URBAN FORESTRY

In response to Citys' goal of planting 100,000 trees in San Diego by the year 2020, Urban Corps created an Urban Forestry Department in July 2002.

Crews of Corpsmembers receive specialized training in tree planting, tree care, pruning and watering. While planting trees to improve urban, low-income and neighborhoods, Corpsmembers are educated on the aesthetics, benefits and importance of trees to the environment.

Ways You Can Help ReLeaf your Community

San Diego City Councilmember Scott Peters plants trees with Urban Corpsmembers (see right)

Each year, San Diego loses thousands of urban trees to damage and neglect. Thousands more are lost to new development. This is tragic considering the wealth of aesthetic, environmental, economic, and social benefits trees provide. Join the Mayor of San Diego and the growing number of citizens who are recognizing the need to plant, maintain, and protect trees in their communities. To find out if you are eligible for a free tree under the City of San Diego’s Urban Forestry initiative and for more information on our services call 619-235-6884