By Ashley on March 07, 2012 in Advocacy, Arbor Week, Network Events, Partners

Today, California ReLeaf, Sacramento Tree Foundation, and the Western Chapter of the International Society of Aboriculture joined Assemblymember Roger Dickinson and other members of the state legislature to dedicate a new tree in Capitol Park. The Valley Oak was planted just south of the rose garden. In other Capitol news, Governor Brown issued a proclamation recognizing March 7th as Arbor ...
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By joe on February 28, 2012 in Education, Network, Research, Trees in the news

This weekend, thousands of local families will enjoy the new animated movie The Lorax, about the furry Dr. Seuss creature who speaks for the trees.  What they may not realize is that there are real-life Loraxes right here in California. California ReLeaf speaks for the trees every single day.  We are dedicated to providing resources for planting and protecting trees ...
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By Ashley on February 17, 2012 in Jobs

The USDA Forest Service Urban Ecosystems and Processes is a team in the Urban Ecosystems and Social Dynamics Program, part of the Pacific Southwest Research Station (PSW). Its scientists and staff conduct research to increase knowledge of urban forest benefits and costs and develop tools to assess long-term net benefits from urban greening strategies. They work closely with partners in ...
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By Ashley on February 17, 2012 in Education, grants, Partners

California’s Financing Coordinating Committee will be holding a series of Funding Fairs across the state this March, April, and May. The full schedule and details are here. Participating agencies include the California Department of Public Health, California Department of Water Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, California Infrastructure Bank, State Water Resources Control Board, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, ...
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By joe on February 16, 2012 in Network, Press Release

Catherine Martineau, Executive Director of Canopy, joins the California ReLeaf Board of Directors Sacramento, Calif. – The California ReLeaf Board of Directors elected its newest member Catherine Martineau at its January meeting.  The election of Ms. Martineau strengthens the Board’s local perspective and connection to the ReLeaf Network, which supports grassroots organizations throughout the state. Martineau is Executive Director of ...
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