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Tour the ‘City of Trees’ With Us!

Washington DC has been known as “The City of Trees” for over 100 years. With a rich arboreal history and amazing ecological diversity, it’s easy to understand how we’ve earned …

Youth Earth Day Challenge

We have an exciting opportunity on the horizon for young tree enthusiasts to learn more about their local environment by participating in fun educational activities! Introducing the Casey Trees’ inaugural …

Apple Grafting with Casey Trees

Last week, we successfully held our very first Apple Grafting Workshop! Lead by Casey Trees Field Manager Nick Smalley, this exciting new workshop taught the basics of fruit tree grafting …

We Had a Ball With The Wizards!

Earlier this month, we partnered with the Washington Wizards to promote environmental awareness through their amazing Green Night Game, where a portion of ticket sales went to assist with tree …

Our 2023 Canopy Awards Honorees

This year marks the 9th annual Canopy Awards, our unique way of celebrating Arbor Day and honoring the people and partners working to restore, enhance, and protect DC’s tree canopy. …

We’ve Been Busy Talking Trees!

This past week, Casey Trees attended two local conferences/events – Taking Nature Black and Rooting DC! These events allowed us the opportunity to talk trees and reach out to other local …

Happy Women’s History Month!

For Women’s History Month, we’d like to recognize some of the amazing female environmentalists who have changed the world for the better. We are inspired by these women and their …

Garden Talk with Maddie

In celebration of Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting some of the amazing women that make up the Casey Trees team, starting with our resident horticulturist and landscape architect Maddie Hoagland …

Our 2023 Cherry Map is Here!

Cherry blossoms are a staple of our city (and urban forest!) that are truly a magical sight during #PeakBloom. The famed cherry blossoms that line the Tidal Basin are cruising …

Advocacy Wins at Casey Trees!

It’s been a big year for advocacy work here at Casey Trees, and we are very excited to let everyone know that we’ve scored some big wins! While our work …

Advice from Melody Mobley

For Black History Month this week we’re highlighting Melody “Starya” Mobley, the first Black woman to ever join the United States Forest Service. Melody’s middle name, Starya, is derived from …

Last Chance for Wizards Tickets!

In case you missed the news – Casey Trees is partnering up with our very own Washington Wizards! We know that sports and the outdoors go hand in hand, and …

Let’s Talk About the Cherry Trees

Cherry trees all over the District, including what The National Park Service refers to DC’s indicator tree, are already starting to show flower buds (this is the first stage before …

Meet Angel from The Spice Suite

At Casey Trees, we’re always making new friendships and connections with anyone and everyone who loves trees! Recently, we had the honor of working with Angel Gregorio from The Spice …

Wangari Gardens’ Namesake

Wangari Maathai was a Kenyan activist, the first woman in East and Central Africa to earn a doctorate, and the first African woman to win a Nobel Peace Prize. In …