Registered Group Tree Planting Program

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Root for Trees is excited to return with volunteers to plant native trees, shrubs and wildflowers in Edmonton’s naturalized areas.

Bookings for our Registered Group Planting Program opened to the public on March 31, 2023. Please register through Better Impact. For more information contact rootfortrees@edmonton.ca.

Facilitated by two of our program staff, registered group plantings are hands-on educational opportunities that are fun and inclusive. This group volunteer opportunity is perfect for team building, families, students, clubs and community groups.

Root for Trees provides:

Program staff who guide a planting demonstration, safety talk, and share interesting facts about Edmonton's urban forest
Native trees and shrubs
Shovels and gloves

How to Book a Registered Planting Program

Please book your registered planting program online through Better Impact. Please note that Root for Trees has assigned the planting location quadrants for all programs. For more information contact rootfortrees@edmonton.ca.

Steps:

Visit Better Impact and submit an application form for all registered planting programs. Once you have submitted your application, Root for Trees will review it and you will then be accepted as a volunteer in the system.
As an accepted volunteer, you will be able to view and sign up for registered group plantings on our calendar. Each program will have an assigned date, time, and location quadrant. Sign up for the one that works for your group, you will then be the group leader signing up on behalf of your group. If a registered program is not available for a certain day or time, it is fully booked.
Your sign up will then be pending once Root for Trees approves your request, you will be assigned to an event.
Root for Trees will send you a follow up confirmation email once you are assigned to the program you signed up for.

Interested in a Registered Group Planting Program?

Planting events run between May - October

Volunteer Information

Date

Registered programs are scheduled from Tuesday-Saturday, from May-October. Please note that programs are subject to availability.

Program Cancelation Policy: The City of Edmonton retains the right to modify or cancel the program in the case of inclement weather and/or public safety. Registrants will be notified of any changes to the program status.

Time

Registered programs are scheduled in 2-hour increments:

Morning 10am-12pm
Afternoon 1-3pm
Evening 6-8pm during summer months and 5pm - 7pm during fall months

*Note: programs are subject to availability.

Location

Each registered program will have a pre-assigned location. When booking your program, please select a program in the quadrant of the City you would like to volunteer. Once your volunteer program is confirmed, Root for Trees will send you a map of the specific planting location with detailed instructions of how to get there and where to park.

Training

All training is provided on site. Root for Trees Program Leaders will be present to provide a planting demonstration, safety talk, answer questions and share interesting facts about Edmonton’s urban forest. All safety protocols communicated must be followed while volunteering.

Expected Attendance

Help us plan for your program. An expected attendance number is required during sign-up for your volunteer shift.

A minimum group size of 10 people is required to participate. Sign-ups are limited to a maximum of 60 people.

If you would like to inquire about a larger group booking, contact the Program Coordinator at rootfortrees@edmonton.ca.

Weather

Root for Trees will plant rain or shine! However, in the event of severe weather, plantings may be shortened or cancelled for staff and public safety.

Severe weather conditions that would necessitate cancellation include:

Thunderstorms or lightning
Temperature equal to or above 40°C, including the Humidex
Wind, including gusts, of over 45 km/h
An air quality health index (AQHI) of 7 or above

Cancellation Policy: The City of Edmonton retains the right to modify or cancel the planting in the case of inclement weather and/or public safety.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Supplied by the volunteer:

Sturdy, closed-toe footwear such as runners
Hat, sunglasses and long pants are recommended

Supplied by Root for Trees:

Clean gloves

The Day of Your Registered Planting Program

Arrive on or slightly before the start time of your scheduled program to get the most out of your volunteer experience. You will be greeted by Root for Trees staff members who will provide your group with a Volunteer Sign-In, Liability Waiver to sign and planting gloves.

All the planting supplies, including shovels and plant material will be ready on site. Please wear comfortable clothing, dress for the weather and bring a bottle of water and snacks.

All volunteers entering the planting area must wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes. If proper footwear is not worn, volunteers will be unable to participate. All safety protocols communicated must be followed while volunteering.

For More Information

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If you are calling from outside of Edmonton: 780-442-5311

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