Rotary International is globally committed to supporting the environment, and the City of Guelph is determined to increase its tree canopy. Our club's Environment Committee is glad to share some of the wonderful opportunities to get involved locally.
Earth Day Tree Planting and Environmental Fair
Help plant a new forest in Guelph on April 22nd, 2023 between 9am and 2pm.
Parking, Site Access, and Environmental Fair at 335 Laird Road.
Plant trees and enjoy the Environmental Fair with a variety of booths, entertainment and food.
Trees, shovels, mulch, pails and planting instructions are provided.
Wear boots and gloves for your comfort.
Trees for Guelph Spring Community Plantings
May 6th, 2023 - Hanlon Business Park, 9:30am to 12:30pm
May 13th, 2023 - Howitt Park, 9:30am to 12:30am
Plant one tree or stay longer and plant many trees.
Register on-site on the day at the welcome table.
Please wear gardening gloves, study footwear and layers of clothing that are comfortable to work and have fun in.
Tree planting techniques will be demonstrated throughout to help you learn to plant for high survival rates.
Plant a Tree on your own Boulevard
Property owners in Guelph can ask the City to plant a tree on the city-owned property in front of their home or business at no charge. Following your request, Forestry staff will visit the property to decide if it is a suitable planting site and confirm the most appropriate tree species.
Take Root InitiativeThis new program is a collaboration between Trees For Guelph, Forest Ontario, and the City of Guelph.
It is a community-powered initiative, providing residents access to low- or no-cost native trees for their homes and neighbourhoods. Martin Litchfield (a retired professional forester, and current president of the Rotary Guelph South club) is the Trees For Guelph project coordinator, for local community engagement.
