TreeAmbassador - CMCL Open House for Environmental Organizations
2023-02-11 15:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | birdsong brewing, 1016 N Davidson Street, Charlotte, North Carolina
Charlotte Mecklenburg Climate Leader is hosting an event for other environmental organizations on Saturday, February 11th from 3 to 7 pm at Birdsong Brewing where Charlotteans can learn more about ways they can get involved in the environmental movement. This event can help connect interested parties to the appropriate organizations.
The theme is “A Look at the Year Ahead: Environmental Resolutions.” The CMCL table will have resources for people to set their environmental goals for the year and our hope is that each organization can showcase (a) their goals for 2023 and (b) ways individuals, groups, or businesses can get involved

We are looking for a few TreeAmbassadors to table and speak to individuals at this vent. You will be able to set up at 2: 30 pm as the event runs from 3:00-7:00 pm. Register HERE.

TreeCare Event at Briar Creek Greenway
2023-02-16 10:00 - 12:00 | briar creek greenway, 2730 randolph road, charlotte, NC, 28207
For this Workday Thursday, TreesCharlotte is returning to Briar Creek Greenway to do routine maintenance on the trees planted in the past. TreesCharlotte periodically returns to previous plantings to ensure that the trees we previously planted continue to thrive. TreeCare events are vital to our mission of expanding and caring for Charlotte’s canopy.
Volunteers will help mulch and prune the trees.
Register by clicking the button to the right!

TreeAmbassador - Neighborhood Board Retreat
2023-02-18 08:00 - 10:00 | CPCC Central Campus, 1206 Elizabeth Avenue, Charlotte, NC, United States
The City of Charlotte Housing and Neighborhood services is hosting a retreat for various community leaders! TreesCharlotte and other organizations will be present to help spread information about their mission.
We are looking for a few TreeAmbassadors to help provide materials and speak to the individuals about TreesCharlotte during the org fair. You can register HERE.

Winter First-Timers Citywide TreeAdoption
2023-02-25 09:00 - 11:00 | City of Charlotte Landscape Management, 701 Tuckaseegee Road, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
Whether you’re new to Charlotte or new to TreesCharlotte, we have a special invitation just for you. Thanks to Crescent Communities, we are hosting a First-Timers TreeAdoption. This event is for Charlotte residents who’ve never participated in our TreeAdoptions before! If you’re a TreesCharlotte first-timer, you can take home up to two FREE trees! What a terrific way to get started on what promises to be a wonderful tree journey in the Queen City.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Here’s what you need to know:

Registration is required and opens at 10:00 am Monday, February 20 (button to register will be posted above on Feb. 20) and closes when trees “sell out” or at 12:01 am Thursday, February 23. Scroll down to below the list of species we’re offering for the link to register.
Each City of Charlotte address/household can get up to 2 trees. While the registration form does not limit the total number of trees, households requesting more than 2 trees will be notified and removed.
A valid email address is required to register.
Please allow for at least 45 minutes to receive your trees as everyone is required to go through a planting demonstration.
We are continuing to implement staggered pickup times. On the registration form, you will choose a time frame to pick up your trees.
At the TreeAdoption, you will be taught how to properly plant and care for your tree(s). Tree training is mandatory.
About the trees: The trees are in 3, 5, and 7-gallon containers, measure upwards of 12 feet tall, and weigh about 10-15 pounds. The mulch weighs 25 pounds/bag. Links to the species we are offering are provided below. Please do your homework first to ensure you’re putting the right tree in the right place. Once registered, selections are final and cannot be changed.
TreesCharlotte will send a follow-up email with planting instructions – including a planting video – watering instructions and specific information about the species you select.
We limit participation to residents within Charlotte city limits. At this time, we do not serve Matthews, Mint Hill, Pineville, Huntersville, Davidson, Cornelius, Mecklenburg County, or other municipalities outside Charlotte.

TreesCharlotte is a non-profit organization that relies on donations to be able to host events like this. Donations are greatly appreciated and help us give more trees to Charlotte residents. If interested please click HERE.
The list of the species available is below. All species are subject to change. Quantities are limited. Register early to ensure the best selection.
Selections are final and once registered, cannot be changed. Be sure to research which tree will work best for your yard before registering.

