Having lived most of my adult life and my entire childhood in ‘snow country,’ I’m always a little surprised when I see signs of spring at the turn of the year here in western Washington. Spring plants are already beginning to poke through mulch, and hellebores, heather, primrose, and snowdrops are blooming. The season is … Continue reading Coordinator’s Corner — February
Environmental Justice Grants Due 2/21
The Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz challenged DNR's Urban Forestry Program and the Washington Community Forestry Council (WCFC) to dedicate some energy and resources to issues of equity in urban forestry. In turn, the DNR Urban Forestry Program and the WCFC have wholeheartedly embraced this challenge. DNR's Urban Forestry staff have been working with … Continue reading Environmental Justice Grants Due 2/21
Bigleaf Maple Decline, Results of UW Study
This article is an update to those published by the Tree Link in October 2014, “Bigleaf Maple Dieback in Western Washington?”, and the follow-up articles in September of 2015, ” What’s Going on with Bigleaf Maple?“, and in August 2016, “Bigleaf Maple Decline, Update and Next Steps”. WHAT COULD BE CAUSING THE DECLINE IN BIGLEAF MAPLES … Continue reading Bigleaf Maple Decline, Results of UW Study
Coordinator’s Corner–January
Winter means rain in western Washington. Rain that sheets over impervious surfaces, collecting debris and toxins that can, in turn, be carried to urban stream systems degrading water quality and imperiling aquatic habitats. Stormwater runoff is the number one source of pollution in Washington’s waters. During this legislative session, Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz … Continue reading Coordinator’s Corner–January
Announcing a New Grant Program for 2019!
The Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz challenged DNR's Urban Forestry Program and the Washington Community Forestry Council (WCFC) to dedicate some energy and resources to issues of equity in urban forestry. In turn, the DNR Urban Forestry Program and the WCFC have wholeheartedly embraced this challenge. DNR's Urban Forestry staff have been working with … Continue reading Announcing a New Grant Program for 2019!
Timely Tree Tips — When the Wind Blows…
Most people, and utility companies especially, prefer not see the boughs break. That said, wind plays an important role in trees becoming more resilient—you guessed it—wind! Or maybe you didn’t guess that because it sounds weird...that’s okay! Let’s work through it: On a day with no wind, a tree stands in a neutral position. When … Continue reading Timely Tree Tips — When the Wind Blows…
Worried About Storms and Power Outages?
This article was reprinted as it originally appeared on the DNR blog "Ear to the Ground" Recent blasts of wind in Washington helps us appreciate the work of local utilities. They help our homes stay warm and toasty and keep the lights on during these darkening days of December. Yet, as our annual storm season … Continue reading Worried About Storms and Power Outages?
