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Thank you for your continued interest in our program and Edmonton’s urban forest.
Due to the COVID-19 situation and for the protection of your health and safety, we are suspending all scheduled volunteer shifts and special events until further notice. Please continue to check back for programming updates.
Join Root for Trees for our biggest, most tree-rific family event of the year. Children who are 12 and under can register for the tree-athlon - the only race of its kind in Edmonton! Take part in the fun activities and help us plant 1000 native trees, shrubs and wildflowers. There will be games, educational exhibitors, tree giveaways, crafts and much more
Date: June 2021
Join Root for Trees and help local pollinators! Together, we hope to turn the naturalized area in front of the Terwillegar Recreation Centre into a haven for bees and other pollinating insects. Come plant local wildflowers and learn more about the local wildlife that relies on native plants. We’ll also be giving away some wildflowers for you to plant in your own garden.
Date: June 2021
Looking for a free date night activity? Help local pollinators thrive by turning the naturalized area in front of the Terwillegar Recreation Centre into a haven for birds and bees. Learn more about the local wildlife that relies on native plants, and take home a wildflower to plant in your own garden!
Date: June 2021
Join Root for Trees and Nature Kids by Nature Alberta to learn about the plants in your neighbourhoods and forests. The mission of Family Nature Nights is to promote positive experiences for youth and their families with nature, science and urban wilderness. Programming is designed for ages 4-12, but nature lovers of all ages are welcome.
Registration for Family Nature Night takes place at the event. Please arrive at 6pm to register. Activities begin at 6:30pm.
Date: July 2021
Root for Trees is expanding the Food Forest at Cloverdale Hill. Come check out which native fruit-bearing trees and shrubs grow in Edmonton. You might be surprised at the amount of biodiversity we have in our own backyard! Help us plant these life-sustaining plants to become a source of food for years to come. The wildlife will thank you!
Date: August 2021
Celebrate National Tree Day with Root for Trees! Enjoy the great outdoors and learn about the many benefits of Edmonton’s urban forest. This unique day will be filled with activities for all ages including tree planting, plant giveaways, forestry demonstrations, interactive games and much more!
Date: September 2021
| Telephone | In Edmonton: 311 |
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| TTY | 780-944-5555 |
| citytrees@edmonton.ca |
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