Red Maple

Red Maple

Yellowwood

Yellowwood

Dogwood

Dogwood

Magnolia

Magnolia

Persimmon

Persimmon

Crepe Myrtle

Crepe Myrtle

Loblolly Pine

Loblolly Pine

Styrax

Styrax

Bald Cypress

Bald Cypress

Swamp White Oak

Swamp White Oak

Nuttall Oak

Nuttall Oak

Hornbeam

Hornbeam

Tulip Poplar

Tulip Poplar

If you are a TreeMaster and would like to volunteer for this event please follow this LINK to register!

Copper Ridge CommunityWoods
2023-02-25 10:00 - 12:00 | copper ridge, 16215 redstone mountain lane, Charlotte, NC, 28277
Having completed a CommunituyWoods Application TreesCharlotte is pleased to partner with the Copper Ridge neighborhood to plant trees in their common areas which the residents will be able to enjoy for years to come!
We are recruiting volunteers and TreeMasters to help plant trees in the common areas at 10:00 am on February 25th. Register early as our events “sell-out” quickly. Click the button to register!
Tree planting events are great for families and all ages are welcome. To ensure accurate counts and liability forms are signed, we ask that all participants please register separately. Children 16 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Non-corporate volunteer groups of 10 or more, please contact events director, Zack Agerton to determine if there is enough capacity. (Corporate groups please contact Beth Brodie for more information)
Events are held rain or shine. Details of the event will be emailed to registered volunteers the week of the event.

West Zipcode TreeAdoption: 28217, 28273, 28278, 28208, 28214
2023-03-04 09:00 - 11:00 | City of Charlotte Landscape Management, 701 Tuckaseegee Road, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
TreesCharlotte is excited to provide a zip code TreeAdoption event for those in West Charlotte! We invite residents living in zip codes 28217, 28273, 28278, 28208, and 28214 to come on out and get some trees at TreesCharlotte!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
To ensure the event runs smoothly please read the details below carefully:
Here’s what you need to know:

Registration is required and opens at 10 am Monday, February 27th, and closes when we “sell-out” of trees or at 11:59 pm Thursday, March 2nd. (button to register will be posted above on Feb. 27)
Each address within the city of Charlotte zip codes 28217, 28273, 28278, 28208, and 28214 can get up to 2 trees. While the registration form does not limit the total number of trees, households requesting more than 2 trees will be notified and removed.
A valid email address is required to register.
Please allow for at least 45 minutes to receive your trees as everyone is required to go through a planting demonstration.
We are continuing to implement staggered pickup times. On the registration form, you will choose a time frame to pick up your trees.
At the TreeAdoption, you will be taught how to plant and care for your tree(s) properly. Tree training is mandatory.
About the trees: The trees are in 3, 5, and 7-gallon containers, measure upwards of 12 feet tall, and weigh about 10-15 pounds. The mulch weighs 25 pounds/bag. Links to the species we are offering are provided below. Please do your homework first to ensure you’re putting the right tree in the right place. Once registered, selections are final and cannot be changed.
TreesCharlotte will send a follow-up email with planting instructions – including a planting video and watering instructions. Tree planting is not provided.

TreesCharlotte is a non-profit organization that relies on donations to host events like this. Donations are greatly appreciated and help us give more trees to Charlotte residents. If interested please click HERE.
The below list of trees below will be available. All species are subject to change. Quantities are limited. Register early to ensure the best selection.
Selections are final and once registered, cannot be changed. Be sure to research which tree will work best for your yard before registering.

Autumn Blaze Red Maple

Autumn Blaze Red Maple

Redbud

Redbud

Dogwood

Dogwood

Brackens Brown Magnolia

Brackens Brown Magnolia

Japanese Cedar

Japanese Cedar

Loblolly Pine

Loblolly Pine

Tupelo

Tupelo

Swamp White Oak

Swamp White Oak

Arborvitae

Arborvitae

October Glory Red Maple

October Glory Red Maple

Okame Cherry

Okame Cherry

Styrax

Styrax

If you are a TreeMaster and would like to volunteer for this event please follow this LINK to register!

