Urban Forestry Resources
The Spokane County Conservation District. The Forestry Department at the Spokane County Conservation District applies an ecologically balanced approach to managing, utilizing, and protecting the forest and wildlife resources. They also provide information and assistance on urban forestry issues in Spokane County.
The Lands Council in Spokane, is dedicated to preserving native trees such as Ponderosa Pine and Douglas Fir through education and community action. They are frequently engaged in tree plantings and events throughout Spokane.
The City of Spokane Parks Foundation Is an independent, non-partisan advocate, between what Spokane parks need to thrive and what annual budgets can provide. The Foundation helps preserve our valuable community green spaces – and enhance them for future generations.
Reforest Spokane You can have a tree planted in a Spokane neighborhood for the tax-deductible contribution of $300 to Reforest Spokane. A two-inch diameter street tree of an appropriate species will be selected and properly planted in a neighborhood of your choice.
Tree Link Internet-based information and tools to improve urban and community forests. The site provides a variety of information, research and networking opportunities.
American Forests A non-profit organization that works to protect and restore urban trees and rural forests. American Forests’ targeted audiences are individuals, community groups, government at all levels, educators, and businesses.
The International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) was created to provide the general public with quality arboriculture, or tree care, related information. Resources include information on tree selection, proper tree care and pruning, and tree problems and treatments.
Pacific Northwest Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture The PNW-ISA is a Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture, encompassing the states of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, and the province of British Columbia. Available information includes tips on proper tree care and how to prevent your trees from becoming hazardous.
National Arbor Day Foundation provides substantial tree information, including selecting the right tree for your location and tree care tips.
Washington Community Forestry Council, a program of the Washington State Department of Natural Resources, works to educate citizens and decision-makers about the economic, environmental, psychological and aesthetic benefits of trees and to assist local governments, citizen groups and volunteers in planting and sustaining healthy trees and vegetation.
The Urban and Community Forestry Program of the United States Department of Agriculture provides technical and financial assistance to help improve the livability of cities and communities through managing urban forest resources to promote a healthy ecosystem.
The Center for Urban Forest Research at the USDA Forest Service conducts research on the benefits and costs of urban forests, creates new strategies for managing community forests, provides information to agencies and the public, and provides expertise to local communities on urban forest issues.
The Spokane County Conservation District is a political sub-division of Washington State government, dedicated to providing natural resource information, education, and technical assistance to citizens in promoting the sustainable use of natural resources in Spokane County.
Vancouver Urban Forestry is maximizing the aesthetic, environmental and economic benefits that trees provide to city residents and visitors by preserving, managing and enhancing existing trees and other vegetation and promoting the reforestation of the urban area, through an active integrated program with community support and participation.
Community Canopy is a tree care education partnership of the cities of Coeur d’Alene, Hayden, Post Falls and the Spokane County Conservation District, with assistance from the University of Idaho Extension and Washington State University Extension. The goal of Community Canopy is to have healthy and sustainable community forests to provide maximum environmental and visual benefits.
The Tree Resource Guide is the premier source for information on trees and tree care in Pennsylvania.
