In honor of Earth Day on April 22nd and Arbor Day on April 29th, plant an oak sapling and restore the canopy!

Free to our residents so come on by! Courtesy of Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Chicago’s Restore the Canopy program.

The tree population has been decimated by emerald ash borer infestations and extreme weather. Not only do trees provide a beautiful green canopy for our community, they are a powerful and effective form of green infrastructure. A medium-sized oak tree can help prevent flooding by absorbing 2,800 gallons of rainfall per year.

Come on down to the Public Works Building at Village Hall to pick up your oak sapling! Saplings are available on a first-come, first-served basis. We kindly ask to please take only one as there are limited amount for our residents.

Hear President Brian Cecola’s message!

Download a care guide here!

What kind of trees are offered in 2022?