Natural areas in cities may sound like a contradiction of terms. However, they are essential to the quality of life in urban areas. Wooded areas in and around our communities offer recreation, health benefits, a refuge for wildlife, and a wide range of environmental services. Whether they are small parcels on scraps of unbuildable land or large forested areas such as Bellevue’s Urban Forest near Seattle, their importance is immense — and too often undervalued. Read More: Tree Cities of…
Urban and Community Forestry
Saving Natural Areas In Our Communities: 5 Cities Doing It Right
By Arbor Day Foundation | May 20, 2021