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Tree Tenders

Our flagship education program

Tree Tenders are on the front lines of caring for the urban forest. In this course, you’ll learn all about trees and how to become an advocate for them in your neighborhood. This course covers urban forestry practices, tree biology and health, basic tree identification, proper pruning and maintenance, and instruction on how to lead your community in organizing tree plantings and tree care.

Already a Tree Tender?

Volunteer with us! We have lots of ways to get involved on our Volunteer page.

Volunteer

Why Become a Tree Tender?

Tree Pittsburgh loves all of our volunteers! But for those wanting to take their volunteerism to the next level, we recommend the Tree Tenders Course. Tree Tenders not only help to care for young trees, but garner community support and organize Tree Care Events for their neighbors!
Tree Tenders also have the unique opportunity to help us care for young trees through Pruning Workshops.

We also offer Tree Tenders certification for facilities management, municipal employees, and other groups. Tree Tenders Courses are intended for groups 16 and over. For information on Tree Tenders Courses for youth, email Education Coordinator Maeve Rafferty.