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# Richmond Tree Stewards

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## Posts

- [Posts](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/2023/08/31/posts/) - Share this: Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook
- [Getting to Know Trees](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/2022/03/15/getting-to-know-trees/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Many of us admire trees from a distance or walk by and look up to see how big a tree is. If you have never stopped to take a really close look you are missing something grand, especially this time of year. Some trees, red and silver maples
- [Statement on Enrichmond Dissolution](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/2023/05/24/statement-on-enrichmond-dissolution/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]At the end of June, it will be one year since the Enrichmond Board unexpectedly voted to dissolve itself, leaving Richmond Tree Stewards and 85 other partner organizations to fend for themselves with no
- [MULCH MADNESS](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/2023/02/05/mulch-madness/) - By: Aidan Stewart As we kick off 2023 and creep toward spring, many homeowners are beginning to think about their yards. One of the most common landscape tasks is mulching. What should be a simple task often gets overly complicated or done improperly, so here are a few things to consider before you begin mulching
- [Selecting a Tree](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/2022/06/10/selecting-a-tree/) - People who know how to buy a car, choose a major appliance or find the perfect vacation spot sometimes feel overwhelmed when it comes to selecting a tree. Let’s look at how you can apply the same strategies you use in those decisions to choosing a tree. What do you want to accomplish? Shade the
- [PRUNING OF CITY STREET TREES](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/2019/03/10/pruning-of-city-street-trees/) - There have been sightings of “crape murder” in Church Hill and some of the trees affected are city street trees. While we may not always agree on proper pruning techniques for crape myrtles, pruning of city street trees is a violation of city ordinance. Tree Policy Ordinance Section 2. Permits Required: “Citizens . . .
- [What's so bad about the Bradford Pear tree?](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/2018/03/08/whats-so-bad-about-the-bradford-pear-tree/) - Most of those white-blooming trees you're seeing as the harbinger of Spring around Richmond are the Bradford Pear - and it's not good! The Bradford Pear is an invasive, non-native species out-competing our native trees, has poor branch structure and break easily, is not a host to native birds and butterflies, and smells like rotting
- [Tree Stewards' Gravel Bed Video](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/2017/12/29/tree-stewards-gravel-bed-video/) - Check out the new video documenting construction of our 3 gravel beds... just scroll down to the 'How we did it' section of this page: TS Raised Gravel Beds As we look forward to another productive and fun year as Tree Stewards, Happy New Year to all!
- [Leaf Litter: The only litter that should be left on the ground.](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/2017/10/01/leaf-litter-the-only-litter-that-should-be-left-on-the-ground/) - You’ve probably heard of layers in the canopy – tall trees, then understory trees and shrubs, with annuals and perennials at ground level. Each layer provides food, habitat, and water quality benefits. There is one more beneficial layer that is frequently discarded but well worth mentioning: It’s leaf litter. The only kind of litter that should

## Pages

- [Become a Tree Steward](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/class-application-2/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#57cc99″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.29) 0%|rgba(255,255,255,0) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”rgba(0,0,0,0.5)” background_color_gradient_end=”rgba(0,0,0,0.75)” background_enable_image=”off” background_enable_mask_style=”on” background_mask_style=”triangles” custom_padding=”0vw||0vw||true|false” locked=”off” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{%22#57cc99%22:%91%22background_color%22%93}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”5138c454-be54-4233-bd3b-f8e6a8747976″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”73121f80-a3ef-4484-8763-c3f18e3c56d2″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Join the Green Movement” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”f0c675ea-2574-4d0e-b725-30f8550a8550″ title_level=”h4″ title_font=”Poppins|Poppins_weight||on|||||” title_text_color=”#22577a” title_font_size=”14px” title_letter_spacing=”1px” title_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” title_font_size_tablet=”13px” title_font_size_phone=”13px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22#22577a%22:%91%22title_text_color%22%93}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_heading title=”How to Become a Richmond Tree Steward” _builder_version=”4.24.2″
- [Donate](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/donate/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://richmondtree1.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/dreamstime_s_34128591-1.jpg” title_text=”dreamstime_s_34128591″ _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” text_font=”Poppins||||||||” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]Help us Plant More Trees! You can help us help Richmond’s trees by making a donation. Just send a check through the mail or transfer your donation via
- [2025 Tree Giveaway](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/2025-tree-giveaway/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”5138c454-be54-4233-bd3b-f8e6a8747976″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”73121f80-a3ef-4484-8763-c3f18e3c56d2″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Discover the Beauty of Free Trees in Richmond” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”f0c675ea-2574-4d0e-b725-30f8550a8550″ title_level=”h4″ title_font=”Poppins|Poppins_weight||on|||||” title_text_color=”#22577a” title_font_size=”14px” title_letter_spacing=”1px” title_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” title_font_size_tablet=”13px” title_font_size_phone=”13px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22#22577a%22:%91%22title_text_color%22%93}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_heading title=”2025 Tree Giveaway” _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”ddeb8c09-9078-4424-bc15-2efb6572e28e” title_font=”Poppins|Poppins_weight|||||||” title_text_color=”#0e0c19″ title_font_size=”72px” title_line_height=”1.15em” title_font_size_tablet=”40px” title_font_size_phone=”24px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text quote_border_color=”#57cc99″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″
