This TWO-PART Tree Tender course from Tree Pittsburgh teaches about trees in urban or built-up environments - collectively termed the urban forest. Specifically, the curriculum covers tree biology and benefits, tree identification for beginners, tree planting, tree care and pruning, and how to get involved in efforts to protect and grow your patch of the urban forest.  

All Pitt employees and students can become a Tree Tender for free. After you do, Pitt Sustainability asks that you commit to volunteering yearly to help maintain street trees in Oakland in partnership with Oakland Planning and Development Corporation and/or in your home neighborhood. 

You must attend both sessions to become certified, Tuesday, November 11, 2025 @ 9:00 AM - noon AND Thursday, Nov 13, 2025 @ 9:00 AM - noon.

Please register as space is limited.