Become a Lead Volunteer
Are you 18+ years of age and have an interest in helping at tree planting events? You can qualify to become a Lead Volunteer!
These special group leaders help train others and supervise tree plantings at events throughout the year. Gain valuable leadership and arboriculture experience, meet like-minded tree lovers, and grow Nashville’s tree canopy with us.
You’ll get the inside scoop on the world of Urban Forestry, a unique and engaging science that helps us determine where to plant, what to plant, and how to best maintain a diverse and resilient urban tree canopy.
How Do I Become a Lead Volunteer?
After attending a community event with NTF as a volunteer, such as a school planting or Tree Adoption, you are invited to register for our Lead Volunteer workshop! All levels of arboriculture experience are welcome. We recommend a donation of $15 for workshop attendance to help us cover event costs.
Our workshops introduce to the history and mission of Nashville Tree Foundation, our planting and maintenance procedures, and guide you through the certification process. Once completed, new lead volunteers are qualified to step in at any of our events. NTF’s planting season runs from September to March, but tree care and adoption events occur all year.
