OCF Training Workshops

May 2007, Spanish pruning workshop.

Do you love trees? If so, Our City Forest can nurture your passion through the variety of Training Workshops we offer to the community. Check the Events Calendar for upcoming event listings.

Tree Amigo Volunteer Training

Our City Forest's Tree Amigo volunteer training courses are run 1-2 times per year. There are eight 2-3-hour classes totaling 19 hours. Visit our calendar for dates and times. Those completing the 19-hour training will become certified to coach volunteers at neighborhood and school tree plantings sponsored by Our City Forest. See here for more information. To register, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call (408) 99-TREES x6.

Young Tree Pruning

We offer Pruning Workshops periodically, and as part of the Tree Amigo training. Hands-on instruction is provided on how to perform early prunings for young shade trees. The workshop is a free educational service provided by Our City Forest to the South Bay Community. Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call (408) 99-TREES x6 for more information.

Additional Educational Opportunities

San José Tree Tours
Enjoy a leisurely walk while learning about trees. This free educational tour includes the San José State University campus and the San Jose Civic Center area. Tours are held monthly and by request. To sign up, call (408) 99-TREES x6.  For more information, click here.