Urban Forestry Links

Helpful Websites
  • American Forests 
    • American Forests is the nation's oldest citizen conservation organization. Since 1875, American Forests has worked to ensure a sustainable future for our nation's forests.
  • Emerald Ash Borer Information 
    • Find information about the potential threat of Emerald Ash Borer (EAB).
  • Poisonous Plants 
    • This guide is provided by The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).  Learn about plant identification, first aid, and prevention.
  • Home Science:  Backyard Conservation
    • Environmental conservation is an important issue in today’s world, and there are lots of ways to help in your own backyard. Now more than ever, it is vital to preserve our planet and its natural resources, like water, soil, plants and wildlife. Everyone can help out by recycling, using less water, and making the community more eco-friendly. 
  • International Society of Arboriculture 
    • Keep current on the latest information in the world of Arboriculture. This site also has listings of continuing education units (CEU) opportunities for Certified Arborists, along with upcoming conferences and tradeshows. Visitors can also check certification credentials of local tree services on this site. View the Midwestern Chapter website for more regional opportunities.
  • National Arbor Day Foundation 
    • The National Arbor Day Foundation is involved in much more than just Arbor Day celebrations around the world. Its mission is to help promote tree care and conservation and to educate people on tree issues.
  • Natural Resources Conservation Service 
    • Their mission is to provide leadership in a partnership effort to help people conserve, improve, and sustain our natural resources and environment.
  • North Dakota Forest Service 
    • Find more information about financial and educational assistance available. Keep current on programs and services offered by the ND Forest Service.
  • North Dakota State University Extension Service 
    • View tree publications online.
  • North Dakota Tree Handbook - North Dakota State University 
    • Find more information on hardy trees and shrubs that grow well in North Dakota.
  • North Dakota Urban & Community Forestry Association 
    • This site will keep the reader informed of local workshops, conferences, and training opportunities. Visitors can also check certification credentials of local tree services on this site.
  • Society of American Foresters 
    • Since 1900, the Society of American Foresters (SAF) has provided access to information and networking opportunities to prepare members for the challenges and the changes that face natural resource professionals. SAF members include nearly 18,000 professionals who are dedicated to improving the health and productivity of forests.
  • Society of Municipal Arborists
    • Their goal is to promote and improve the practice of professional municipal arboriculture. This website outlines their efforts and objectives.
  • US Forest Service - Urban and Community Forestry Program
    • The Forest Service is a proud partner in restoring and sustaining America’s community forests. The Urban & Community Forestry (UCF) Program supports forest health for all of our Nation’s forests, creates jobs, contributes to vibrant regional wood economies, enhances community resilience and preserves the unique sense of place in cities and towns of all sizes. By working with our state partners to deliver information, tools and financial resources, the program supports fact-based and data-driven best practices in communities, maintaining, restoring, and improving the more than 140 million acres of community forest land across the United States.