The Tennessee Urban Forestry Council gratefully acknowledges the USDA Forest Service and the
Tennessee
Department of Agriculture, Forestry Division’s funding support of the Council’s programs and activities.

Held annually since 1992, the conference features nationally recognized keynote speakers, arboriculture and forestry workshops, expert presentations, panel discussions, and hands-on demonstrations about urban forestry issues. more

Recognizing individuals and groups for outstanding leadership, education efforts or significant contributions, the awards are presented in eight categories at the annual conference. more

Statewide competition in five preliminary events and the Master's Challenge for the state title more

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Speakers available for talks about trees and urban forestry info

Images of Tennessee's significant trees tour the state more
Funds available for tree planting projects statewide
Promotion of tree protection and land development ordinances in municipalities
Trees with local and
state significance more
Noteworthy trees present
at state historic events more
Past trees with historical
or cultural significance more
More than 70 state arboreta
containing over 1,500 trees more
Created in 2012, TUFC’s Center of Excellence program enhances urban forestry at regional sites throughout the state. more
Promotion and support for Arbor Day, Tree City USA, Tree Line USA, Tree Boards and ReLeaf Programs

Administration of the Tennessee Department of Transportation's Tennessee Groves memorial and honorarium landscape program more

State communities can achieve excellence in community development by emphasizing foundational steps including urban forestry initiatives more
Support for the State of Tennessee Urban Forestry program and promotion and review of Urban and Community Forestry Grants more

Available for free checkout to help communities with urban forestry issues. Base Box plus Tree Inventory, City Forester/Tree Board, and Utilities boxes more