- [Tree Steward Class Content](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/tree_steward_class_content/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Tree Steward Class Content” open=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] This page contains educational content and class materials for recent tree steward cohorts. Expand the section for your class to see what’s available, or check out historical resources
- [Apply for the 2025 Class](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/apply-for-the-2025-class/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f2ebe4″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||75px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”||28px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”||13px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”e864d11f-3dab-4fa3-ac06-4f0e1a260807″ header_font=”DM Sans||||||||” header_text_color=”#093532″ header_font_size=”64px” header_letter_spacing=”-0.02em” header_line_height=”1.15em” custom_margin=”||16px||false|false” header_font_size_tablet=”40px” header_font_size_phone=”24px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Class Application[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”41d5859c-fbaa-458a-88e4-5d886857f235″ text_font=”Nanum Myeongjo|700|||||||” text_text_color=”#0F393B” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.8em” text_font_size_tablet=”16px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Apply now to be part of the 2025
- [2025_home_page](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/home-page/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”#f7f9f9″ background_image=”https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/charity-09.png” parallax=”on” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”-36px|auto||auto||” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”80px||40px|” custom_padding_tablet=”0px||” custom_padding_phone=”0px||” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}” padding_tablet=”0px||” padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_padding__hover=”|||” padding_phone=”0px||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_line_height=”2em” header_font=”Faustina|600|||||||” header_text_color=”#0e7162″ header_font_size=”60px” header_line_height=”1.3em” text_orientation=”center” max_width=”800px” module_alignment=”center” min_height=”66px” header_font_size_tablet=”50px” header_font_size_phone=”40px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”] Welcome! [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_line_height=”2em” header_font=”Faustina||||||||” header_text_color=”#0e7162″ header_font_size=”60px” header_line_height=”1.3em” text_orientation=”center” max_width=”800px” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”] The Richmond Tree
- [Tree Give Away 2024](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/tree-give-away-2024/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Tree Give Away 2024 [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/urban-heat-island-effect-ID-327325152-Heat-Island-©-Tetiana-Kreminska-Dreamstime.com_.jpg” title_text=”urban heat island effect ID 327325152 | Heat Island © Tetiana Kreminska | Dreamstime.com” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Watch the video below, or read
- [Become A Tree Steward](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/support/become-a-tree-steward/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.25.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] Become a Tree Steward Applications for the 2024 Richmond Tree Steward Training Course are now closed. Please consider applying for our fall 2025 class next summer. Information about becoming a Tree Steward,
- [Discord](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/7624-2/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_blurb title=”Join our Richmond Tree Stewards Discord! ” image_icon_width=”120px” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” text_orientation=”center” hover_enabled=”0″ icon_font_size=”120px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title_text=”discord-logo-transparent-svg-6″ image=”https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/discord-logo-transparent-svg-6.png” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”#f7f7f7″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″
- [Shop](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/shop/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”gcid-86e0e939-2c75-4117-936f-1ddaf39f4182″ min_height=”270.3px” custom_padding=”||0px|||” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-86e0e939-2c75-4117-936f-1ddaf39f4182%22:%91%22background_color%22%93}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.22.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”5f0f07c3-83c5-49f6-bbd0-a7b461e9be82″ global_colors_info=”{}”] Tree Giveaway 2024 [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.22.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”7eabe0ca-5543-4c40-a866-807d94aa2557″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Limit 2 trees per household. This year we are covering zip codes 23234, 23224 and 23225 only to increase canopy
- [report-volunteer-hours](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/report-volunteer-hours/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Report Volunteer Hours Name*FirstLast Email* Project Name* Location: Neighborhood, park, etc. Project type*PruningWateringOther tree carePlantingInvasive removalTree Steward educationCommunity educationTreeSAP admin timeOther Date (please enter a SINGLE date only)* Total hours for all particpants. Number only, no text please.* Last name, First initial and hours for each steward/trainee #
- [Certified Tree Steward Tool Kit](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/certified-tree-steward-tool-kit/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Tree Steward Tool Kit [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Log Hours and Propose Projects In January 2024 we launched a new volunteer
- [Virtual Education Options](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/virtual_education_options/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ custom_padding=”||3px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” min_height=”171.9px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://richmondtree1.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/tsaa-e1680918113192.jpeg” title_text=”tsaa” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Tree Stewards of Arlington and Alexandria (TSAA) has a series of YouTube videos on all sorts of topics relevant to our work in Richmond.
- [2024 Class Application](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/apply-for-2024-fall-class/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Name*FirstLast Address Street Address Street Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region Postal / Zip Code AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAndorraAngolaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBhutanBoliviaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBrazilBruneiBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCambodiaCameroonCanadaCape VerdeCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaColombiaComorosCongoCongo (Brazzaville)Costa RicaCote d'IvoireCroatiaCubaCuracaoCyprusCzech RepublicDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEast Timor (Timor Timur)EcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFijiFinlandFranceGabonGambia, TheGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGreeceGrenadaGuatemalaGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea, NorthKorea, SouthKuwaitKyrgyzstanLaosLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMauritaniaMauritiusMexicoMicronesiaMoldovaMonacoMongoliaMontenegroMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNorth MacedoniaNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestinePanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussiaRwandaSaint Kitts
- [Fall 2024 Training Class](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/fall-2024-training-class/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/IMG_9716-scaled-e1711326423513.jpg” title_text=”IMG_9716″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/IMG_9721-scaled-e1711327723403.jpg” title_text=”IMG_9721″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/PXL_20231007_173154599-scaled-e1711326696795.jpg” title_text=”PXL_20231007_173154599″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image0-e1711326572505.jpeg” title_text=”image0″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default”
- [About Us](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/about-us/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_4,1_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”74.8%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Our Purpose The mission of Richmond’s trained, volunteer Tree Stewards is to promote and improve the health of city trees to ensure the city’s forest will survive and thrive. This is accomplished by increasing public
- [Tree Identification](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/tree-identification/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] Have you realized you have no idea of the common or scientific name of the trees you walk by every day? You are not alone. Tree identification takes practice. We highly recommend you
- [Tree Giveaway - 10/21](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/tree-give-away-2023/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://richmondtree1.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/dreamstime_xxl_43212589-scaled.jpg” title_text=”dreamstime_xxl_43212589″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_margin=”|122px||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Tree Give Away 2023 SOLD OUT! All trees have been spoken for. Join us next year for another giveaway or come at 3pm to pick up
- [Tree Care](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/tree-care/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” next_background_color=”#ffffff” admin_label=”Header Section” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” background_enable_image=”off” min_height=”400px” height=”400px” max_height=”1000px” custom_margin=”30px||30px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” bottom_divider_style=”ramp” bottom_divider_flip=”horizontal” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header subhead=”Tree Care” background_overlay_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” content_max_width=”640px” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ title_font=”Oswald|||on|||||” title_font_size=”20px” title_letter_spacing=”3px” title_line_height=”1.5em” content_font=”Lora||||||||” content_font_size=”22px” content_line_height=”2em” subhead_font=”Lora|700|||||||” subhead_font_size=”80px” subhead_line_height=”1.5em” background_color=”rgba(255,255,255,0)” background_image=”https://richmondtree1.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/american-hazelnut-corylus-americana-Photo-231418803-©-C-Vincent-Ferguson-Dreamstime.com-copy-2.jpg” custom_button_one=”on” button_one_text_size=”16px” button_one_text_color=”#474747″ button_one_bg_color=”#F3E3AF” button_one_border_width=”15px” button_one_border_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” button_one_border_radius=”100px” button_one_letter_spacing=”3px” button_one_font=”Oswald|||on|||||” button_one_use_icon=”off” custom_button_two=”on” button_two_text_size=”16px” button_two_text_color=”#474747″ button_two_bg_color=”#F3E3AF” button_two_border_width=”15px” button_two_border_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” button_two_border_radius=”100px” button_two_letter_spacing=”3px” button_two_font=”Oswald|||on|||||” button_two_use_icon=”off” min_height=”402.9px”
- [Richmond Tree Stewards Training Course Syllabus Fall 2023](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/richmond-tree-stewards-training-course-fall-2023/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”1em” global_colors_info=”{}”] Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 pmSept. 12-Nov. 14 Westover Baptist Church1000 Westover Hills BlvdRichmond, VA 23225 Sunday Oct. 29 or Saturday, Nov. 48:30-10:00 am or 10:15-11:45 amLocations TBD [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Class Contacts: Dana Marshall, Education
- [Tree Selection](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/tree-selection/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Tree Selection Selecting a new tree for your property can be an exciting endeavor. Here are some factors to consider to help you make the right choice. [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_4,1_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”
- [Watering Trees](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/watering/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Watering Trees [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] The water needs of young trees can vary depending on factors such as the tree species, local climate, soil type, and environmental conditions. However,
- [Threats to Trees](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/threats-to-trees/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Trees in a natural forest setting take care of themselves. Their leaves fall to the ground and decompose creating soil that is high in organic matter, providing nutrition and retaining water
- [Planting](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/tree-planting/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#474747″ header_text_color=”#44580E” header_font_size=”60px” custom_padding=”20px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] HOW TO PLANT A TREE [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://richmondtree1.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/tree-planting-1-Photo-110509044-Plant-©-Markara77-Dreamstime.com-.jpg” title_text=”tree planting – 1 Photo 110509044 | Plant © Markara77 | Dreamstime.com” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text
- [Pruning](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/pruning/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.22.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Pruning [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.22.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.22.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”||0px|||” sticky_enabled=”0″] Trees need pruning for a variety of reasons, each contributing to their overall health, safety, aesthetics, and functionality within their environment. It’s important to emphasize
- [Soil Sampling For The Home Gardener](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/soil-sampling-for-the-home-gardener/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]” A soil test can provide information on the proper amount of lime and fertilizer to apply to your lawn, garden and other areas of your landscape. When gardeners apply only as much lime and fertilizer as is necessary and at the appropriate time, nutrient runoff into surface or
- [Volcano Mulching](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/volcano-mulching/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Volcano Mulching [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] “Volcano mulching” is a term used to describe a detrimental mulching practice where a large mound of mulch is piled up around the base of a
- [Soil](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/soil/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Soil [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Excellent 15 minute video about soil composition [/et_pb_text][et_pb_video src=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B38tticDRvU&t=398s” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_video][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#0C71C3″ global_colors_info=”{}”] TOP TIPS FOR SOIL HEALTH [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text
- [Ways to Water Trees](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/summer-tree-care/ways-to-water-trees/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] 3 Ways to Water Trees Below are the three ways we recommend for delivering water to young trees. All will accomplish the goal of deep watering without losing water to run-off. A minimum of 15 gallons should be applied each time you water. Weekly watering from spring to fall is
- [Application 2023](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/class-application-2023/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ theme_builder_area=”post_content” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Name*FirstLast Address Street Address Street Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region Postal / Zip Code AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAndorraAngolaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBhutanBoliviaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBrazilBruneiBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCambodiaCameroonCanadaCape VerdeCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaColombiaComorosCongoCongo (Brazzaville)Costa RicaCote d'IvoireCroatiaCubaCuracaoCyprusCzech RepublicDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEast Timor (Timor Timur)EcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFijiFinlandFranceGabonGambia, TheGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGreeceGrenadaGuatemalaGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHondurasHong
- [Emerald Ash Borer](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/threats-to-trees/emerald-ash-borer/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] Ash trees (Fraxinus species) occur in many North American forest ecosystems, are widely planted in urban areas and are a valuable commercial timber species. In addition the seed is eaten by many birds,
- [Crepe Myrtle Bark Scale (CMBS)](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/crepe-myrtle-bark-scale-cmbs/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://richmondtree1.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/cmba-2.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” title_text=”cmba-2″ sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=”https://richmondtree1.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/cmbs-3.png” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” title_text=”cmbs-3″ sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]Recognizing and Treating Crepe Myrtle Bark Scale “What is that white stuff on my crepe myrtle tree?”
