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South Sacramento

South Sacramento does not have many trees, but neighbors are working hard to change this by planting trees throughout the community.  » Learn More »

South Natomas

The goal of the South Natomas Urban Greening Initiative is to plant 1,000 trees in 3 years in Gardenland, Northgate, and South Natomas in an effort to replace the tree canopy while building a community commitment to trees.
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Rancho Cordova

Through our partnerships with the City of Rancho Cordova and SMUD, residents, business owners, and community organizations can get free trees and assistance with planting, irrigation, and dead tree removal.  » Learn More »

Rosemont

After mistletoe and old age damaged the Modesto ash that once lined these streets, neighbors in the Rosemont community kicked off a planting campaign to renew their tree canopy.  » Learn More »

Hollywood Park

Through planting new trees, removing sick and dead trees, and developing a culture of stewardship, neighbors in Hollywood Park and Carleton Tract are working together to improve their tree canopy.  » Learn More »

River Park

The River Park Tree Canopy Project is a community-based effort to restore and enhance the tree canopy in River Park. Through this initiative, we have successfully planted over 100 trees in River Park since 2015 with the help of amazing volunteers from the River Park community! » Learn More »

Arden Park

After mistletoe and old age damaged the Modesto ash that once lined these streets, neighbors in the Arden Park community kicked off a planting campaign to renew their tree canopy. » Learn More »

Del Paso Heights

We have had the pleasure to partner with some amazing community leaders including The Del Paso Heights Growers' Alliance, Pacific Housing Inc., City of Sacramento Parks and their District 2 Commissioner, and the Mutual Assistance Network of Del Paso Heights. This collaborative effort is committed to promoting equity and justice in disadvantaged communities. If you would like to be a part of growing and supporting the canopy in Del Paso Heights, contact us. » Learn More »

Arden Arcade

This year we are working at Howe Community park adding new shade trees and caring for mature trees. This beautiful park is also home to some very special memorial trees whose plaques have suffered vandalism and damage over the years. If you would like to be a part of monitoring the memorial trees, supporting and growing the canopy in Howe Community park or your own neighborhood in Arden Arcade, contact us. » Learn More »

North Highlands

The community of North Highlands has some of the highest regional temperatures during the summer months. A lush tree canopy has dramatic effects on not only temperature, but also on improving physical and mental health. If you would like to be a part of growing and supporting the canopy in North Highlands, contact us. » Learn More »

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Interview: New Head Of Sacramento Tree Foundation On Creating Equity, Fighting Climate Change

The Sacramento Tree Foundation played a critical role helping the capital city earn the City of Trees moniker. Filling the shoes of longtime executive director Ray Tretheway is Jessica Sanders. Sanders will soon be moving to Sacramento from Washington, D.C., where she served as Director of Science and Policy at Casey Trees. She recently spoke with CapRadio about what she hopes to achieve in her new role, including addressing issues of equity and climate change.

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South Sacramento

South Sacramento does not have many trees, but neighbors are working hard to change this by planting trees throughout the community. 

» Learn More »

South Natomas

The goal of the South Natomas Urban Greening Initiative is to plant 1,000 trees in 3 years in Gardenland, Northgate, and South Natomas in an effort to replace the tree canopy while building a community commitment to trees.

» Learn More »

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Feb4

Young Tree Pruning Webinar

Online

Thursday, February 4 12:00P - 1:00P

We've teamed up with Regional Water Authority to bring you a free webinar on how to prune young shade trees for strong and attractive structure led by our certified arborist and Education Programs Manager Pamela Sanchez. Quick, simple steps you can take now to help your young shade trees grow healthy and beautiful will save you time and money in the future. We’ll teach you how and where to make good cuts and which tools to use. This class does not cover fruit tree pruning and care.

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