The Tree Council of Ireland is a voluntary non-governmental organisation which was formed in 1985, to promote the planting, care and conservation of trees in both urban and rural areas.



It is the umbrella body linking together 50 organisations connected by their appreciation of trees, and it aims to foster a tree and wood culture among Irish people.



The aims of the Tree Council are:



- To promote the conservation, planting and maintenance of trees.



- To act as a forum for organisations concerned with trees and to provide initiatives for co-operation.



- To disseminate knowledge about trees and their care.



Mission:



‘Fostering a tree culture in Ireland through action and awareness’



Main Objectives



Action:



The Council is responsible for a range of tree planting and conservation programmes, organises seminars and workshops. In addition the Council co-operates with organisations and local authorities in urban tree projects and manages a major woodland project in Baltrath Wood, Co Meath



Awareness:



Includes educational programmes, which aim to foster a tree and woodland culture especially among our young people. We achieve this through a series of tree projects and events.