Urban Food

Creating sustainable urban food forests through education and research.

A field of young evergreen trees organized in neat rows, surrounded by lush greenery and under a bright sky. The trees are well-maintained and lined with a path of grass running through the center.
A field of young evergreen trees organized in neat rows, surrounded by lush greenery and under a bright sky. The trees are well-maintained and lined with a path of grass running through the center.
Tree Seedlings

Propagating native tree fruit and nut seedlings for research.

A dense green plantation with young plants in the foreground. There are mature trees with tall, slender trunks in the background. The image conveys a feeling of abundance and growth, with natural, earthy tones dominating the scene.
A dense green plantation with young plants in the foreground. There are mature trees with tall, slender trunks in the background. The image conveys a feeling of abundance and growth, with natural, earthy tones dominating the scene.
Internship Program

Providing high school students with hands-on learning opportunities.

A densely wooded area with a mix of tree species. The focus is on a single tree with sparse branches covered in lichen, surrounded by lush green foliage. Tall trees in the background give the impression of a healthy, thriving forest environment.
A densely wooded area with a mix of tree species. The focus is on a single tree with sparse branches covered in lichen, surrounded by lush green foliage. Tall trees in the background give the impression of a healthy, thriving forest environment.
A large tree with a thick trunk and dense canopy of green leaves is surrounded by lush greenery and small plants on the ground. In the background, a structure with a corrugated metal roof is partially visible through the foliage. The scene is filled with vegetation, indicating a natural, forested environment.
A large tree with a thick trunk and dense canopy of green leaves is surrounded by lush greenery and small plants on the ground. In the background, a structure with a corrugated metal roof is partially visible through the foliage. The scene is filled with vegetation, indicating a natural, forested environment.
Cancer Research

Supporting cancer research through native tree propagation initiatives.

Educational Outreach

Engaging the community in sustainable practices and education.

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A freshly cut tree trunk with visible growth rings is surrounded by both green and brown leaves, indicating a mix of healthy and dried foliage. The background is dense with other greenery, creating a natural forest setting.
A freshly cut tree trunk with visible growth rings is surrounded by both green and brown leaves, indicating a mix of healthy and dried foliage. The background is dense with other greenery, creating a natural forest setting.

Gallery

Showcasing our native trees and educational internship opportunities.

Tall pine trees grow closely together, forming a dense forest canopy with a wooden structure, possibly a cabin or viewing platform, on the left side. Green underbrush and ferns fill the lower part of the scene, adding vibrant color to the natural setting. The sky is visible through the treetops.
Tall pine trees grow closely together, forming a dense forest canopy with a wooden structure, possibly a cabin or viewing platform, on the left side. Green underbrush and ferns fill the lower part of the scene, adding vibrant color to the natural setting. The sky is visible through the treetops.
A dense forest scene with a variety of tall pine trees and two small saplings in the foreground surrounded by grass and fallen twigs. The forest floor is covered with dry pine needles and scattered green plants.
A dense forest scene with a variety of tall pine trees and two small saplings in the foreground surrounded by grass and fallen twigs. The forest floor is covered with dry pine needles and scattered green plants.
Nurture

Empowering students through tree farming, propagation, and research.

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