#NewPublication - Social-ecological research in urban natural areas: an emergent process for integration go.usa.gov/xQv9E

#NewPublication - Urban vacant land typology: A tool for managing urban vacant land go.usa.gov/xQevK

Urban forester Jamie King is an alum of the Virginia Tech urban forestry program. Doing great work in Roanoke City. roanoke.com/life/columns_a…

Have a few minutes and want to learn more about trees? Listen to our #TAK podcasts with Paul Johnson at bit.ly/1emmRB7.

Wondering how the #TrumpBudget will affect forests across the nation? Read our response to the release of the President's FY19 budget proposal: ow.ly/jMRz30iqvv0

Join us March 7th to discuss root issues and management at the Roanoke Tree Care Workshop! Register at treesvirginia.org/events

The VA Department of Forestry is offering a 50% cost-share program to help landowners and organizations treat their Ash trees to prevent death by EAB. Download the PDF describing the process from the Forest Health section here: dof.virginia.gov/health/index.h….

Urban forests influence public health, the environment and economy. x.com/VA_Naturalists…

The 2018 Roanoke Tree Care Workshop has begun! Thanks Dr Susan Day. #treesva

Stressed at work? Find out about how urban forests promote healthy workplaces: bit.ly/2FS7C4v #WellnessWednesday #HealthyTreesHealthyLives

As cities grow, we must bring the forest into our midst -- or pay up buff.ly/2u6stMK

Did you know that spending time with #trees is proven to decrease stress-causing hormones? Urban forestry can benefit mental health outcomes - happy trees anyone? #HealthyTreesHealthyLives #IntlForestDay

“A healthy and well-managed urban forest can help reduce some of the environmental issues associated with urbanization ... , and ultimately help people living within and around #urban areas.” ~Dave Nowak go.usa.gov/xQqTV #QualityOfLife #HumanHeatlh

Trees restore hope. They filter water pollution, sequester carbon, prevent erosion, absorb flood waters, shelter wildlife and more. Celebrate #EarthMonth by becoming a monthly donor and help us ensure everyone can experience the benefits of trees: ow.ly/lpCf30jiuri

Urban forests are often misunderstood. #DYK that all the trees in your community collectively are considered urban forests? Learn more: bit.ly/2EAXSas #healthytreeshealthylives

City parks are a crucial urban infrastructure. #HealthyTreesHealthyLiveshttps://www.cityparksalliance.org/action-center/city-parks-americas-new-infrastructure

Forests are the lungs of our land, purifying the air and giving fresh strength to our people. ~Franklin D. Roosevelt #quote #AirQualityAwarenessWeek

What trees to plant for a changing climate? There's a lot of uncertainty, but scientists can agree on one answer: **lots**. bit.ly/2JIE9rY

Getting outdoors is proven to improve health as well as educational outcomes for our kids. House Committee on Natural Resources Natural Resources Democrats - invest in the future of our children by supporting #EveryKidOutdoors! Outdoors Alliance for Kids