After 2-Year Hiatus, Kane Co. Earth Day Tree Planting Returns

KANE COUNTY, IL — After a two-year hiatus, the Forest Preserve District of Kane County is planning to bring back its Earth Day tree-planting event.

Volunteers are needed to help plant trees on the east side of Elburn Forest Preserve, at 1N750 Read Street, Elburn, on Saturday, April 23, at 9 a.m. The forest preserve district plans to plant hundreds of trees in a few hours, and is looking for as many helpers as possible.

Holes will be pre-dug, and volunteers will just need to plant the tree, tamp down dirt, add water and mulch. Those stopping out are asked to arrive promptly at 9 a.m. bring

Planting will continue until all trees are in the ground or 12 p.m. — whichever comes first, according to the news release.

This volunteer opportunity is perfect for individuals or groups, families, scouts, youth groups or other organizations. You’re welcome to plant a single tree, or stay and plant as many as you like.

Groups of 10 or more, can contact the volunteer coordinator at 630-762-2741 or volunteer@kaneforest.com to register. Groups of less than 10 do not need to RSVP.