLafayetteLakeLangladeLaSalleLawrenceLeeLincolnLinnLivingstonLoganLouisaLucasLyonMaconMacoupinMadisonMahaskaManitowocMarathonMarinetteMarionMarquetteMarshallMasonMassacMcDonoughMcHenryMcLeanMenardMenomineeMercerMillsMilwaukeeMitchellMononaMonroeMontgomeryMorganMoultrieMuscatineO'BrienOcontoOgleOneidaOsceolaOutagamieOzaukeePagePalo AltoPeoriaPepinPerryPiattPikePlymouthPocahontasPolkPopePortagePottawattamiePoweshiekPricePulaskiPutnamRacineRandolphRichlandRinggoldRockRock IslandRuskSacSaint ClairSalineSangamonSaukSawyerSchuylerScottShawanoSheboyganShelbySiouxSt. ClairSt. CroixStarkStephensonStoryTamaTaylorTazewellTrempealeauUnionVan BurenVermilionVernonVilasWabashWalworthWapelloWarrenWashburnWashingtonWaukeshaWaupacaWausharaWayneWebsterWhiteWhitesideWillWilliamsonWinnebagoWinneshiekWoodWoodburyWoodfordWorthWrightOtherVolunteer Release and Waiver of Liability(Required) I agree with the Trees Forever Volunteer Release and Waiver of LiabilityVOLUNTEER LIABILITY WAIVER AND RELEASE AGREEMENT\nThis Volunteer Liability Waiver and Release Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into between the undersigned volunteer (“Volunteer”) and Trees Forever (“Organization”)\, regarding Volunteer’s participation in any event that is sponsored or co-sponsored by the Organization\, any event that includes the use of sharp and dangerous tools such as shovels\, shears\, saws\, gloves\, etc. provided by Organization\, any event that the Organization provides tools to be used\, (collectively referred to as “Event”) and states as follows:\n1. Assumption of Risk\nVolunteer understands and acknowledges that participation in Event involves inherent risks\, including but not limited to physical injury\, exposure to environmental hazards\, uneven terrain\, falling objects\, insect bites\, and allergic reactions. Volunteer voluntarily assumes all risks associated with participating in this Event. \n2. Release of Liability\nTo the fullest extent permitted by Iowa law\, Volunteer\, on behalf of themselves\, their heirs\, executors\, administrators\, and assigns\, hereby releases wives and discharges the Organization\, its officers\, directors\, employees\, agents\, sponsors\, partners\, and affiliates (collectively\, “Released Parties”) from any and all claims\, liabilities\, damages or causes of action arising out of or related to any injury\, illness\, loss\, or damages sustained by Volunteer in connection with participation in the Event\, including claims based on negligence of Released Parties. \n3. Indemnification\nVolunteer agrees to indemnify\, defend and hold harmless the Released Parties from any claims\, liabilities\, damages\, or expenses (including attorneys’ fees) arising from Volunteer’s actions or conduct during participation in the activity. \n4. Medical Treatment and Insurance\nVolunteer acknowledges that the Organization does not provide medical insurance and that Volunteer is responsible for any medical costs incurred as a result of participation in Event. In the event of an injury\, Volunteer authorized Organization to seek medical treatment on their behalf if necessary. \n5. Compliance with Rules and Instructions\nVolunteer agrees to follow all safety guidelines\, rules\, and instructions provided by the Organization and its representatives to minimize risk of injury or harm. \n6. Photo and Media Release \nVolunteer grants Organization permission to use photographs\, videos\, or other media taken during the Event for promotional\, educational\, or fundraising purposes without expectation of compensation. \n7. Severability and Governing Law\nIf any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable\, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. This Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted under the laws of the State of Iowa. \n8. Acknowledgment and Signature\nBy signing below\, Volunteer acknowledges that they have read\, understood\, and voluntarily agreed to this Agreement\, Volunteer affirms that they are at least eighteen (18) years of age or\, if under eighteen (18)\, that a parent\, legal guardian\, or caretaker has signed below on their behalf. Digital Signature(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://treesforever.org/event/volunteer-planting-des-moines-51/ LOCATION:Iowa CATEGORIES:In person,Iowa,Volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T160000 DTSTAMP:20260625T172323Z CREATED:20260623T183958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T172323Z UID:30090-1793865600-1793894400@treesforever.org SUMMARY:Iowa's Living Roadways Celebration DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Our Roots and Our Routes: 30 Years of Community Visioning\n\n\n\nOn November 5th in Ames\, small-town residents from throughout the state will gather to explore innovative planting and green infrastructure strategies to help communities bloom and grow. Sometimes even small\, temporary projects can lead to big impacts. Since 1996\, the Community Visioning program has collaborated with more than 260 Iowa towns to create thoughtful\, innovative solutions that build on the values and pride of the people who live\, work\, and play there. Come see the visions for our 2025 communities and learn tactics for how you might try go green in your town. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription of the Day\n\n\n\nThe day will feature panel discussions\, workshops\, an exhibitor fair\, and a FREE Grant Writing 101 session. Don’t miss your chance to network with representatives from a variety of organizations and communities\, learn the ins and outs of writing successful grant proposals\, and learning about successful community projects from around the state. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPanel and Roundtable Discussion\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTour of Community Boards\n\n\n\nGet inspired by the 2026 Community Visioning towns’ creative concepts. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLuncheon\, Keynote\, and Partner Recognition\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExhibitor Fair\n\n\n\nMeet representatives from businesses with the knowledge and expertise to help you complete a community project\, whether you need design services\, signage\, lighting\, or other amenities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfternoon Workshops\n\n\n\nWorkshops in the afternoon will feature inspirational success stories from communities that have implemented projects.  ISU will feature the data team that works with towns across the state to organize and analyzing the reams of data available to us all. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGrant Writing 101\n\n\n\nLearn tips and tricks for writing an effective grant application from ISU specialists. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNew Community Orientation\n\n\n\nThe 2026 Community Visioning towns will dive into the process by learning about the components that make up the local transportation system and by applying their local knowledge through a mapping exercise focused on their community. URL:https://treesforever.org/event/ilrcelebration/ LOCATION:Gateway Hotel and Conference Center\, 2100 Green Hills Drive\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States CATEGORIES:In person,Iowa END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR