Urban and Community Forestry Program
Clark Conservation District and Clark County are partnering to expand urban tree cover in Clark County. The Minnehaha neighborhood has been identified as a priority area for this initiative. We're excited to offer up to 1,000 trees for parks, public spaces, and residents in the Minnehaha area, helping to enhance the community and the environment. Learn more about how the Minnehaha area was determined to be a priority area.
Funds for this project were provided by the State of Washington Department of Natural Resources Urban and Community Forestry Program.
Learn More About How to Receive Your Free Tree
Eligibility: Any residents who are landowners or who have landowner approval in the Minnehaha area are eligible to receive a free tree!
Timeline: Trees will be planted in early Spring of 2025
Please note that completing the interest form does not guarantee a free tree and is non-binding.
Fill out the form to opt in your for free tree today!
Why is Urban Tree Cover Important?
If you have questions about the program or eligibility requirements, please reach out to our forestry team:
forestry@clarkcd.org
Urban tree cover refers to the canopy of trees that shelter the ground when viewed from above. However, trees in urban areas offer much more than shade. They provide numerous ecosystem services, or environmental benefits, and enhance our communities in ways we can experience firsthand. By planting trees throughout Clark County, we can enjoy a wide range of benefits, including:
Removal of pollutants from the air, soil, and water, especially in aiding stormwater management.
Cooling the surrounding area by releasing water vapor, which helps mitigate the urban heat island effect.
Interception of rainfall, reducing stormwater runoff, and lowering infrastructure costs for its management.
Energy savings and reduced greenhouse gas emissions thanks to the shade provided.
Carbon sequestration.
Increased property values.
In addition, living in tree-rich areas has been shown to reduce mortality rates, cardiovascular disease, stress, and depression. Access to green spaces is also linked to greater happiness and cognitive development!
Minnehaha Neighborhood