Nations Ford Elementary School Planting
2023-03-11 09:00 - 11:00 | nations ford elementary, 7050 nations ford road, Charlotte, NC, 28217
Thanks to the support from Wells Fargo and the NC Urban Forest Council, TreesCharlotte is excited to plant approximately 130 trees on the Nations Ford Elementary School campus.

We are recruiting volunteers and TreeMasters for this planting. Register early as our events “sell out” quickly. Registration will open on February 1st. You can click the button to register!
Tree planting events are great for families and all ages are welcome. To ensure accurate active volunteer counts, please list all participants on the registration form, along with the children’s ages. Children 16 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Non-corporate volunteer groups of 10 or more, please contact events director, Zack Agerton to determine if there is enough capacity. (Corporate groups please contact Beth Brodie for more information)
Events are held rain or shine. Details of the event will be emailed to registered volunteers the week of the event.

Volunteer to Wrap Seedlings with TreesCharlotte!
2023-03-15 15:00 - 17:00 | City of Charlotte Landscape Management, 701 Tuckaseegee Road, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
Help is needed to prepare seedlings to be given away at events around Charlotte. This is a great opportunity for groups or organizations and for anyone needing school community service hours; appropriate for anyone eight years or older.
Volunteers will soak seedlings in water, wrap them in newspaper and place them in a bag with information about the tree species. Seedlings are bare root and very messy. Come prepared to get dirty!
General volunteer groups of 10 or more, please contact Event Coordinator, Zack Agerton, Corporate groups can reach out to Beth Brodie to determine if there is enough capacity.

Randolph Middle School TreeCare Event
2023-03-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Randolph Middle School, 4400 Water Oak Road, Charlotte, NC, 28211, United States
For this Workday Thursday, TreesCharlotte is returning to Randolph Middle School to do routine maintenance on the trees planted in the past. TreesCharlotte periodically returns to previous plantings to ensure that the trees we previously planted continue to thrive. TreeCare events are vital to our mission of expanding and caring for Charlotte’s canopy.
Volunteers will help mulch and prune the trees.
Register by clicking the button to the right!

End of Season City-wide TreeAdoption
2023-03-18 08:30 - 11:30 | City of Charlotte Landscape Management, 701 Tuckaseegee Road, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
Thanks to the support of Morningstar Properties, TreesCharlotte will be ending its event season with a City-wide TreeAdoption. Everyone who lives within the city limits is able to partake in this amazing event. We’ll have a huge mix of species, from small flowering to canopy building to evergreen screening. There’s something for everybody.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Here’s what you need to know:

Registration is required and opens at 10:00 am Monday, March 13 and closes when trees “sell out” or at 12:01 am Thursday, March 16. Scroll down to see the list of species we’re offering for the link to register.
Each City of Charlotte address/household can get up to 2 trees. While the registration form does not limit the total number of trees, households requesting more than 2 trees will be notified and removed.
A valid email address is required to register.
Please allow for at least 45 minutes to receive your trees as everyone is required to go through a planting demonstration.
We are continuing to implement staggered pickup times. On the registration form, you will choose a time frame to pick up your trees.
At the TreeAdoption, you will be taught how to properly plant and care for your tree(s). Tree training is mandatory.
About the trees: The trees are in 3, 5, or 7-gallon containers, measure up to 12 feet tall, and weigh about 10-15 pounds. The mulch weighs 25 pounds/bag. Links to the species we are offering are provided below. Please do your homework first to ensure you’re putting the right tree in the right place. Once registered, selections are final and cannot be changed.
TreesCharlotte will send a follow-up email with planting instructions – including a planting video – watering instructions and specific information about the species you select.
We limit participation to residents within Charlotte city limits. At this time, we do not serve Matthews, Mint Hill, Pineville, Huntersville, Davidson, Cornelius, Mecklenburg County, or other municipalities outside Charlotte.

TreesCharlotte is a non-profit organization that relies on donations to be able to host events like this. Donations are greatly appreciated and help us give more trees to Charlotte residents. If interested please click HERE.
The list of species below will be available. We may add or remove species prior to the event. Quantities are limited. Register early to ensure the best selection.
Selections are final and once registered, cannot be changed. Be sure to research which tree will work best for your yard before registering.

