Be a tree steward
Richmond residents interested in learning the proper methods of plan and maintaining trees can become Richmond Tree Stewards by participating in a series of workshops sponsored by Richmond’s Department of Parks and Recreation. Class topics include tree identification, tree biology, soil characteristics, planting and care, health and maintenance, and proper pruning methods. The Tree […]
Richmond residents interested in learning the proper methods of plan and maintaining trees can become Richmond Tree Stewards by participating in a series of workshops sponsored by Richmond’s Department of Parks and Recreation. Class topics include tree identification, tree biology, soil characteristics, planting and care, health and maintenance, and proper pruning methods. The Tree Planting class will be taught by area tree care industry professionals.
Registration is $95 and each participant is asked to commit to 20 hours of community service upon completion of the program. Tree Stewards who completed the class in 2004 may attend the 2008 classes at no charge. The registration deadline is January 25th. Checks should be made to Richmond Recreation and Parks Foundation. Call 646-6785 for more information.
The sessions will be held on Mondays at the Round House in Byrd Park with one Saturday class at the Carillon in Byrd Park. The Monday sessions run from February 4 through March 31 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, and on Saturday, March 15, from 9:00 am until noon.
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