Preserve Your Street Trees, Pt. 2

About Facilitator

Michael Cafiero is an ecological landscape designer passionate about connecting people, plants, place and soil. He designs ecologically diverse and climate-adaptive landscapes that work with plants to enliven human experiences, create habitat, and build soil.

Objective

How can we make sure our urban forests are preserved for future generations of Brooklynites?

As a continuation of October’s tree preservation efforts, we’ll be putting our street tree care plan into action. Our first step will be weeding, decompacting, mulching, and watering two tree beds on President Street. We’ll then create signage to identify tree species, encourage pedestrians to respect the plantings within tree beds, remind pet owners to curb their dogs, and offer neighbors guidance on how to care for the trees. 

What’s Included:

• Tree Map
• Gardening gloves
• Gardening tools

What To Bring

• Closed-toed shoes
• Attire you don’t mind getting dirty 

Disclaimer

This is a 1 ½ hour, moving, workshop. Bathroom accessible. This activity is rain or shine. If weather is inclement, we will email participants 2 hours before the start of the event.