- [Tree Selection & Care](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/tree-selection-care/) - Where to start? The following links are vetted and will provide you detailed information about tree selection and care. The number one reminder when selecting a tree is to remember "Right Tree, Right Place". Native Plants for Landscaping Pruning Guide, Arbor Day Foundation Technical Guidance for Tree Shelter Removal Tree Owners Manual Selecting Trees for
- [Richmond Tree Steward Class Sessions](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/class-of-2021-zoom-session/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]2022 Class 1 – Tree Stewards Introduction (Split into three segments) 2022 Class 2 – Tree Biology – Jim McGlone Power Point Presentation from Jim McGlone Tree Anatomy RichmondDownload 2022 Class 3 – Planting – Dave Pohlmann. 2022 Class 4 – Watersheds – Robert Wright / Invasives – Catherine
- [Education](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]Welcome to the Richmond Tree Stewards’ website. There is a lot of information tucked away throughout the site. If you do not find what you are looking for, please contact us. We also recommend looking into our annual Tree Steward Class to truly begin mastering basic knowledge of trees.
- [Why Become A Tree Steward](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/why-become-a-tree-steward/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]Volunteering as a Tree Steward is interesting, satisfying and a wonderful way to serve our community. To become a certified Tree Steward, you must attend our 10-week training course, pass a pruning and tree knowledge exam, and complete 20 community service hours that double as “on the job” training.
- [Richmond Invasive Species Awareness Month](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/richmond-invasive-species-awareness-month/) - Invasive Species Awareness… MONTH? Yes! Richmond approved a month long campaign to raise awareness about the invasive species that are a threat in our area, how they harm biodiversity, and what we can do to rehabilitate a native ecosystem. Join the James River Invasive Plant Task Force to help restore our public lands! Sunday, March
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- [Obsequio de Árboles – 15 de Octubre](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/obsequio-de-arboles/) - ¡VENDIDO! Todos los 2000 árboles han sido reclamados. Si reservó uno, lo veremos el sábado 15 de octubre en Second Baptist Church para recogerlo. LUGAR DE RECOGIDA: Segunda Iglesia Bautista / 3300 Broad Rock Boulevard Estamos ofreciendo 18 especies diferentes de árboles y arbustos que son nativos de esta área. Sus biografías le presentarán cada
- [Give](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/support/give/) - There are many ways for you to support the Richmond Tree Stewards — through a corporate sponsorship of an event or program, a charitable planned gift, or through a gift made in tribute to a friend or family member. We rely on charitable contributions from donors to promote and improve the health of city trees and we
- [Support](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/support/) - There are many ways for you to support the Richmond Tree Stewards — through a corporate sponsorship of an event or program, a charitable planned gift, or through a gift made in tribute to a friend or family member. We rely on charitable contributions from donors to promote and improve the health of city trees. Thank you for supporting Richmond
- [Benefits of Trees](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/benefits-of-trees/) - We care deeply for our urban forest here in Richmond, Virginia. The links below will lead you to vetted outside websites that provide a great information. Top 22 Benefits of Trees Tree Benefits Calculator Video – How Trees DO Benefit People
- [Street Trees](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/street-tree-species-list/) - Trees planted on city property are chosen from a a list that is updated on a regular basis. City arborists approve all plantings and visit each site to ensure that the species to be planted is appropriate. Some considerations are… Species should adapt to site
- [Projects](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/projects/) - The Richmond Tree Stewards conduct projects throughout the City of Richmond to help benefit the Urban Forest. Please visit our project pages: Belle Isle Invasive Removal Gravel Beds Tree Care & Pruning
- [Propose a Project](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/certified-tree-steward-tool-kit/propose-a-project/) - Tree stewards may propose to do tree care (pruning, mulching, etc), tree planting, educational events or any other activity that supports the mission of the organization. All proposed activities require prior approval by the Projects Committee and, in some cases, by Urban Forestry. Allowing stewards to act on community needs by proposing projects is a
- [Summer Tree Care](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/summer-tree-care/) - Watering Basics for New Trees In Central Virginia new trees (those planted in the last 2 years) need to be watered from spring through fall the first two years after planting. To determine if your new tree needs water check the soil. If the soil is dry about 3 inches deep and near the tree
- [Available Species - Community Roots 2020](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/projects/available-tree-species-community-roots/) - HOME OWNERS in the City of Richmond Listed below are the species we are offering in 2020. Click on the species name learn more. Acer rubrum - Red maple Cercis canadensis - Redbud C. amomum - silky dogwood C. racemose - gray dogwood Corylus americana - American Hazelnut Common Persimmon Diospyros virginiana Magnolia
- [Tree Steward Directory](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/treestewarddirectory/) - The directory has moved here.
- [TS Directory Form](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/ts-directory-form/) - The form to be added to the Tree Steward directory has moved here.
