Planting trees in large numbers must be done purposefully, with an appreciation for science, human impact, and biodiversity. Some reforestation projects give nature a boost to heal after natural disaster, and some work to re-tree forests cleared by people. No matter the driving cause, the Arbor Day Foundation understands the potential of a reforestation project done right.
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Gus Boston thought the Carr Fire would define his firefighting career. Then the Camp Fire started. Read this California firefighter’s thoughts on the impact increasingly severe fires are having on the American West.
Read a firefighters thoughts on facing California's increasingly severe fires.
In 1988, Yellowstone National Park was engulfed in flames. By the time the blaze was extinguished, nearly a third of its land was scorched. Explore how the work of replanting after this fire laid the foundation for national and international recovery efforts.
Learn how a historic Yellowstone fire informed forest recovery efforts around the world.
In a careful balance of science being led by nature, this high-tech nursery employs cutting edge techniques to grow upwards of 3 million seedlings each year. See how these young trees help National Forests across the American West recover more quickly from natural disasters.
Explore a nursery where science is helping grow millions of trees every year.
Planting trees at a massive scale is one of our best tools in the fight against climate change. But how can we plant millions of trees the right way? Learn how we've spent more than 50 years honing our process and building a network of on-the-ground partners leading the charge.
Learn how our partners bring forests to life.
Hurricane Maria tore through Puerto Rico in 2017 and took nearly 30% of the island’s trees with it. Explore how we're working with local partners to plant the right trees with sensitivity and scale.
See our mission come to life with local partners.
Meet Constantino Aucca, a UN Champions of the Earth award winner for his conservation efforts of South America’s rare Polylepis forests. With roots in his Inca heritage and local communities, learn how his work is a force for good in the Andes region for today and tomorrow.
This man is on a mission to plant trees and revive a centuries-old philosophy in the Andes Mountains.
West Virginia's Monongahela National Forest is one of the most ecologically diverse areas in the country. But its history of mining left large swaths of land in need of healing. Learn how a massive planting effort is using native trees to restore the glory of this forest for generations to come.
Learn how massive planting efforts of native trees are helping a region heal.
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