We’re happy you’re here! The Urban & Community Forestry Society (UCFS), is an international community dedicated to helping you grow as a professional so that you can grow and maintain more trees. When we do this together, we create healthy communities for people and planet. The work you do is vital, unique, and needed more than ever. Join the UCFS today so you can connect with key learnings, grow as a professional, and network with people who understand you and your work.
Members get access to the exclusive UCFS Membership Hub where they can use the Mentor Quick Match tool, going groups, access the Discussion Forum, and more!
Got a question? One of us is sure to have an answer. Learn from the best to become the best. Have some years under your belt? Lend your knowledge to your fellow members so we can all grow.
Great minds think alike, and with over 2,100 great minds in the industry to get to know, you’re bound to find a good friend or two.
Whether you’re just sprouting in the industry or you have your roots firmly planted in forestry, UCFS Programs offer a wide range of opportunities to grow alongside your fellow forestry professionals.
Members get exclusive discounts on our conferences and training programs.
With so many members, there’s a lot of knowledge to go around! Connect with fellow arborists and learn from each other, so we can all grow together.
Our Municipal Arborist Mentoring Program is a unique opportunity to teach and learn alongside budding professionals so you can help the future of our industry grow.
Get in on the action early! As a member, you can reserve your spot at our conferences ahead of time.
UCFS members get discounts on registration to our annual conference.
We want to hear from you! Tell us about your case studies, research, and strategies. We know how much experience you have and want to hear your voice!
Although our members and their extensive knowledge are spread all over the world, you don’t have to travel to learn! With your UCFS membership, you get access to monthly virtual Learning Series workshops and townhalls, with some even offering CEUs.
The opportunities for growth are endless. From learning opportunities to training programs, you can advance your career from your computer.
Need to branch out to get your name out there? Advertise your services in the City Trees Publication to expand your outreach.
We love to highlight folks who are doing great things in the world of urban forestry. Will you be the next member to be featured?
If you make or support a daily tree stewardship decision, you belong at the Urban and Community Forestry Society. Review the membership options below, click the link, and fill out the form to complete your members.
We’re excited to welcome you as a member today!
Monday, November 17 from 1:00-4:00pm
To join us, add the tour with your registration!
Join the Urban and Community Forestry Society (UCFS) and the City of Henderson Parks and Recreation for a half-day bus tour exploring how urban forestry practices are evolving to meet the challenges of a hotter, drier climate. This tour is designed for practitioners, planners, and policymakers interested in practical, replicable strategies for building climate-resilient urban landscapes with limited water resources.
Throughout the tour, we’ll explore how cities can proactively adapt to aridification by redesigning public spaces, rethinking irrigation systems, and collaborating across departments and with community partners. Expect a balance of big-picture strategy and actionable detail.
Featured Tour Stops and Highlights:
🌿 Turf Removal & Tree Replacement at Community Parks
See how traditional grass lawns are being replaced with water-smart landscapes by the City of Henderson. At one park site, learn how a communication challenge over tree removals evolved into a model of public engagement, resulting in more—and better—trees planted with long-term resilience in mind.
🦉 Bird Preserve and Partnership with Audubon Society
Explore a vibrant bird preserve developed through a partnership between the City of Henderson and the local Audubon Society. Discover how external collaborations can unlock funding (including grants) and expand habitat while boosting urban canopy goals.
🚧 Street Diet and Green Infrastructure
Visit a transformed urban street where pavement removal made way for tree planting pits and green infrastructure. This site demonstrates how every tree in Henderson is planted with a sustainable irrigation plan—and how all cities can innovate in the right-of-way.
💧 Irrigation Systems & Incentive Programs
Get practical insights on installing and maintaining efficient irrigation systems in challenging settings. Learn how internal and external partnerships (including with the Southern Nevada Water Authority) are creating incentives that drive real change toward water-wise tree planting and landscaping.
What You’ll Take Home:
Special Guests:
We’ll be joined on the tour by guest speakers from the, local Audubon Society, City of Henderson Sustainability Office and the Southern Nevada Water Authority, who will share insider perspectives on interagency collaboration and the mechanics of water incentive programs.