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- [Belle Isle Project](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/projects/belle-isle-project/) - Belle Isle, January of 2015. The great majority of native trees and shrubs have lost their leaves, but green is seen everywhere. These are non-native, invasive species – privet, Japanese honeysuckle, English ivy and others – crowding out the native species that would normally occupy the under-story. English ivy also threatens mature trees. In
- [Photo Upload](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/photoupload/)
- [Tree Care & Pruning](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/street-tree-pruning/) - Tree Stewards care for trees throughout the City of Richmond in close collaboration with City Arborists. We define “tree care" as clearance pruning, structural pruning, watering, staking or removing staking and removing unnecessary watering bags. We prune residential streets so residents can walk down the street without ducking, so young street trees will grow into
- [Contact](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/contact/)
- [Volunteer](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/support/volunteer/) - General volunteers of all ages play a major role in our invasive removal, maintenance, and planting projects. The gift of time is as important as monetary donations. An added plus is when general volunteers work along side our certified Tree Steward volunteers they walk away learning more than they bargained for. Volunteers are needed for invasive
- [Thank you](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/thank-you/) - We have received your form submission and will be in touch.
- [Community Groups Information](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/projects/application-for-community-groups/) - Community Groups – This project offers free trees to community groups. A community group is defined as any non-profit organization, public school, private school, house of worship, or volunteer group that cares for spaces such as public parks. Properties must be in the City of Richmond. A certified Tree Steward will contact and meet with
- [English Ivy](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/threats-to-trees/english-ivy/) - English ivy, Hedera helix, is a threat to trees but it is a greater threat to the local ecosystem. This plant, in addition to other non-native, invasive species, is significant problem in our parks and natural areas in all parts of Richmond. In natural areas English ivy covers the ground and becomes a monoculture replacing
- [Scout Group Presentations](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/scout-group-presentations/) - We offer lessons to scout groups to meet several badge requirements by: Meeting a tree caretaker in our community Exploring the connection between people and trees Planting a tree and learning how to help trees thrive Taking a tree walk and reviewing native and non-native species Learning the foundations of tree identification Exploring and sketching
- [Identify Invasive Plants](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/threats-to-trees/plants-of-the-james-river-project-identify-invasive-plants/) - The Plants of the James River Project created this beautiful guide, The PJRP Coloring Book, to help identify some of the most popular, invasive plants threatening our native fauna surrounding the James River. Feel free to print a page or several pages for your young artists to color. "Invasive plants are plants that spread rapidly, reproduce
- [Gravel Beds](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/projects/gravel-beds/) - Three gravel beds have been constructed by Richmond Tree Steward volunteers for the purpose of growing native trees to be planted in Richmond. The project has come to fruition as part of Tree Stewards’ partnership with Enrichmond and thanks to a grant from the Virginia Department of Forestry for building a demonstration gravel bed. What’s
- [Byrd Park RVA Tree Walk](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/rva-tree-walks/byrd-park-rva-tree-walk/) - The Byrd Park Tree Walk features trees that are easily viewed from the path. All are mature trees with permanent labels on the trunk. Take a close look and you can find red maple flowers in very early spring, sourwood flowers in early summer, beech nuts a little later. Notice the great variety of leaf shapes
- [Belle Isle RVA Tree Walk](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/rva-tree-walks/belle-isle-rva-tree-walk/) - This tree walk was created by Richmond Tree Stewards to enrich your experience of this beautiful site. It features thirty-four trees that can be viewed from well-established paths. Most are mature, though we have tagged a few smaller trees. Tags give the common and Latin names and have a QR code which accesses tree-specific information
- [Petronius Jones RVA Tree Walk](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/rva-tree-walks/petronius-jones-rva-tree-walk/) - The Petronius Jones Tree Walk features a variety of trees easily viewed by following the gravel path around the park perimeter. The mature trees have permanent labels on the trunk at a height of about five feet. The young trees have hanging tag labels. Many trees on this walk are native to the U.S., some
- [Forest Hill Park RVA Tree Walk](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/rva-tree-walks/forest-hill-park-rva-tree-walk/) - Forest Hill Park was established in the 1930’s from part of the ‘Boscobel’ Estate, owned by William Byrd in the late 1700’s. The tree walk consists of about 30 trees and can be done two parts— from the Stone House to the front of the park and behind the Stone House toward the road leading
- [Thousand Cankers](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/threats-to-trees/thousand-cankers/) - Thousand cankers disease is a disease affecting certain types of walnut trees. Adult walnut twig beetles carry spores of the Geosmithia morbida fungus which is spread as the beetle tunnels into the tree to create their shelters. Additional information: http://www.thousandcankers.com/state-info.php?state=Virginia
- [Asian Longhorned Beetle](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/threats-to-trees/asian-longhorned-beetle/) - The Asian longhorned beetle (Anoplophora glabripennis) was first found in the United States in New York City in 1996. This very serious and destructive tree pest has since been found in Chicago, two locations in New Jersey, Toronto and most recently, in Worcester, Massachusetts. The insect most likely entered this country, as many others do, in
- [Mower Damage](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/threats-to-trees/mower-damage/) - Just as insects and disease threaten trees, human activity does as well. One serious, but preventable threat is damage by mowers and string trimmers. Mechanical damage to a tree can be quite serious since the living tissue of the tree (the cambuim) and the structures that carry food and water (the phloem and xylen) lie just
