Become part of the “growing” TreeVitalize initiative, an effort led by Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to increase tree cover and the many benefits that trees offer us in Pennsylvania’s communities by taking part in the Tree Tender experience.

Tree Tenders is a training program that empowers concerned residents to make dramatic strides towards restoring and caring for their local trees.   Participants will receive  eight hours of hands-on training that covers tree biology, identification, planting, proper care, and working with your community.

The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society in collaboration with Penn State Extension developed this course for citizens and experts alike. Since 1993, over 4000 community volunteers from 300 Pennsylvania neighborhoods have become trained Tree Tenders.

Visit the Tree Tenders webpage for more information and a training schedule.

4/1/2013