Maple, Brandywine
Maple, Celebration
Maple, October Glory
Maple, Legacy Sugar
Serviceberry
Hornbeam, Europen Upright
Hornbeam, American
Redbud, Flamethrower
Redbud, Rising Sun
Redbud, Eastern
Fringetree
Yellowwood, American
Dogwood, Kousa
Cryptomeria, Japanese Cedar
Persimmon
Ginkgo
Holly, Oakland
Crepe Myrtle, Double Dynamite
Tulip Poplar
Magnolia, Butterflies
Magnolia, Inspiration
Magnolia, Kay Parris
Magnolia, Moonglow
Amberglow Dawn redwood
Tupelo
Pine, Loblolly
Sycamore, Exclamation
Cherry, Yoshino
Oak, Swamp White
Oak, Nuttall
Bald Cypress
Arborvitae, Green Giant
Allee Elm
Green Vase Zelkova

If you are a TreeMaster and would like to volunteer for this event please follow this LINK to register!

Marlborough Woods CommunityWoods
2023-03-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Marlborough woods, 1916 Dickens Ave, Charlotte, NC, 28208
Thanks to the genorosity of Trammell Crow Residential, TreesCharlotte is pleased to partner with Freedom Communities and the Marlborough Woods neighborhood to plant trees in their common areas which the residents will be able to enjoy for years to come!

We are recruiting volunteers and TreeMasters to help plant trees in the common areas at 10:00 am on March 25th. Register early as our events “sell-out” quickly. Click the button to register!
Tree planting events are great for families and all ages are welcome. To ensure accurate counts and liability forms are signed, we ask that all participants please register separately. Children 16 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Non-corporate volunteer groups of 10 or more, please contact events director, Zack Agerton to determine if there is enough capacity. (Corporate groups please contact Beth Brodie for more information)
Events are held rain or shine. Details of the event will be emailed to registered volunteers the week of the event.

Enderly Park TreeDay
2023-03-31 10:00 - 12:00 | Enderly Park, 1501 Enderly road, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
TreesCharlotte is pleased to plant trees in Enderly Park which the residents will be able to enjoy for years to come! Thanks to a partnership with Arbor Day Foundation and Ally Financial this event was made possible.
This event is closed to general volunteers, but please be sure to look at the calendar for other opportunities.
Events are held rain or shine. Details of the event will be emailed to registered volunteers the week of the event.
We are recruiting TreeMasters for this event. You can sign up HERE. The deadline to register to volunteer is Sunday, March 26th.

TreeCare at Lennar Townhomes of Ayrsley
2023-04-06 10:00 - 12:00 | lennar townhomes, 9223 lenox pointe drive, Charlotte, NC, 28273, United States
For this Workday Thursday, TreesCharlotte is returning to the Lennar Townhome community to do routine maintenance on the trees planted in the past. TreesCharlotte periodically returns to previous plantings to ensure that the trees we previously planted continue to thrive. TreeCare events are vital to our mission of expanding and caring for Charlotte’s canopy. Volunteers will help mulch and prune the trees. Please register by clicking HERE or the button!

TreeFest 2023
2023-04-29 13:00 - 16:00
TreesCharlotte is excited to announce our first ever TreeFest event! We hope you’ll join us at NoDa Brewing Company on W 32nd Street for this free and open to the public event. We have 350 seedlings to give away to Charlotteans as well as tree friendly arts and crafts, live music, and food trucks.

Thank you to our raffle sponsors!

