Community and Youth Education Schools and community centers are places where residents gather and spend time together to learn and grow. As the Boston Public Schools begin to incorporate more environmental education, we have begun to develop activities for young people to appreciate, learn about, and celebrate trees. Tree Walks In partnership with 3 community groups, we’re developing a series of community-led tree walks in Mattapan, Dorchester, and East Boston. Residents will share their favorite neighborhood trees, their personal tree stories, the challenges that urban trees face, and the role of trees in building healthy and vibrant communities. NeighborWoods Tree Planting Private land makes up the majority of land in Boston, with plenty of opportunities for planting trees. In the coming years we’ll be working with landowners —whether they be residents, houses of worship, or private businesses—to plant trees. We’ll make sure that the right tree goes in the right place, and we’ll even bring and install the tree. Tree Keepers Training In 2023 we will be piloting a training program to activate residents of Boston’s environmental justice communities to become Community Tree Keepers, caring and advocating for their tree canopy. Through a series of training sessions, residents will learn about the importance of trees, receive training on proper tree care, and learn how to advocate for their local urban forest. 9