- [Summer Drought](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/threats-to-trees/summer-drought/) - If you think a hot, dry summer is stressful to you, try being a tree, especially a city tree near hot pavement or next to a building that reflects the suns heat. Urban trees have it tough in the summer! During drought, trees cannot obtain the water needed for photosynthesis (food production) or replace the
- [Stem Girdling Roots](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/threats-to-trees/stem-girdling-roots/) - The Underground Epidemic Killing Our Trees This 22-page booklet looks at what stem girdling roots are, why they are a problem, below and above ground symptoms, and techniques for prevention and treatment. Includes colored pictures and a glossary. 5.5″ x 8.5″ Authors G. Johnson, D. Fallon Stem Girdling Roots Booklet
- [Volcano Mulching](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/threats-to-trees/volcano-mulching/) - Volcano Mulching is an improper mulching technique where mulch is piled high against the trunk of a tree. This is often seen in commercial landscapes; look for it next time you go shopping! Please don’t do this at home. Mulch should not touch the trunk of the tree. The trunk was simply not
- [Dutch Elm Disease](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/education/threats-to-trees/dutch-elm-disease/) - The American Elm (Ulmus americana) is found thoughout eastern North America in mixed hard wood forests and was once planted widely in urban areas. It was the beautiful, iconic street tree in many Amiercan towns until most trees were killed by Dutch elm disease. The seeds and buds of native elms are a food
- [Photo Gallery](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/photo-gallery/)

## Products

- [Carpinus caroliniana (American hornbeam)](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/product/carpinus-caroliniana-american-hornbeam/) - American Hornbeam (Carpinus caroliniana ) WILDLIFE: The small nutlets that develop in clusters after flowering are a food source for birds and small mammals. The dense foliage offers excellent cover and nesting sites for birds. The tree also attracts various pollinators, including bees and butterflies, during its blooming period in spring. FLOWERS: Inconspicuous yellow-green catkins bloom in early spring, followed by clusters of small nutlets with papery bracts in the fall. These nutlets are consumed by wildlife, while the tree’s striking fall foliage adds seasonal interest. STATS: 20 to 35 feet high / Lifespan: up to 100 years or more. LANDSCAPE: Prefers moist, well-drained soils and thrives in full shade to part sun. Its attractive, smooth, gray bark and striking fall colors make it a popular choice for naturalistic landscapes, understory plantings, and shaded areas near streams or ponds. One common name for this tree is Musclewood, which refers to the rippled trunk of mature trees.
- [Cephalanthus occidentalis (Button Bush)](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/product/cephalanthus-occidentalis-button-bush/) - Button Bush (Cephalanthus occidentalis) WILDLIFE: The flowers bloom from late spring to summer, providing nectar for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Waterfowl and other birds are drawn to the seeds that develop after flowering. The shrub’s dense structure offers cover and nesting sites for birds. FLOWERS: Distinctive spherical flower clusters form during late spring and persist into summer. The flowers transition to small nut-like fruits, which are consumed by birds. STATS: 6 to 12 feet high / Lifespan: several decades. LANDSCAPE: Flourishes in moist to wet soils, making it an excellent choice for water garden edges, pond borders, and other wetland landscapes. Thrives in full sun to part shade, adapting to various light conditions.
- [Chioanthus virginicus (Fringe tree)](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/product/chioanthus-virginicus-fringe-tree/) - Fringe Tree (Chionanthus virginicus) WILDLIFE: Its flowers attract all kinds of pollinators, and at least 75 different species of birds visit them for their blue-purple fruits, including thrashers, bluebirds, vireos, and finches. FLOWERS: March to April blooms are fringe-like and white with a rich fragrance. Fringe trees are either male or female. It’s hard to tell their sex when young, but if you plant more than one together, you increase your chance of getting more fruit. STATS: Height:12 – 20 feet LANDSCAPE: Fringe trees grow best in rich soil with a neutral to alkaline pH (less acidic soil). It can tolerate clay soils and some drought. The best foliage appears when it is planted in partial shade, and the best flowers are produced in full sun.
- [Aronia arbutifolia (Red chokeberry)](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/product/euonymus-americanus-strawberry-bush/) - Red Chokeberry (Aronia arbutifolia) WILDLIFE: The white or pale pink flowers bloom in spring, providing nectar for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. The bright red berries that develop in late summer and fall are a food source for birds and small mammals. Its dense branches offer cover and nesting sites for birds. FLOWERS: Clusters of small, delicate white flowers appear in spring, transitioning to bright red berries in the fall. These berries persist into winter and are consumed by wildlife, although they are quite tart for human taste. STATS: 6 to 10 feet high / Lifespan: several decades. LANDSCAPE: Thrives in a range of soils, including wet to moderately dry conditions, making it ideal for rain gardens, shrub borders, and woodland edges. Prefers full sun to part shade, showing good tolerance to varying light conditions and moisture levels.
- [Hamamelis virginiana (Witch hazel)](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/product/hamamelis-virginiana-witch-hazel/) - Witch Hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) WILDLIFE: A valuable habitat for wildlife, offering shelter and nesting opportunities for diverse bird species. Its unique small fruits serve as a food source for birds and small mammals. FLOWERS: Captivating spidery flowers bloom in late winter or early spring, defying the season’s norms. These fragrant clusters range from yellow to orange, providing a burst of color against the winter backdrop. LEAVES: Simple, alternate, and obovate leaves create an elegant green foliage during the growing season. In fall, they transform into a captivating spectrum of yellow, orange, and red hues. STATS: 6 to 10 feet, with a similar spread / Lifespan averages 200 to 600 years LANDSCAPE: Flourishes in environments near water sources such as streams and riverbanks. Demonstrates adaptability to diverse soils, urban settings, and various light conditions. A favorite in gardens and landscapes due to its winter-blooming allure.