NoDa Brewing Company
Crowntown Compost
Gear Goat XCHG
Bird House on the Greenway
Untamed Clay
Carolina Raptor Center
Topgolf Charlotte
Whitewater Center
The Patio Farmer
Ekologicall
Devil’s Logic Brewing

Spring TreeAmbassador Training
2023-05-10 17:30 - 19:00 | City of Charlotte Landscape Management, 701 Tuckaseegee Road, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
Education is a cornerstone of TreesCharlotte’s mission, but our data shows that less than 10% of Charlotteans are familiar with our organization. With a rapidly developing city, we need to ensure that residents are given the inspiration they need to advocate for tree planting and preservation in their communities. We are in search of passionate, motivated individuals to help TreesCharlotte spread awareness. TreeAmbassadors are specially trained volunteers who represent TreesCharlotte at outreach events, educational opportunities, and more!
The Spring Training will focus on the below:

TreeAmbassador Handbook Competition (Friendly game based on the contents of the handbook)
State of the Canopy Presentation
School/Camp Activities
Tabling at Events
Treesilience (New initiative in under canopied and underserved neighborhoods)

If this sounds like you and you want to volunteer in this capacity please register for our TreeAmbassador Training on Wednesday, May 10th from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. The training will occur at the City’s Landscape Management Building.
Register HERE!

Treesilience Canvassing at Ramblewood
2023-05-12 16:00 - 18:00
TreesCharlotte is excited to educate the residents about the Treesilience program coming to their neighborhood. Volunteers will canvas and provide door tags to sign up for our Treesilience programs: Canopy Care, Front Yard Plantings, Tree Stewardship, and TreeAdoption (backyard trees).
There will also be a table set up to assist with in-person sign-ups and provide tree care education. Registration is open for TreeMAKs and general volunteers. You can register HERE.

Tree Walk: June 8
2023-06-08 17:30 - 18:30 | Lilac Road Parking Lot, 2430 Cumberland Avenue, Charlotte, NC, 28203, United States
Take a walk on the wild side with TreesCharlotte! This educational event is led by our arborist and takes place at Freedom Park, which is known for its robust tree canopy and tree biodiversity. All events are open to partnership volunteers as well as community members. We will have a table at the start of the tree walk with some general information about TreesCharlotte as well to provide general information and on the tree species you will be observing. This event is open to partnerships and communities within our Treesilience initiative.
Tree Walk will begin at the Lilac Road Parking Lot (directly across from 2430 Cumberland Avenue). We encourage you to plan to arrive 10-15 minutes early to allow time to find parking as the event will start promptly at 5:30pm. Please use the exact address above to arrive at the right location within Freedom Park (putting solely “Freedom Park” into your GPS may not land you in the right location).
Comfortable attire and walking shoes are a must. Hat and sunscreen are recommended. Water and light snacks will be provided. Please plan to expect a brisk walk through the park.
Register HERE!

*A minimum of 8 people are required for the event to occur. Registered attendees will receive at least 24 hours notice if the event must be cancelled due to low attendance.

Tree Walk: June 29
2023-06-29 17:30 - 18:45 | Lilac Road Parking Lot, 2430 Cumberland Avenue, Charlotte, NC, 28203, United States
**RESCHEDULED TO THURSDAY, JUNE 29TH**

Take a walk on the wild side with TreesCharlotte! This educational event is led by our arborist and takes place at Freedom Park, which is known for its robust tree canopy and tree biodiversity. All events are open to partnership volunteers as well as community members. We will have a table at the start of the tree walk with some general information about TreesCharlotte as well to provide general information and on the tree species you will be observing. This event is open to partnerships and communities within our Treesilience initiative.
Tree Walk will begin at the Lilac Road Parking Lot (directly across from 2430 Cumberland Avenue). We encourage you to plan to arrive 10-15 minutes early to allow time to find parking as the event will start promptly at 5:30pm. Please use the exact address above to arrive at the right location within Freedom Park (putting solely “Freedom Park” into your GPS may not land you in the right location).
Comfortable attire and walking shoes are a must. Hat and sunscreen are recommended. Water and light snacks will be provided. Please plan to expect a brisk walk through the park.
Register HERE!

*A minimum of 8 people are required for the event to occur. Registered attendees will receive at least 24 hours notice if the event must be cancelled due to low attendance.

