Forestry

Learn about forests and how they contribute to people and wildlife.

Create a project plan and record your project successes.  

Community Forests​

This lesson serves as an introduction for several concepts associated with urban forestry. It introduces the concept of a community forest, which is implemented by students who apply knowledge gained through the learning experience in a practical way. ​

Project Events and Activities (Regional, State, and National)

Additional Resources

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Service Project Ideas

  • Teach younger children how to make pine cone bird feeders.
  • Make and display posters about environmental science and conservation.
  • Set up a recycling box for aluminum cans.
  • Raise a goldfish with students in a daycare — teach them how to care for their fish.
  • Teach a hunter safety course.
  • Have a fishing contest to raise money for a local charity.
  • Organize a river cleanup day.
  • Help senior citizens make Christmas ornaments from used items (such as bottles or lightbulbs).
  • Help neighbors create a compost pile.
  • Sponsor a program to take kids on “a day in the woods.”