During fall of 2012, Master Naturalists began looking at the trees and plants that line the Greenway trails. Remarking on the density of privet, an invasive, non-native shrub, they decided their next community project would be educational. In a series of field trips, MNEVs identified several native tree species.Then they began researching the ecological and historical significance of each tree.
MNEVs distilled their research findings into a series of storyboards that illustrate growth habits of each species, examples of wildlife that rely on them for food and shelter, and historic uses of the various tree products.
The storyboards, are sponsored by local businesses and philanthropists.
Mounted on posts near actual specimens, the signs allow visitors to admire the trees and simultaneously learn more about them.
In order to cover material and incidental installation costs the Forsyth County Master Naturalists are selling sign sponsorships. Call the Forsyth County Extension Office at 770-887-2418 for pricing or additional information regarding sponsoring a sign.
We would like to thank all those who have sponsored a tree sign for the Greenway.