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Greenwich Tree Conservancy to Host Veterans Day Tree Walk at Eugene Morlot Park

Join the Greenwich Tree Conservancy for a Veteran’s Day Tree Walk at Eugene Morlot Memorial Park in Byram. Enjoy an afternoon stroll and tree discussion led by Greenwich Tree Warden, Dr. Greg Kramer, as we witness how trees are used to honor our veterans. Continue Reading →

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Greenwich Tree Conservancy Plants 100 Trees after Receiving a CT Urban Forest Council Grant

Town of Greenwich Assistant Director of Environmental Affairs, the GTC looked at the town Tree Equity Scorecard to determine which areas would most benefit from additional tree canopy. The initial award was to plant 50 trees in Pemberwick, Byram and Chickahominy. However the GTC was able to plant double that number. Endorsing the concept of necessary tree canopy, the Governor, just announced a plan to plant 1000’s of trees in densely populated cities and towns in Connecticut. Continue Reading →

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Greenwich Tree Conservancy: House Bills Address Destructive Tree Cutting by DOT, Eversource

“The pace of this destructive practice appears to be increasing at the same time as stronger storms are creating more dramatic flooding and the resulting erosion. This cutting also results in the creation of heat islands throughout town and other unanticipated outcomes that negatively affect our neighborhoods.” – JoAnn Messina, Executive Director, Greenwich Tree Conservancy Continue Reading →

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Greenwich Tree Conservancy’s Tree Party at McArdle’s Greenhouse Set for Earth Day

The Greenwich Tree Conservancy is thrilled to announce this year’s Tree Party on Earth Day, April 22 at McArdle’s Greenhouse. This year’s celebration of trees marks the 15th anniversary of the founding of the organization and the 10th anniversary of the Tree Party. Continue Reading →

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