TreeKeepers
Become a TreeKeeper and make a difference in your community!
Join Trees Forever for our three-part class series and gain the knowledge to become an effective environmental volunteer.
About the Course
The Trees Forever TreeKeepers program 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.
What to Expect
Participants in TreeKeepers will take part in hands-on and virtual classroom presentations led by experienced Trees Forever staff members and other invited tree experts. All training will incorporate opportunities for practicing skills learned. After completion of the TreeKeepers program, participants will be equipped with the knowledge of how to maintain our urban trees and plant trees for future generations.
Specifically, TreeKeepers will participate in a variety of training sessions, learning about:
- Tree Identification & Biology
- Proper Planting & Maintenance
- Benefits of Trees
- Urban & Community Tree Issues
- Volunteer Recruitment & Engagement
Benefits of the Program
TreeKeepers graduates will:
- Actively participate in tree plantings in their neighborhood and the community.
- Gain hands-on experience caring for street trees and park trees.
- Protect community trees and be a tree ambassador.
TreeKeeper graduates are encouraged to perform volunteer service in their area. Help the trees in your community thrive by becoming a Trees Forever Treekeeper!
In-person classes will be held in both Cedar Rapids and Des Moines during this March – Click the links below to sign up for TreeKeepers in your area!