The Baltimore City

Forest Conservancy District Boards, referred to as Forestry Boards, function in all 23 Maryland countries and Baltimore City. The Boards were established by law in 1943 by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The Baltimore City Forestry Board held its first meeting in June 1987.

The Baltimore City Board is composed of individuals who serve voluntarily as advocates for trees and forest. This Board provides leadership for the improvement of the environment in urban and suburban areas and help educate people about the variety of benefits trees and forest provide.

All members of the Board are unpaid volunteers who work closely with state foresters. Members are formally appointed by the Director of the Maryland DNR-Forest Service on the recommendation of the chairman and members of the Board in consultation with our local DNR Forester.

The Baltimore City Forest Conservancy District Board's goals are:

Improve the management of Baltimore's urban forest growing along the city's streets and in the parks.
Facilitate school tree plantings.
Promote informational and educational activities about the City's urban forest resources.
Work closely with, and assist the Baltimore City Forestry Division with its mission.

Board members meet monthly to discuss urban forest issues and plan upcoming activities. Meetings are open to the public. If you are interested in helping the City Board with its activities
contact Maryland DNR - Forest Service 410- 260-8589

Baltimore City Forestry Board - Projects and Activities

Notable Tree Poster For Sale
The size of the poster is 18 x 22.5, full color poster of
Baltimore City's Notable TreePlease call Russ at 410-728-1893 to place your order @$5 each.
Baltimore City's Notable Trees

Education

Natural Resources Careers Conference - to educate high school students interested in pursuing forestry and other natural resources careers. Check out the online Power Point Presentation, Brochure, and Application available online
Newsletter - City Forest and Trees, publication highlighting topics related to trees and conservation.
Tree Tours - visit notable trees, Board projects, and other points of interest.
Service Learning Projects - Tree and environmental related activities for school students

Tree Planting

Chesapeake Bay School Reforestation Project: planting a native forest by students and the community on school grounds to improve the quality of the Chesapeake Bay.
ArborDay/Tree City USA - A celebration of trees and recognition of Baltimore's commitment to trees and tree care.

Tree Tours

Spring Notable Tree Tour: Date has not been set

Festivals

Publicity - Distribution of information about trees and Board activities.

Fundraising - Seedling sales, grant writing, and donations for Board activities.

Arbor Day- The city of Baltimore, the Forestry Board and the Baltimore Bird Club will all take part, as proclamations, presentations and a ceremonial tree planting will take place. Schools, recreation programs and other interested groups will all participate. Call 410-367-2217 to make arrangements to join the celebration. The event is free.

Flower Mart- May 1 and Saturday, May 1 from 11 Am to 8 PM both days. Come on down to the Washington Monument and buy your Springtime bedding plants and hanging baskets and your Mother's Day jewelry, art glass or handmade purses. http://www.flowermart.org

EcoFestival - Saturday, April 18th (raindate – Sunday April 19th) Time: 11am – 5pm. Location: Druid Hill Park by the Reservoir. Baltimore Green Week kicks off with an EcoFestival as a celebration of our regional environment. Attendees will find fun family events and resources that promote sustainable living. Held in Druid Hill Park, near the Woodberry light rail stop, bus lines and Jones Falls trail, the EcoFestival will include workshops, demonstrations, vendors with sustainable products, healthy food, music and art. http://baltimoregreenweek.org/page.php?id=346

Cylburn Market Day- Cylburn Market Day- May 9, A popular annual event at Cylburn Arboretum. Opportunity to buy many kinds of plants - including small native trees from the Baltimore City Forestry Board. Come early for best selection! http://www.cylburnassociation.org/

Baltimore Herb Festival Saturday, May 23, 2009 10am-4pm. $5. Admission Held in Leakin Park 1900 Eagle Drive Baltimore, MD 21207. Herbs, vegetable seedlings, garden ornaments and small native trees from the Baltimore City Forestry Board. http://www.baltimoreherbfestival.com/

Maryland State Fair -23 Aug 2009 - 03 Sep 2009 Timonium all day. Admission charges vary.