Residents

Urban Forest Data, Analysis and Monitoring

The DNR maintains a variety of data collection programs to assess the composition, health and extent of Wisconsin’s urban forests. Major monitoring efforts include compiling public tree inventories, establishing long-term urban forest plots, and…

Tree Canopy Goals

Because of the many benefits trees provide, communities often seek to expand their tree canopy. But planting more trees is not the only means to expand your community’s canopy. Even more important is preservation of existing trees. Together, proper…

Tree Inventories

A tree inventory is a survey of individual trees within a given area. It is a necessary process and product to understand the make-up of an urban forest and make informed decisions about tree care. Thus, it is critical to the long-term success of…

Tree Learning Center

An abundant, healthy urban tree canopy increases property values, reduces storm water runoff and erosion, improves air quality and reduces energy used for heating and cooling. Every tree makes a difference! A single 8-inch-diameter red oak in a…

Brewers and Packers Help Plant Trees

Urban Forestry Organizations

The following are shared for informational purposes only. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources does not endorse and makes no representations, expressed, inferred or implied, concerning these organizations, programs or services.

Urban Forestry News, Training and Events

Read Urban Forestry News to learn about specific urban and community forestry training sessions and events in Wisconsin.

Urban Forestry Contacts

For questions about yard trees, please complete UW-Madison Division of Extension's Ask Your Gardening Question online form.North Central ZoneVacantInterim contact: Patricia LindquistNortheast ZonePatricia Lindquist, urban forestry coordinator

Good Health Grows on Trees

Nearly forty years of research and thousands of scientific studies have shaped our understanding of the extraordinary health benefits of urban trees and green spaces. Urban nature has been shown to reduce cardiovascular disease, mental illness, ADHD…

Wisconsin Urban Forestry Council Annual Awards

Award CategoriesThe Wisconsin Urban Forestry Council presents annual awards to outstanding individuals, organizations, communities and tribes that further urban forestry in Wisconsin. The awards are announced each year at the annual Wisconsin Urban…