Summary
Organization name
Tree Trust
Categories
Education, Environment, Economic Development
Address
1419 Energy Park DriveSt. Paul, MN 55108
Meet Melanie! Melanie heard about Tree Trust's Branches program while exploring careers where she could contribute positively to the environment. Branches is a Career Pathways program offering young people paid training to develop transferrable professional skills and technical landscaping and tree care skills. For Melanie, it was a perfect fit!
Melanie didn’t grow up in a family that routinely used power tools. She was initially intimidated by chainsaws, skid steers, Dingos (compact utility loaders) and even lawnmowers. But she quickly gained confidence through the hands-on training that the Branches trainers provided.
In addition to learning to use the tools, Melanie also learned tree identification and pruning techniques along with practical skills like how to attach a trailer and understand utility markings. And beyond the practical aspects of tree care, Melanie has developed a sincere appreciation for the value of trees. She is passionate about ensuring we have a vibrant and resilient urban forest.
During her Branches training, Melanie shared how empowering it was to both climb a tree and fell a tree for the first time. These experiences were so empowering that, after completing the Branches program, Melanie pursued a job in the tree care industry. She is currently training to be a climbing arborist at Davey Expert Tree Company.
Your gift today will transform lives and landscapes, just like Melanie is doing!
All donations are 100% tax-deductible. Our federal EIN: 41-1291626.
Organization name
Tree Trust
Categories
Education, Environment, Economic Development
Address
1419 Energy Park Drive