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Tree Keepers

Tree Keeper Guide

The Tree Keeper Guide is a MUST READ for all Tree Keepers Leaders to understand the roles and responsibilities of Tree Keepers, as well as policies for food forests in the DUG Network. It’s also the place to bookmark to get quick access to seasonal tips and resources.

Access the Tree Keeper Guide

DUG Online + Tree Keeper Circle

DUG Online is an online forum to meet, exchange ideas, and get troubleshooting tips from other Tree Keepers! Stay in the loop about growing tips, upcoming meetups, and need-to-knows throughout the gardening season.

Join the Tree Keeper Circle

GetConnected

Sign up for DUG’s GetConnected platform to schedule and manage your own volunteer workdays! Watch our video tutorial HERE get started and have a successful community-building season.

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Food forests are one of the most ancient forms of land stewardship, and we are expanding the idea of what an urban garden can be by planting food forests across metro Denver.

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Become a Tree Keeper

Becoming a DUG Tree Keeper doesn’t require any previous experience with taking care of trees; you will be training in pruning, pest management, and general tree health.

To become a Tree Keeper, explore our Food Forest Directory and find which sites need Tree Keepers.

Commitment & Expectations: 

  • At least a two-year commitment
  • 30-60 minutes of work per week, on average
  • Work collaboratively with at least one other Tree Keeper at your food forest site

Support & Training:

  • A bucket of materials
  • Year-round DUG-led workshops and external training offered by The Giving Grove
  • DUG staff volunteer support

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