This year there are two opportunities to participate in the Tree Steward Training program.
Wednesday, October 1st, 2025 - Worcester 8:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
OR
Thursday, October 2nd, 2025 - Worcester 8:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
This popular training program is back for 2025. Now with two different dates available for this one-day workshop. Designed for community tree board members, tree wardens, municipal staff, tree activists, planners, and green professionals, this program is centered around the topics and issues of urban and community trees and forests.
State and local experts will provide foundation training, with the aim of developing better tree stewardship in communities of all sizes in Massachusetts.
This year’s topics: iTree, Community Tree Boards and Ordinances, Tree Maintenance, Pruning Trees, Proper Tree Planting Techniques, Funding Urban and Community Forestry, and more.
ISA credits will be available.
Lunch will be on your own.
Cost to register is $20 (Payment can be cash or check made out to MassReleaf Trust Fund)
The event will be held indoors and outdoors, rain or shine, please come prepared for the weather.
Each session is limited to 20 participants.
For more info, contact Mathew Cahill mathew.cahill@mass.gov