Could a mushroom & a tree really be . . . friends?
By Katie Neis Delicious, poisonous, beautiful—yet slimy and gross, a decomposer of all things dead, something your mother told you never to touch, and NEVER to eat wild: mushrooms. Can a fungus really...
View ArticleHelp make Forest Park more attractive to pollinators!
By Andy Meeks Have you ever gazed in wonder at all of the amazing trees and lush vegetation in Forest Park? Walked under the huge canopy and among the beautiful native flora and thought about how...
View ArticleAttend a slide show and find your perfect tree!
By Erica Timm So, you’ve signed up for planting day, had your planting strip inspected, and are now ready to make your tree selection, but which one will be best for you? How can you best maximize...
View ArticleThe Intertwine & a regional urban forestry strategy
“Intertwine” means “to twist or twine together, to be mutually involved.” There’s probably no better word to describe the coalition of environmentally diverse partners and the nearly 3,000 square miles...
View ArticleTree Inventory Team Leaders & Volunteers Needed!
By Erica Timm Interested in learning more about the composition of Portland’s urban forest? Want to increase your tree identification skills? Have some skills to share? Want to have fun in the sun this...
View ArticleCommunity Nature Walks: Celebrating trees and health!
By Erica Timm What do trees, walking and socializing with friends and neighbors all have common? Well, they’re all good for your health! We couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate Arbor Month than...
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