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Reclaiming an Atlantic White Cedar Bog

Contributing Writer: Ricker Magder, Community-based Environmental Writer, Nonprofit Consultant and Founding Executive Director of Groundwork Hudson Valley and Groundwork USA In the far northwest corner of New Jersey, along the Walkill River, stands a very special national wildlife refuge. Nestled in a low-lying area, [...]

By editor|December 5th, 2023|Categories: Natural Areas in the Urban Forest, Urban Forest Ecology|Comments Off

Trees, Please!

Sequoia Art. Photo Terry Hawkridge “In Japanese kodama, the spirit of a tree, refers to a feeling of special kinship with the heart of a tree. It is our deepest respect for the tree… that we may offer the tree a second life.” —George Nakashima [...]

By editor|December 4th, 2023|Categories: Trees Please|Comments Off

2023 New York City (R2) ReLeaf Fall Workshop Presentations

The R2 Fall ReLeaf workshop was about up-and-coming news and research in urban forestry. All presenters gave permission for their presentations to be shared. Alley Pond Park's Future Forest with Kip Stein, Director of Natural Areas Management, NYC Parks Green Horizons: Celebrating the 25th Anniversary with Christina McLaughlin, Environmental Educator [...]

By editor|November 28th, 2023|Categories: ReLeaf Workshops|Comments Off

Oak Regeneration Project in Hillside Woods

Contributing Writer: Haven Colgate, Chair, Hastings-on-Hudson Conservation Commission I arrived in Hastings-on-Hudson in 2002. Hillside Park & Woods was a marvel to me: twenty minutes from Manhattan and there’s this sylvan oasis: a peaceful one hundred acres of trees and trails, streams and even a pond. Having grown up [...]

By editor|November 28th, 2023|Categories: Forest Restoration, Innovative Projects and Programs, Natural Areas in the Urban Forest|Comments Off

Trail Supporter Patches: Variety of Patches for Sale

For those who are patch collecting enthusiasts, would like to support trails on State lands, or are looking for the perfect gift for an outdoor lover— we have the perfect thing for you! A variety of trail-riffic patches are now for sale as a single patch or sets. All [...]

By editor|November 22nd, 2023|Categories: Innovative Projects and Programs|Comments Off

Beech Leaf and Bark Diseases: An Emerging Threat to All Beech Trees

A free EPA IPM webinar – open to all on December 5, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:30 PM ET Diseases impacting beech trees are an emerging forest health threat. The iconic American beech has been prized for centuries by people for its dense, shady canopy, form, stature, smooth bark and [...]

By editor|November 22nd, 2023|Categories: Webinars & Online Workshops|Comments Off

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Our Mission

New York State’s Urban Forestry program is a partnership of public, private, and volunteer organizations and individuals that fosters comprehensive planning, management, and education throughout New York to create a healthy urban and community forest and enhance quality of life.

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Central Park, NYC by Carlos Alcazar