56. Branching Out: Touring the Trees Brookland Can't Live Without.

Branching Out: Touring the Trees Brookland Can't Live Without.

Tour description:

Join DC Department of Transportation's Urban Forestry unit and Casey Trees for an immersive walking tour spotlighting the vital role trees play in Washington, DC's urban environment. Our guides will lead you through Brookland, highlighting the city's diverse tree species, their unique characteristics and their incredible ecosystem services. You'll learn how these living giants combat pollution, manage stormwater, cool the city and improve air quality, all while uncovering how your actions can ensure the urban forest's lasting survival.

Tour Guide: Alexander Grieve; Tree tour guides

Ward: 5

TOUR INFORMATION:

Tour Starting Location:

Casey Trees Headquarters

3030 12th Street, NE, Washington, DC 20017

Meet outside the building.

· Closest Metro or Bus Line: Brookland-Catholic University

· Tour Ending Location: Casey Trees Headquarters: 3030 12th St NE, Washington, DC 20017

· Tour Length: 2 hours

· Tour Distance: 3 miles

· Fitness Level: Low Level (slow walking, flat terrain)

· Audio Enhancer: No

· ASL: No

· Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

· Stroller Accessible: Yes