In the fall of 2014, feeling fairly intimidated, slightly inadequate, but even more excited, I decided to take a leap. Or more appropriate for this audience – I decided to “branch out.” The Communication-and-Spanish-Major-Turned-Certified-Arborist submitted an application to join the Lincoln, Nebraska Community Forestry Advisory Board! I waited for what felt like an eternity to hear back—in reality, six days—but it finally showed up. An email from the mayor’s office saying I made the team. Yes, THE MAYOR! I know…
Tree City USA Urban and Community Forestry
What I Learned as a Tree Board Member
By Mary Sweeney | September 23, 2016