- [Benthaminia florida (Flowering dogwood)](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/product/benthaminia-florida-flowering-dogwood/) - Flowering Dogwood (Benthamidia florida) WILDLIFE: Loved by bees, birds, and other pollinators, dogwoods can also attract deer, chipmunks, and squirrels. FLOWERS: Blooms appear in April before the foliage. The real flowers are in tiny clusters at the center of the showy white or pink “petals” that we associate with dogwoods. STATS: Height: 30 – 40 feet / Life span: up to 80 years LANDSCAPE: They do best in moist, acidic soils with some afternoon shade. They can fail when next to excessive heat sources like a parking lot or AC compressors. They will not tolerate drought, so be careful to water thoroughly once or twice a week.
- [Magnolia virginiana (Sweet bay magnolia)](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/product/magnolia-virginiana-sweet-bay-magnolia/) - Sweetbay Magnolia (Magnolia virginiana) WILDLIFE: Their fruit attracts song birds as well as larger birds, including turkeys and quail, squirrels, possums, and mice. Deer and cattle browse the branches and foliage. FLOWERS: Large creamy white flowers about 3 – 5 inches in diameter have a light lemony – vanilla fragrance. Their pollen is very high in protein and it attracts bees, insects, and beetles. STATS: Height 10′ – 20’ / Life span: 80 years LANDSCAPE: They flower best in full sun and can grow in a variety of soil types. They will tolerate moderate flooding.
- [Tree Planting](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/product/tree-planting/) - Tree planting by the Richmond Tree Stewards
- [Sambucus canadensis (Elderberry)](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/product/sambucus-canadensis-elderberry/) - Elderberry (Sambucus canadensis) WILDLIFE: Attracts butterflies, birds, and small animals. FLOWERS: Clusters of tiny white flowers appear in June / July and fruit ripens in late summer early fall. STATS: Height 6 -12 feet/ Life span: 60 years LANDSCAPE: Elderberry will grow in wet or dry soil but prefers full sun. They spread by root suckers and will form small colonies of shrubs. Winter pruning can keep them in check.
- [Viburnum nudum (Possum haw viburnum)](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/product/viburnum-nudum-possum-haw-viburnum/) - Possum Haw Viburnum (Viburnum nudum) WILDLIFE: The plant’s berries are a valuable food source for birds, including songbirds and waterfowl. It attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies with its nectar-rich flowers. FOLIAGE: Attractive glossy leaves that turn shades of red, purple, and orange in the fall, adding to its ornamental value. STATS: Height: 6 – 12 feet, lifespan around 20 – 30 years. LANDSCAPE: Thrives in various soil types, from wet to well-drained, and is often found in woodland edges, swamps, and wetlands. Tolerates full sun to part shade.

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## Events

- [Training Class (Week 4) Pruning Theory and Concepts--Scott Morrison, Richmond Tree Stewards](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/tree-steward-training-4-pruning-theory-scott-morrison/) - Park in the large lot behind the church and follow the signs to our meeting room. Class is open for trainees and Tree Stewards seeking educational credit hours. All attendees are required to sign-in upon arrival. Room setup is theater-stye and you may cluster or distance according to your comfort level. Masks are optional. Each
- [Training Class (Week 5) Right Tree, Right Place--Janine Lester, BCMA, Municipal Specialist](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/tree-steward-training-6-right-tree-right-place-ken-venos/) - Park in the large lot behind the church and follow the signs to our meeting room. Class is open for trainees and Tree Stewards seeking educational credit hours. All attendees are required to sign-in upon arrival. Room setup is theater-stye and you may cluster or distance according to your comfort level. Masks are optional. Each
- [Training Class (Week 9) Trees and People in the Community, a moderated panel discussion](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/tree-steward-training-9-trees-and-people-in-the-community-a-moderated-panel-discussion/) - Park in the large lot behind the church and follow the signs to our meeting room. Class is open for trainees and Tree Stewards seeking educational credit hours. All attendees are required to sign-in upon arrival. Room setup is theater-stye and you may cluster or distance according to your comfort level. Masks are optional. Each
- [Training Class: Hands-on Pruning Lab (III or IV)](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/training-class-hands-on-pruning-lab-iii-and-iv/) - Registration on SignUp Genius required. Qualifies for pruning credit hours. Improve or brush up on your tree pruning skills. Work with various tools. We will review safety, structural pruning, clearance pruning, and other tree care. Pole saws and pole pruners will be provided. If you have them, please bring loppers and other hand tools for
- [Talk trees at the Veg Fest](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/talk-trees-at-the-veg-fest/) - Come join us at our booth to talk trees and introduce local residents to Richmond Tree Stewards. You don’t need experience, we are loaded with pamphlets and information, just bring your enthusiasm! Shifts and other details will be posted on SignUp Genius.
- [Training Class (Week 8) Invasive Species - Catherine Farmer/Watershed Ecology - Joey Shelton, JRA](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/training-class-8-invasive-species-catherine-farmer-watershed-ecology/) - Park in the large lot behind the church and follow the signs to our meeting room. Class is open for trainees and Tree Stewards seeking educational credit hours. All attendees are required to sign-in upon arrival. Room setup is theater-stye and you may cluster or distance according to your comfort level. Masks are optional. Each
- [Tree Steward Symposium](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/tree-steward-symposium/) - This is the annual meeting for the various Tree Steward organizations of Virginia to come together and share accomplishments, plans, and issues.
- [Training Class: Hands-on Pruning Lab (I or II)](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/training-class-hands-on-pruning-lab/) - This is a mandatory workshop for trainees only. You need to sign up for only one weekend time slot, 8:30-10:00am or 10:15-11:45am. We will provide hands-on pruning instruction in small groups led by experienced Tree Stewards. Tools will be provided. Please wear RTS t-shirt or safety vest, gloves, safety glasses, hard-toed shoes. Bring water. Times
- [Unload trees for Giveaway](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/unload-trees-for-giveaway/) - Help unload the young saplings we've ordered for our annual Tree Giveaway!
