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What
is Global ReLeaf?
Global warming, urban heat islands, and the greenhouse effect are phrases
which dominate the news. American Forests in an effort to address these
issues created a program called Global ReLeaf. Each state was encouraged
to develop a program based on this concept and tailor it to the needs
of the residents. Thus, Global ReLeaf of Michigan, Inc. was created.
Global
ReLeaf of Michigan is a grass roots, volunteer, 501(c)3 not for profit
organization which challenges people everywhere, from citizens to state
leaders to establish goals in:
•Expanding the area of forests, on lands where trees can provide
many benefits, in both urban and rural settings.
•Assuring that all forests are maintained in as productive, healthy
and fast growing condition as possible.
• Enacting effective legislation to address all of these issues
and to research new technologies to address this crisis.
•Global ReLeaf of Michigan's emphasis is to plant trees throughout
all communities. The addition of trees improves the environment, cools
urban heat islands and beautifies our neighborhoods.
How
to Get Involved
Many people from all walks of life are joining together - students,
foresters, aborists, business owners, nursery people, conservation groups
and concerned citizens by actively working with Global ReLeaf of Michigan
to make a difference. Everyone in Michigan can get involved! There are
four Global Releaf actions you can do right now that will make a difference:
•Plant
and care for trees in your yard and your town. You'll find that a "greener"
life is more beautiful, more energy efficient and you'll feel great
doing your part of Global ReLeaf.
•Share your tree knowledge with your community. Every Michigan
city has "missing trees" - trees yet to be planted or trees to be replaced.
Support the national effort and its aggressive public policy campaign
that addresses issues such as reforesting America, energy conservation
and urban beautification with plant materials.
•Become a member of Global ReLeaf of Michigan Inc. Since we rely
exclusively on volunteer efforts to achieve our objectives, we need
your assistance in the areas of donated time, services, planting material
and money. The majority of the money received goes directly into the
purchase of trees. Financial contributions may be tax deductible.
How
Global ReLeaf of Michigan will help with your project
Joint tree plantings are the focus of our activities. Plantings are
scheduled in the spring and fall. Global ReLeaf of Michigan will help
your group with site selection, arrange for the acquisition and delivery
of the plant material, and provide technical assistance and instruction
on the day of the planting. Residents are asked to "adopt" the trees
for a period of two years. This commitment assures that the trees will
be watered and protected during the transplant period. Joint tree plantings
are a great way to get started. Get children involved in learning about
trees and the effect they have on their environment. Neighborhoods and
cities can start beautification projects with tree plantings. Or you
can simply plant a tree in your own yard.
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