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Richmond Tree Stewards Fall 2010
Are you interested in learning more about proper tree care? The city of Richmond boasts one of the top urban forests in the country, and now you have the opportunity to learn more about the thriving trees in our community.
Who: Richmond residents interested in learning the proper methods of planting and maintaining trees by becoming Tree Stewards
What: Richmond Tree Stewards Fall 2010 Class
Where: Tuesdays at the Round House in Byrd Park and one Saturday class
When: Every Tuesday – September 7 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. and Saturday, November 6 from 9 a.m. – noon at the Round House in Byrd Park.
Background: 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 for city residents and $150 for non-city residents. Each participant is asked to commit to 20 hours of community service upon completion of the program. Tree Stewards who completed the class between 2004-2009 may sit in the classes at no charge. The registration deadline is August 31, 2010. Checks should be made to Richmond Recreation and Parks Foundation. To download a registration form log onto http://www.treestewards.rrpfoundation.org or call (804)646-6785 for more information.
The actual website is:
http://treestewards.rrpfoundation.org/
The www messes it all up. Thanks.
The City of Richmond should be paying us to take this class.
The checks should be made payable to the Enrichmond Foundation. The Richmond Recreation and Parks Foundation has changed their name. Visit http://www.enrichmond.org for more information about the organization. Thanks.
The tree steward class is a good deal all around. Peace.
Can we pay so that Dominion has to take it?
Great idea Boz! I would chip in for that!
Department of Public Works
Dwight C. Jones FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Mayor August 16, 2010
Contact: Sharon North
Phone: (804) 646-5607
Richmond Tree Stewards 2010
Are you interested in learning more about proper tree care? The City of Richmond boasts one of the top urban forests in the country, and now you have the opportunity to learn more about the thriving trees in our community.
Who: Richmond residents and other area students and residents interested in learning the proper methods of selecting, planting and maintaining trees.
What: Richmond Tree Stewards Fall 2010 Class
Where: The Round House in Byrd Park and one Saturday class, location TBA
When: Tuesdays from September 7 through November 16 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. and Saturday November 6 from 9 a.m. – noon (no class session on Tuesday November 2). Professionals in our metro tree care industry will teach the classes.
Background: Class topics include tree identification, tree biology, soil characteristics, planting and care, health and maintenance, and special considerations for the urban forest.
Registration is $75 with a required commitment for 12 hours of community service for students of urban design or horticulture, persons working in Community Development, engineers and planners. Tree Stewards may register for $25 with a required commitment for 12 hours of community service. For all others, registration is $95 with a required commitment for 20 hours of community service.
Participants can register early or at the door. The advance registration deadline is August 31, 2010. Checks should be made payable to EnRichmond Foundation. To download a registration form log onto
http://www.richmondgov.com/PublicWorks/UrbanForestry.aspx
2010 Fall Tree Steward Program
or call 646-6785 for more information.