Tree Week 2003
Join Tree Stewards April 26th � May 4th in Arlington and Alexandria for one or all of a weeklong series of events celebrating trees in our urban forest. Tree plantings, presentations on the basics of good tree care, a panel discussion
on doing construction around trees, a workshop on landscaping with trees, and neighborhood tree walks: come and learn what you can do to promote the health of canopy in your back yard and these communities. All events are free and open to the public. No registration required, unless noted.
Tree plantings
Earth Day will be celebrated in both Arlington and Alexandria on Saturday, April 26th with tree plantings along Four Mile Run.
On the Alexandria side, while youth groups participate in a stream clean-up, come to Four Mile Run Park�s official Arbor Day ceremonies at 9 a.m., and stay for tree planting workshops at 10 and 11 a.m. and hands-on plantings throughout the morning around the park, as well as tree walks and other family-friendly
activities. 3700 Commonwealth Avenue. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
In Arlington, the Potomac Conservancy and Growing Native -- a collaborative project to increase understanding of the connection between healthy, forested lands and clean water and to engage people of all ages in the hands-on restoration of native forests � is asking volunteers to help plant 700-800 trees at Allie S. Freed Park along Four Mile Run Drive (2465 S. Culpepper Street,
between Walter Reed and George Mason). The plantings take place
Saturday the 26th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and again Sunday the 27th, from
10 a.m. to 3 p.m..
Another family-friendly opportunity to plant trees, and understand how they
grow by excavating roots of established trees, is sponsored by Arlington ReLeaf
at the Potomac Overlook Regional Park�s annual Open House, Sunday,
May 4th, from 1 to 4 p.m.
Tree Care Basics � Everything You Need to Know about Tree Care that your Arborist May Not Have Time to Tell You! Join Tree Stewards for an dinformative presentation
on how trees grow and prosper, promoting healthy roots, pruning at the right time and place, and how to establish new trees for a healthy future.
- Monday, April 28th: Alexandria�s Burke Branch Library, 4701 Seminary Road (just east of I-395), 7 p.m.
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Tuesday, April 29th: Arlington Central Public Library, 1015 North Quincy (Virginia Square Metro), 7:30 p.m.
Trees and Invasives
Tree Stewards and native plant gardeners present an invasive removal workshop. Learn how to rid your trees and backyard of ivy and other invasive plants, restore it to native cover, and create a certifiable wildlife habitat. Co-sponsored by Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment, Parks and Recreation, and Remove Invasive Plants. Monday, April 28th: Fairlington Community Center, Room 15,
3308 S. Stafford Street (off Quaker Lane). 7 p.m.
Tree Preservation during Construction
Consulting Arborist Don Zimar, a design
and development specialist, county zoning and environmental staff and policy
makers will hold a panel discussion and answer your questions on how to save
trees during construction projects large and small. New ordinances (e.g.,
Chesapeake Bay Ordinance) affecting property owners will be addressed.
Thursday, May 1st: Arlington Central Public Library Auditorium,
1015 North Quincy (Virginia Square Metro), 7:30 p.m.
Landscaping with Trees in Suburban Spaces: New Ideas and Introductions
Scientists and curators from the National Arboretum will present a workshop on
incorporating trees into the garden landscape, emphasizing drought-resistant
species, using the right tree for the right space, trees that fit into smaller suburban
gardens, and recent Arboretum introductions. A tree walk follows. Reservations
required. 703 228-6414. Saturday, May 3rd: Ft. C. F. Smith, 2411 North 24th Street (off Lorcom Lane and Fillmore Street), 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Note: If the weather is fair, bring along a picnic lunch!
Neighborhood Tree Walks
Join Tree Stewards in a walk about your neighborhood, looking at street and garden
trees. A professional arborist will join the approximately one-hour-long walks,
another chance to hear about latest practices in maintaining healthy trees fertilization,
watering, pruning recommendations as well as pest and disease issues. The
walks offer an opportunity to gather together as a community and to learn
more about tree care. Walks are scheduled for the following sites and civic associations:
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Aurora Hills/Virginia Highlands Saturday, April 26th, 2 p.m. Arborist Peter Deal from Cornerstone Landscaping.
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Dover/Crystal/Riverwood Saturday, April 26th, 4 p.m. Consulting Arborist Jim Biller.
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Northeast Alexandria Saturday, April 26th Time & arborist TBA.
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Arlington Heights
Sunday, April 27th, 2 p.m.
Consulting Arborist Ron Perlik from
Growing Earth Tree Care.
