The tree warden scheme helps people to look after their
local trees and woods. It is run nationally by the
Tree
Council charity and co-ordinated locally in North Somerset
by a management committee, which includes North Somerset Council’s
tree officers.
Tree wardens are volunteers who are passionate about trees,
their local environment and local community. Tree wardens are
supported by the committee, and will be provided with advice
and guidance, information and training.
Tree wardens will:
- be the eyes and ears for their neighbourhood's trees;
- play an active role in protecting and improving their local
trees;
- report to the parish or town council;
- provide a link with North Somerset Council tree officers;
- engage their local community, neighbours, schools and other
groups to plant and care for trees;
- work in whatever way they choose, and fit the work they do
within their abilities and around their other commitments;
- not need to be an expert as they will be provided with support
and training;
- need to be passionate about trees, their local
environment and local community.
Why our communities benefit from having tree
wardens
Trees are a precious part of
North Somerset’s natural heritage and landscape. If future
generations are to enjoy their beauty and variety we must care for
those we have and find ways to plant more. Communities have
everything to gain from protecting and improving their own
surroundings, and a tree warden can help make this happen.
Our aim is for every parish and town council to have its
own active tree warden, with more in our urban areas.
For more information visit the pages below, or contact our
tree
officers.
