Tree Corps
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Tree Corps is an arboriculture workforce development program designed to provide valuable training and entry-level job placement for Cleveland residents in the tree care industry. It’s funded by a generous grant from the Cleveland Foundation.
Cleveland, was once nicknamed “The Forest City” thanks to its robust tree population. But the number of street trees has been steadily declining since the mid-20th century.
Then:
221k
city trees
Now:
120k
city trees
This could have significant ecological, economic, and social consequences.
So in 2018, Holden Forests & Gardens piloted the innovative Tree Corps Program, which helps the environment as well as the local economy. Since then, we’ve learned a lot, and we’re excited to launch a new, expanded phase of the Tree Corps program that welcomes young adults, professionals, and communities
Tree Corps CREW Program
Tree Corps Crew (Cleveland-Region Experiential Work) offers a paid job experience, with training in tree-care and related careers for young Cleveland-area residents.
The 8-member Tree Corps Crew spends 6 weeks learning key arboriculture skills, engaging in field experiences, and working on tree and land care related to the Cleveland Tree Plan.
The program concludes with a capstone project and opportunities to shadow green career professionals. CREW provides experience, exposure, and difference-making work for folks who have not otherwise had an opportunity to engage in green careers.
Check back for developments in these three branches of Tree Corps.
For more information on Holden Forest & Garden’s Community Forestry program, contact [email protected] or email Rebecca Swab, Director of Conservation and Community Forestry at [email protected]