- [Tree Planting at Westover Hills](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/tree-planting-at-westover-hills/)
- [Training Class (Week 6) Pruning Practice, Tools and Safety - John Grogan](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/tree-steward-training-5-pruning-practice-tools-and-safety-john-grogan/) - Park in the large lot behind the church and follow the signs to our meeting room. Class is open for trainees and Tree Stewards seeking educational credit hours. All attendees are required to sign-in upon arrival. Room setup is theater-stye and you may cluster or distance according to your comfort level. Masks are optional. Each
- [Training Class (Week 7) Planting, Tools and Safety - Dave Pohlmann](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/tree-steward-training-7-planting-tools-and-safety-dave-pohlmann/) - Park in the large lot behind the church and follow the signs to our meeting room. Class is open for trainees and Tree Stewards seeking educational credit hours. All attendees are required to sign-in upon arrival. Room setup is theater-stye and you may cluster or distance according to your comfort level. Masks are optional. Each
- [TreeSAP meeting](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/treesap-meeting-4/) - Monthly meeting of the Richmond Tree Stewards board of directors. Meets the fourth Thursday of every month.
- [TreeSAP meeting](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/treesap-meeting-3/) - Monthly meeting of the Richmond Tree Stewards board of directors. Meets the fourth Thursday of every month.
- [TreeSAP meeting](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/treesap-meeting-2/) - Monthly meeting of the Richmond Tree Stewards board of directors. Meets fourth Thursday of every month.
- [TreeSAP meeting](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/treesap-meeting/) - Monthly meeting of the Richmond Tree Stewards board of directors. Meets fourth Thursday of every month.
- [South of the James Market](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/south-of-the-james-market/) - Talk Trees at the Farmer's Market. Helpers needed for two shifts. Register at Signup Genius
- [2023 TREE GIVEAWAY](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/2023-tree-giveaway/) - Please plan to help with our annual tree giveaway! This year we will be giving away 2,000 small native trees to households in the metro Richmond area. Shifts will be available throughout the day--many hands are needed!! This is a drive by event: residents who have pre-ordered trees will come by to pick up their
- [Sunday Pruning at Bellemeade Park](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/tree-pruning-clinic-at-bellemeade-park-for-tree-stewards-and-trainees/) - Registration on SignUp Genius required. Qualifies for pruning credit hours. Park at Oak Grove/Bellemeade Elementary School and walk up to the park. Improve or brush up on your tree pruning skills. Work with various tools. We will review safety, structural pruning, clearance pruning, and other tree care. Pole saws and pole pruners will be provided.
- [Sunday Pruning](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/sunday-pruning/) - Registration on SignUp Genius required. Qualifies for pruning credit hours. Improve or brush up on your tree pruning skills. Work with various tools. We will review safety, structural pruning, clearance pruning, and other tree care. Pole saws and pole pruners will be provided. If you have them, please bring loppers and other hand tools for
- [Sunday Pruning](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/sunday-pruning-3/) - Registration on SignUp Genius required. Qualifies as pruning credit hours. Improve or brush up on your tree pruning skills. Work with various tools. We will review safety, structural pruning, clearance pruning, and other tree care. Pole saws and pole pruners will be provided. If you have them, please bring loppers and other hand tools for
- [Training Class (Week 1) Introduction to Richmond Tree Stewards - Dave Pohlmann](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/tree-steward-training-1-introduction-to-tree-stewards/) - Park in the large lot behind the church and follow the signs to the meeting room. All attendees are required to sign-in on arrival. Room setup is theater-style and you may cluster or distance according to your comfort level. Masks are optional. Class will include a 10-minute break so feel free to bring your own
- [Training Class (Week 3) Tree ID: Characteristics and Subtle Clues - Suzette Lyon](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/tree-steward-training-3-tree-id-characteristics-and-subtle-clues-suzette-lyon/) - Park in the large lot behind the church and follow the signs to our meeting room. Class is open for trainees and Tree Stewards seeking educational credit hours. All attendees are required to sign-in upon arrival. Room setup is theater-stye and you may cluster or distance according to your comfort level. Masks are optional. Each
- [Training Class (Week 10) Course Review and Finale - Dave Pohlmann](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/tree-steward-training-10-course-review-and-finale/) - Park in the large lot behind the church and follow the signs to our meeting room. Class is open for trainees and Tree Stewards seeking educational credit hours. All attendees are required to sign-in upon arrival. Room setup is theater-stye and you may cluster or distance according to your comfort level. Masks are optional. Each
- [Training Class (Week 2) Tree Biology - Peggy Singlemann](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/tree-steward-training-2-tree-biology-physiology-and-environmental-factors-peggy-singlemann/) - Park in the large lot behind the church and follow the signs to our meeting room. Class is open for trainees and Tree Stewards seeking educational credit hours. All attendees are required to sign-in upon arrival. Room setup is theater-stye and you may cluster or distance according to your comfort level. Masks are optional. Each
- [STRUCTURAL & CLEARANCE PRUNING](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/structural-clearance-pruning/) - CHECK BACK FOR LOCATION / John Grogan coordinator (617) 292-6200
- [INVASIVES REMOVAL AND TREE PLANTING](https://www.richmondtreestewards.org/event/invasives-removal-and-tree-planting/) - BELLE ISLE / MEET AT BIKE COURSE AT 9 / ALLOW 30 MINUTES TO WALK FROM PARKING LOT TO MEETING SITE / Catherine Farmer coordinator (804) 363-7659

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