Tree Walk: July 13
2023-07-13 17:30 - 18:45 | Lilac Road Parking Lot, 2430 Cumberland Avenue, Charlotte, NC, 28203, United States
Take a walk on the wild side with TreesCharlotte! This educational event is led by our arborist and takes place at Freedom Park, which is known for its robust tree canopy and tree biodiversity. All events are open to partnership volunteers as well as community members. We will have a table at the start of the tree walk with some general information about TreesCharlotte as well to provide general information and on the tree species you will be observing.
Tree Walk will begin at the Demonstration Garden across from the Lilac Road Parking Lot (directly across from 2430 Cumberland Avenue). We encourage you to plan to arrive 10-15 minutes early to allow time to find parking as the event will start promptly at 5:30pm.
Comfortable attire and walking shoes are a must. Hat and sunscreen are recommended. Water and light snacks will be provided. Please plan to expect a brisk walk through the park.
Register HERE!

*A minimum of 8 people are required for the event to occur. Registered attendees will receive at least 24 hours notice if the event must be cancelled due to low attendance.

Treesilience Mature Canopy Care Virtual Workshop
2023-07-17 18:00 - 19:00
TreesCharlotte is teaming up with an ISA TRAQ Certified Arborist to work with community members in the Ramblewood and McCrorey Heights neighborhoods to identify private property mature trees that need care. This workshop is open to residents that applied to the Treesilience initiative. Any resident, that does not meet the income requirements below, can still receive a free consultation but will not qualify for free mature canopy care. As a reminder, attending this event or watching the recording are required for those residents seeking free Mature Canopy Care (CC).
The Zoom workshop will discuss the components of the Mature Canopy Care initiative by:

Introducing the MCC team
Reviewing eligibility requirements
Examining the timeline
Scheduling the tree assessment with our team (dates & times)
Reminding participants of TreesCharlotte’s mission

The workshop will be recorded and posted on our YouTube Channel to increase engagement.
More details about the Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85282342642?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 852 8234 2642
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Dial by your location +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)

Tree Mapping in the Ramblewood Neighborhood
2023-07-18 09:00 - 11:00 | 9934 Nations Ford Road, 9934 Nations Ford Road, Charlotte, NC, 28273, United States
TreesCharlotte will be conducting a tree inventory mapping of street-view trees in the Ramblewood neighborhood. Volunteers will be split into zones and will be given measuring tapes, tree manuals, and tablets with the “PictureThis” app. Volunteers will identify the following:

Number of trees (note heritage trees)
Trunk diameter measurement of each accessible tree
Identify tree species and the number of each tree species

Participants are encouraged to download the “PictureThis” app ahead of the tree mapping event. PictureThis is a free app to use, please do not subscribe to this service. If you have trouble accessing the free version, the TreesCharlotte staff will guide you on how to access on the day of the event.

This event is open to partnerships and communities within our Treesilience initiative and TreeMAKs. Register HERE!

Tree Mapping in the McCrorey Heights Neighborhood
2023-07-28 09:00 - 11:00 | First Baptist Church – West, 1801 Oaklawn Avenue, Charlotte, NC, 28216, United States
TreesCharlotte will be conducting a tree inventory mapping of street-view trees in the McCrorey Heights neighborhood. Volunteers will be split into zones and will be given measuring tapes, tree manuals, and tablets with the “PictureThis” app. Volunteers will identify the following:

Number of trees (note heritage trees)
Trunk diameter measurement of each accessible tree
Identify tree species and the number of each tree species

Participants are encouraged to download the “PictureThis” app ahead of the tree mapping event. PictureThis is a free app to use, please do not subscribe to this service. If you have trouble accessing the free version, the TreesCharlotte staff will guide you on how to access on the day of the event.

This event is open to partnerships and communities within our Treesilience initiative and TreeMAKs. Register HERE!

Tree Mapping in the Ramblewood Neighborhood
2023-09-07 08:45 - 11:30 | Ramblewood Neighborhood, 9934 Nations Ford Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28273, United States
TreesCharlotte will be conducting a tree inventory mapping of street-view trees in the Ramblewood neighborhood. Volunteers will be split into zones and will be given measuring tapes, tree manuals, and tablets with the “PictureThis” app. Volunteers will identify the following:

Number of trees (note heritage trees)
Trunk diameter measurement of each accessible tree
Identify tree species and the number of each tree species

Participants are encouraged to download the “PictureThis” app ahead of the tree mapping event. PictureThis is a free app to use, please do not subscribe to this service. If you have trouble accessing the free version, the TreesCharlotte staff will guide you on how to access on the day of the event.

