Join us for a series of planting and tree maintenance events!
SIGN UP FOR OUR EVENTSOn Saturday, July 20th, CityTrees had the pleasure of hosting a Tree Walk led by Stanford Arborist James Biddle, attracting over 30 residents and multiple CityTrees Board Members. This immersive event allowed participants to explore the diverse and vibrant urban forest of Redwood City. James Biddle expressed his excitement, saying, “It was an awesome tour with an engaged group. Some […]
Urban greening has become a cornerstone of sustainable city planning, and CityTrees, a volunteer-driven organization in Redwood City, is at the forefront of this movement. The recently released 2023-2024 CityTrees Impact Report showcases the significant strides made in enhancing the urban forest and fostering community engagement. A Milestone Year This planting season was particularly noteworthy as CityTrees celebrated the planting […]
Many thanks to Alexandra Chan, Staff Writer for Scot Scoop at Carlmont High School for capturing quotes and taking the photos! See her article here. This past Earth Day in April, CityTrees, a local volunteer organization dedicated to environmental stewardship, held a tree planting event in Redwood City, and guess what? High school students were at the heart of it […]
On a picturesque Saturday morning, amidst the chirping of birds and the gentle rustle of leaves, CityTrees reached a significant milestone in its mission to green urban spaces. On March 30th at 11 am, volunteers, past and present board members, and esteemed guests gathered at Red Morton Park in Redwood City to commemorate the ceremonial planting of the organization’s 4,000th […]
Redwood City’s streets received a green makeover recently as CityTrees, a local organization dedicated to urban forestry, planted a dozen trees along the streets near Red Morton Park. The initiative aimed not only to beautify the neighborhood but also to fulfill a commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. The species selected for planting included Crepe Myrtle “Muskogee,” Holly Oak, Chitalpa […]
Last Saturday, on January 20, a dedicated group of CityTrees board members and volunteers braved intermittent rain to embark on a unique tree-planting endeavor on Chestnut Street in Redwood City. This extraordinary effort not only added greenery to our community but showcased the commitment and passion of our team. The Challenge: Unlike the typical 15-gallon tree plantings, our team took […]
Arbor Day, celebrated on November 18th this year, brought a wave of green to the streets of Redwood City as over 20 dedicated volunteers gathered under cloudy skies to plant a variety of trees in the Palm Park neighborhood. Despite a brief spell of rain, the weather cleared up by the end of the planting, leaving behind a sense of […]
On Friday, October 20, Electronic Arts (EA) volunteers joined forces with CityTrees to make a significant contribution to the environment by planting 18 trees in Redwood City. This collaborative effort is not just about planting trees; it’s about fostering a greener and more sustainable future for the city. The start of the 2023-2024 planting season has kicked off on a […]
Redwood City, nestled between the picturesque Woodside and the stunning Stulsaft Park, is a place of natural beauty and vibrant communities. And what better way to experience this harmony between nature and the city than through an educational tree tour led by the renowned Stanford Lead Arborist, James Biddle? Organized by the dedicated team at CityTrees, a Redwood City-based organization […]
In the bustling heart of Redwood City, nestled among the tall buildings and concrete streets, a small but dedicated team at CityTrees was on a mission to bring shade, beauty, and equity to their community. They were gearing up for their 2023-2024 planting season, and the excitement in the air was palpable. But this year was different. The spark of […]