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Oakcrest
Sunday, April 27th, 2 p.m.
Arborist Andy Ross from RTEC.
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Ft. Ward Park
Sunday, April 27th, 4 p.m.
Arborist & Extension Agent Tom Tyler.
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Williamsburg/East Falls Church
Saturday, May 3rd, 4 p.m.
Arborist Jeff Aten, Care of Trees.
For more information on these and other
Tree Week events including directions and
where to meet, call 703 228-6414 or visit:
http://offices.ext.vt.edu/arlington.
Click on Calendar of Events.
Tree Stewards are citizens dedicated to the
planting and protection of trees and the
growth of the �urban forest� in Arlington
and Alexandria, VA. Sponsored by Virginia
Cooperative Extension and Urban Forestry
grants, Tree Stewards undergo a basic
training program of over twenty-five hours
of classroom and hands on learning.
For more information on these
and other Tree Week events,
call 703 228-6414 or visit:
http://offices.ext.vt.edu/arlington.
Click on Calendar of Events.
This week is funded in part by a grant from the Virginia Urban and Community Forestry Fund to the
Common Ground collaborative.
Special thanks to Whole Foods Market - Arlington for refreshments provided for some of these events.
Virginia Cooperative Extension programs and employment are open to all, regardless of race, color, religion,
sex, age, veteran status, national origin, disability, or political affiliation. An equal opportunity/
affirmative action employer. Extension is a joint program of Virginia Tech, Virginia State University, the
U.S. Department of Agriculture, and state and local governments.
Calendar of Events
Saturday, April 26th, Earth Day Tree Plantings
A tree planting workshop followed by hands-on planting, tree walks and other family-friendly activities will accompany stream clean-up in Four Mile Run Park, Alexandria. 3700 Commonwealth Avenue. 9:00 a.m. 12:00. 703 228-6414 or www.alexearthday.org.
Riparian Restoration: help Potomac Conservancy and Tree Stewards plant 700 tree seedlings along Four Mile Run at Allie S. Freed Park, 2465 South Culpepper (near DMV), Arlington. 9a.m. to 3 p.m.. Event continues Sunday, 4/27, 10a.m. to 3 p.m..
703 276-2777, ext. 203.
Sunday, April 27th, Tree Walk
Tree Stewards lead you through Ft. Ward Park, discuss identification and care of trees, and answer questions on drought, pests and disease.
Ft. Ward Park, 4301 W. Braddock Road, Alexandria.
Free. 703 228-6414.
Tree Care Basics, or, Everything You Need to Know about Tree Care that your Arborist May Not Have Time to Tell You. Join Tree Stewards for an informative presentation on how trees grow and prosper, promoting healthy roots, pruning at the right time and place, and how to establish new trees for a healthy future.
Monday, April 28th: Alexandria�s Burke Branch Library, 4701 Seminary Road (just east of I395), 7 p.m. This program repeats on Tuesday, April 29th: Arlington Central Public Library, 1015 North Quincy (Virginia Square Metro), 7:30 p.m.. Free. 703 228-6414.
Thursday, May 1st, Tree Preservation during Construction
Tree Stewards of Arlington and Alexandria sponsor a panel discussion with Consulting Arborist Don Zimar, design and development specialists, county zoning and environmental staff and policy makers to answer your questions on how to save trees during construction projects large and small. New ordinances affecting property owners will be addressed
Arlington Central Public Library Auditorium, 1015 North Quincy (Virginia Square Metro), 7:30 p.m.. Free. 703 228-6414.
Saturday, May 3rd, Landscaping with Trees in Suburban Spaces: New Ideas and Introductions
Scientists and curators from the National Arboretum will present a workshop on incorporating trees into the garden landscape, emphasizing drought-resistant species, using the right tree for the right space, trees that fit into smaller suburban gardens, and recent Arboretum introductions. A tree walk follows
Ft. C. F. Smith, 2411 North 24th Street, Arlington (off Lorcom Lane and Fillmore Street), 9:30 to 12:30. . Free. Reservations required. 703 228-6414.
Sunday, May 4th, Tree Plantings and Root Workshop
Join Arlington ReLeaf at the Potomac Overlook Regional Park�s Open House and help plant trees and excavate tree roots during this festive afternoon in the park. Games, entertainment, a maypole also offer fun and learning for the whole family.
Potomac Overlook Regional Park, 2845 N. Marcey Road, Arlington. Free. 703 528-5406.
This page was last revised on: December 27, 2003.
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