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Climate change is a global problem that requires local solutions. You can help.
Our mission is to protect the valuable Franklin Park & Forest tree canopy through education, restoration, advocacy, and community.
Tree Planting Initiative
Urban Forest Alliance neighbors Steve Lagerfeld and Mike Rapp call themselves, half in jest, the “Committee to Re-Forest the Forest.” Each fall, Steve and Mike have offered Franklin Park & Forest neighbors substantial nursery-grown oaks, maples, and black gums, delivered and planted at a considerable discount, thanks in part to the support of Great Jones Developments.
Invasive Vines Removal
Come join us for Earth Day 2022!! We are restoring the environment and saving trees. This year, we team up with Franklin Park Citizens’ Association to clear a vine-laden, trashy entryway to our neighborhood. See flyer.
Urban Forest Alliance is doing what we can to help save trees that are on both privately owned and publicly held land in our neighborhood — including vine removal. Want to get involved? We’d love to have you!
Invasive Vines Identification
Wintercreeper, Porcelain berry, Five-leaf akebia, Sweet autumn clematis…these are just a few of the many invasive vines that are threatening our beautiful trees. Learn how to identify twelve common vines and safely remove them.
Native Plant & Seed Giveaways
Our Franklin Park Halloween Parade table was a huge success! Urban Forest Alliance gave away over 50 native plants and tree seedlings and 45 packets of native wildflower seeds to neighbors wanting to expand their native plant gardens. Our generous neighbors have more to give, just for the asking!
Local Advocacy
Urban Forest Alliance keeps you abreast of McLean and Fairfax County updates that will impact the tree canopy in our community. You can participate in county public meetings and make sure your voice is heard. Sign up for our communications to stay informed.
“There can be no purpose more inspiring than to begin the age of restoration, reweaving the wonderous diversity of life that still surrounds us.”
— E. O. Wilson
Recommended Reading
Join us on iNaturalist.
Visit the Invasive Species in Franklin Park Guide on iNaturalist and learn how to identify the exotic plants that are threatening our trees and wildlife. Help us locate, map, and remove these from our community.
Resources
Let’s meet up in real life to protect the beauty of our community.
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