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Portland's volunteers put in more hours (over 7000) than any other US city! Urban Forestry is not the only one that noticed your hard work. The Arbor Day Foundation has awarded Portland its 44th Tree City USA Award, 24th Growth Award, and 2nd Tree Cities of the World Award.

Are you interested in being an advocate for trees in your neighborhood? Portland Parks & Recreation's Urban Forestry needs neighbors who care for the trees of our community. The 2021 Neighborhood Tree Steward course will run from May 29 through June 11.

The City expects that the Barbara Walker Crossing and the adjacent portions of Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R)’s Wildwood Trail will need to remain closed until about 1/20/21, pending repairs and structural evaluation.

Ready for a fun night of virtual tree trivia? Join your neighbors and compete with other Tree Teams in the ultimate challenge of urban tree knowledge. Tree enthusiasts of all ages and abilities welcome!

Work continues to reopen roads, clear debris after a major windstorm. PP&R Urban Forestry staff are essential responders in keeping Portland moving and safe.