Nyack Community Tree Project
The Nyack Community Tree Project is an initiative to expand and maintain a healthy forest in Nyack --one that is diverse, abundant, and resilient. The project is run by local volunteers, with support and funding from the Village of Nyack and public donations to the Nyack Park Conservancy Tree Fund.
Since 2016, the Tree Project has planted approximately 300 trees along village streets and in Memorial Park. Volunteers of all ages participate in spring and fall planting events and help to maintain the trees through the year by monitoring, mulching, and pruning.
Free Trees for Front Yards In many places along Nyack's streets there just isn't enough room for trees along the sidewalk or under the power lines. The Village of Nyack's Front Yard Tree Planting Program offers free trees to qualifying residents with yards that have adequate space for healthy trees to grow near the sidewalk and street.
At your request, a Village representative will come to see whether your front yard is eligible and determine what kinds of trees would be appropriate. On planting day in the fall or spring, volunteers will prepare planting sites and plant the trees according to best practices and under the supervision of the Tree Project team members. Trees will be mulched and supplied with 20 gallon watering bags. Property owners agree to take full responsibility for the trees after planting.
Benefits of Trees
Trees provide cooling shade and beauty along our streets. Properly placed, they significantly reduce building energy costs and help manage stormwater runoff. Trees increase residential property values and enhance commercial districts. Properly cared for, they are valuable and growing assets worth well more than the investment.
Donations from individuals and businesses help us to do much more.
To learn more, contact the Nyack Tree Project:
