Planting a Better Tomorrow!
Winter is upon us, but to have the perfect trees in the spring, now is the time to prune them. Trees Forever Field Coordinator Emily Ehley will present this virtual lesson as part of a National Great Rivers Research and Education Center educational program. Register online at the NGRREC website by clicking the link below.
Each legislative session presents opportunities to advocate for Iowa’s water, land, and climate. In 2022, IEC staff, advocates, and volunteers will call for improvements in clean energy policy, water quality, energy efficiency, and more. During Virtual Advocacy Day, you'll hear from environmental advocates and legislators about current environmental issues at the Capitol this session, have aContinue reading "Virtual Environmental Advocacy Day with the Iowa Environmental Council"
Windbreaks are a great agroforestry practice that can help to manage strong winds, odor, snow, and more. Join Trees Forever Field Coordinators Jeff Jensen and Brad Riphagen to learn about the basics of how windbreaks work, wildlife benefits, and more. IA DNR Foresters Lindsey Barney and Mark Vitosh will share considerations landowners should remember when planting in eastern Iowa and Western Iowa
Environmental Advocacy Day hosted by the Iowa Environmental Council will be held the same day. We’re working together to fill the rotunda to show our elected officials how important it is to support our natural resources!
Iowa's roadsides are the perfect place to plant trees and native plants for living snow fences, water control, and more!Join Trees Forever Program Manager Jeff Jensen to learn more about what a roadside plan is, why they are important, steps to completing a plan, grants your community may be eligible for, and how Trees ForeverContinue reading "Roadside Plans for Communities – Zoom"
The Trees Forever TreeKeepers class is designed for people who want to become more knowledgeable about urban tree planting and care and who wish to become a stronger voice for trees in their neighborhoods and communities. Specifically, participants will learn about Tree ID, biology, planting, maintenance and benefits. Additionally, the class will include discussions onContinue reading "TreeKeepers Session 1 Webinar"
Join Trees Forever Field Coordinator Jeff Jensen, IA Nut Growers Association President Mary Ellen Miller, and a panel of IA Woodland Owners as they talk about the Forest Reserve Law in Iowa.
Trees Forever TreeKeeper class participants continue to learn about tree planting and care, tree identification, and more. Registration for this series is closed, but we hope to see you at a session this fall.
Now is the time to prune fruit trees. If you would like to learn how to prune, brush up on pruning skills, have an opportunity to ask questions about pruning, or just get out and enjoy a spring day, this workshop is just what you need. The Marion Parks, Trees Forever, and Linn County MasterContinue reading "Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop"
Trees Forever TreeKeeper class participants continue to learn about tree planting and care, tree identification, and more. Registration for this series is closed, but we hope to see you at a session this fall.
Iowa's roadsides are the perfect place to plant trees and native plants for living snow fences, water control, and more!Join Trees Forever Program Manager Jeff Jensen to learn more about what a roadside plan is, why they are important, steps to completing a plan, grants your community may be eligible for, and how Trees ForeverContinue reading "Roadside Plans for Communities – Zoom"
Tree-Mendous Growth Celebrate with Tree City USA communities, Tree Campus projects, Tree Line successes and more at the annual Iowa Urban Tree Council luncheon. Get inspired with stories of volunteersContinue reading "Iowa Urban Tree Council Awards Luncheon"