This event is open to the public for general volunteers. We are also looking for up to 6 TreeMAKs to help with this event!
Register Here!

TreeMaster Classroom Training
2023-09-13 17:30 - 19:00 | City of Charlotte Landscape Management, 701 Tuckaseegee Road, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
We will be hosting our TreeMaster course on the evening of Wednesday, September 13th. Anyone is welcome to join in if they are interested in becoming one of our amazing lead volunteers! Please register here.
A TreeMaster is a volunteer who has received training on volunteer management, proper planting techniques and care and maintenance of trees. TreeMasters serve as volunteer leaders at our planting events and TreeAdoptions throughout Charlotte. They help with event setup, tree and mulch placement, volunteer engagement, and event breakdown.
How do I become a TreeMaster
Anybody interested should attend this workshop, featuring the history of TreesCharlotte, our planting practices, and a Q&A. Training is suited for all levels of arboriculture knowledge. Upon completion of the certification course, graduates will be provided opportunities to put their knowledge into action by serving as volunteer leaders. The tree planting season in Charlotte runs from October to early April.
Training Planting
Following the training, graduates will be provided an opportunity to get hands-on experience with a tree planting on the morning of September 16th. This add-on training session is not required but strongly encouraged.
What is the time commitment?
TreeMasters are asked to commit to volunteer at a minimum of 3 regularly scheduled tree planting/adoption events annually (each about 5 hours).

Tree Mapping in the McCrorey Heights Neighborhood
2023-09-14 08:45 - 11:30 | First Baptist Church – West, 1801 Oaklawn Avenue, Charlotte, NC, 28216, United States
TreesCharlotte will be conducting a tree inventory mapping of street-view trees in the Ramblewood neighborhood. Volunteers will be split into zones and will be given measuring tapes, tree manuals, and tablets with the “PictureThis” app. Volunteers will identify the following:

Number of trees (note heritage trees)
Trunk diameter measurement of each accessible tree
Identify tree species and the number of each tree species

Participants are encouraged to download the “PictureThis” app ahead of the tree mapping event. PictureThis is a free app to use, please do not subscribe to this service. If you have trouble accessing the free version, the TreesCharlotte staff will guide you on how to access on the day of the event.

This event is open to volunteers from Treesilience partner, Truist, and the communities within our Treesilience initiative. We are also looking for up to 6 TreeMAKs to help with this event!
Register Here!

TreeMaster Field Training at JH Gunn Elementary
2023-09-16 09:00 - 12:00 | JH Gunn Elementary School, 7400 Harrisburg Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28215
TreeMasters! The time has come!!
The TreesCharlotte team is pumped to get our planting season underway, and we have a packed calendar. This planting is solely for current and new TreeMasters to kick off the season and refresh our brains on planting techniques.
After we all reconnect (with doughnuts and coffee, of course), we’ll plant about 41 trees together – just the TC team and you, the TreeMasters!
The fun begins at 9 am, at JH Gunn Elementaryt School. We hope you are as excited and ready to don those orange hats as we are. You may register here!

TreeCare at Ashley Park Elementary
2023-09-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Ashley Park Elementary, 2401 Belfast Dr, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
On this terrific Thursday, TreesCharlotte is returning to the campus of Ashley Park Elementary to do routine maintenance on the trees planted in Fall, 2021. TreesCharlotte periodically returns to school campuses to ensure that the trees we previously planted continue to thrive. Stewardship events are vital to our mission of expanding Charlotte’s tree canopy.
We are currently recruiting TreeMasters for this event. Register here!

