Conservation and Outdoor Related Links: Forestry : Urban Community

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Arboriculture On-line - A site to assist tree care professionals in developing and maintaining effective plant health care programs. (Added: 14-Nov-2000 Hits: 629)

Forest ReLeaf of Missouri - Forest ReLeaf of Missouri is a non-profit organization dedicated to guiding and inspiring personal and community stewardship of the trees and forests in Missouri and surrounding communities. Vist their web site for information on various tree planting programs, including some that are free. (Added: 25-Jul-2005 Hits: 360)

Human Dimensions of Urban and Community Forestry - Effective management of urban natural resources depends on undestanding the values and perceptions that people have regarding the natural world. This site provides research demonstrating the value of urban forestry to people, businesses, mitigating pollution, and in calming traffic. (Added: 12-Apr-2002 Hits: 304)

Human Environmental Research Laboratory - A multidisciplinary research laboratory sponsored by the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign and dedicated to studying the relationships between people and the environments they inhabit. Efforts document how trees decrease crime and poverty while boosting concentration and neighborhood team building. (Added: 17-Jun-2002 Hits: 116)

Mid-America Regional Council Tree Information Guides - A series of twelve articles regarding tree planting and maintenance, including recommendations for appropriate species and planting locations for the Kansas City area. (.pdf format) (Added: 21-Nov-2002 Hits: 209)

Missouri Community Forest Council - The Missouri Community Forest Council (MCFC) is commited to urban and community forestry issues in Missouri. The council meets regularly to advise the state of Missouri on the best ways to preserve, protect, expand and improve our urban and community forests. (Added: 4-Apr-2003 Hits: 277)

Missouri Forest Keepers Network - The state's first comprehensive volunteer forest health monitoring system. (Added: 23-Jun-2000 Hits: 412)

National Tree Trust - Our History The National Tree Trust (NTT) was established as part of the "America the Beautiful Act of 1990" designated by President George Bush. Congress endowed the NTT, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, with a one-time-only grant. The NTT mobilizes volunteer groups, promotes public awareness, provides grants, and unites civic and corporate institutions in support of local tree planting and education projects throughout the United States. (Added: 12-Mar-2001 Hits: 345)

Ozark Greenways - A citizen's group in southwest Missouri dedicated to the preservation of greenspace through the creation of linear parks. Be sure to check out their volunteer opportunities and the Treekeepers program (Added: 11-Aug-2003 Hits: 77)

Right Tree Right Place - Need help identifying the appropriate tree for your planting location? This web site can help you select the right tree for the right place. Information on tree selection, planting, and maintenance is provided in an attractive format. (Added: 9-Sep-2002 Hits: 557)

Storm Recovery - The National Arbor Day Foundation - This section of The National Arbor Day Foundation website contains articles and artwork about how communities and individuals can save damaged trees after violent storms. (Added: 17-Aug-2004 Hits: 39)

Tree City USA - Information about NADF's programs including Tree City USA. (Added: 19-May-2000 Hits: 512)

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