Season Opening Citywide Tree Adoption
2023-09-30 08:30 - 11:30 | City of Charlotte Landscape Management, 701 Tuckaseegee Road, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
SOLD OUT!
We’re back! TreesCharlotte is kicking off its event season with a Citywide TreeAdoption. We’ll have a huge mix of species, from small flowering to canopy building to evergreen screening. There’s something for everybody.
A link to register for trees will be added here on September 25.
We are seeking TreeMasters to help manage the event. Click here to register to volunteer.
Here’s what you need to know:
Registration details

Registration is required and opens at 10:00 am Monday, September 25 (link will be posted above on 9/25) and closes when trees “sell-out” or at 11:59 pm Wednesday, September 27th.
Each address within the City of Charlotte can get up to 2 trees. While the registration form does not limit the total number of trees, households requesting more than 2 trees will be notified and removed.
All trees are required to be registered to the homeowner receiving those trees, with accurate contact information (including first name(s), last name(s), address, email address, and phone number). Correct contact information for each homeowner is required.
If you are registering for or picking up trees on behalf of a neighbor or friend, please provide the homeowner’s correct contact information and bring copy of their registration with you to the event.
While you will be able to pre-select your species, we cannot guarantee the variety or quantities that will be available on the day of the event. We will, however, make all efforts to sub in a comparable tree.
Resale of TreesCharlotte trees is prohibited and may result in being disallowed at future adoptions and TreesCharlotte events.
Planting of TreesCharlotte trees for profit is prohibited and may result in being disallowed at future adoptions and TreesCharlotte events.

Day of event details

All TreeAdoption attendees are required to go through a planting demonstration on the day of the TreeAdoption.
Allow for at least 45 minutes to receive your trees as everyone is required to go through a planting demonstration. Tree planting training is mandatory.
About the trees: The trees are in up to 7-gallon containers, measure up to 10 feet tall, and weigh about 10-15 pounds. The mulch weighs 25 pounds/bag.
TreesCharlotte will send a follow-up email with event details and planting and care instructions.

At this time our focus is within the Charlotte city limits. Therefore, we currently limit our participation to Charlotte residents only (we are unable to serve Matthews, Mint Hill, Pineville, Huntersville, Davidson, Cornelius, other municipalities outside Charlotte or Mecklenburg County.
TreesCharlotte is a non-profit organization that relies on donations to be able to host events like this. Donations are greatly appreciated and help us give more trees to Charlotte residents. Click here to donate.
Below is a draft list of species we hope to offer. We may add or remove species prior to the event. Quantities are limited. Register early to ensure the best selection.
Selections are final and once registered, cannot be changed. Be sure to research which tree will work best for your yard before registering.

Red Maple

Serviceberry

River Birch

Cedar, Deodar

Yew

Redbud, Merlot

Dogwood

Cryptomeria

Magnolia

Poplar Tulip

Sourwood

Plum, Purple Leaf

Cherry, Yoshino

Oak, Swamp White

Oak, Overcup

Arborvitae

Reeder Memorial Baptist TreeDay
2023-10-05 10:00 - 12:30 | Reeder Memorial Baptist Church, 3725 Beatties Ford Road, Charlotte, NC, 28216, United States
Thanks to the generous support of our season sponsors, TreesCharlotte is excited to plant approximately 37 trees at Reeder Memorial Baptist Church.

While we love our volunteers, this event is currently reserved for a corporate group; however, we are recruiting TreeMasters for this planting. If you’re a TreeMaster, click the button to the right register to volunteer.
Events are held rain or shine. Details of the event will be emailed to registered volunteers the week of the event.

ASTC Tree Walk
2023-10-06 15:00 - 16:45 | The Green, 425 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC, 28202, United States
Take a walk on the wild side with TreesCharlotte! This educational event is led by our arborist and takes place at a central location in Uptown, for this urban canopy tree walk. This Tree Walk is open to ASTC Conference attendees. We will have a table at the start of the tree walk with some general information about TreesCharlotte as well to provide general information and on the tree species you will be observing.
Event is from 3:00pm – 4:45pm
*A minimum of 8 people are required for the event to occur. Registered attendees will receive at least 24 hours notice if the event must be cancelled due to low attendance.
Tree Walk will begin at The Green (north, Charlotte, NC 28202). We encourage carpooling as parking may be limited. We encourage you to plan to arrive 10-15 minutes early to allow time to find parking as the event will start promptly at 5:30pm. There is 2-hour street parking in Uptown as well as a few parking garages nearby. Taking the light rail to the Convention Center Station is highly encouraged.
Comfortable attire and walking shoes are a must. Hat and sunscreen are recommended. Water and light snacks will be provided. Please plan to expect a brisk walk through the city.
Click HERE to register!
