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TreesUpstate is a non-profit founded in 2005. Our mission is to plant, promote, and protect trees.

07/28/2026

Today is World Nature Conservation Day!

True conservation means managing our natural resources sustainably so that future generations can thrive. At TreesUpstate, we believe that a healthy, sustainable future is rooted in a strong urban tree canopy.

Trees reduce stormwater runoff, lower energy bills by shading homes, and create vibrant, livable spaces for all of us. And they need our protection and care to survive the challenges of urban development.

You don't need to be an expert to make a difference. Simple actions like supporting local tree-planting initiatives go a long way.

How are you celebrating nature today? Let us know in the comments!

07/03/2026

The forests of South Carolina helped shape our nation's history.

During the Battle of Kings Mountain, Patriot militia from the Carolina backcountry-including men from what is now the Upstate-used the wooded landscape to their advantage. Instead of fighting in traditional European battle lines, they moved from tree to tree, using the forest for cover as they advanced up the mountain.

The strategy worked and that Patriot victory became a turning point in the Revolutionary War.

Our trees and forests continue to provide protection and resilience for us today by filtering drinking water, reducing flooding, cooling our neighborhoods, and creating healthier communities for all of us.

07/01/2026

As we head into Fourth of July weekend, we're sharing some interesting facts about the role of trees in the Revolution. 🌳 🇺🇸

Did you know early South Carolinians didn’t organize the Revolution in secret boardrooms? They gathered right under the branches of massive white oak "Liberty Trees" to fight for freedom.

We want to know: What are your July 4th plans under the trees this weekend? Hammocking or a backyard BBQ? Let us know below!

06/28/2026

Last chance! Today is the final day to save $5 on your TreesUpstate Turkey Day Run registration with code FIRSTBANKBITE.

Don’t miss out on the fun, fitness, and festivities! 🦃🏃‍♀️🌳
Register at TurkeyDay8k.com.

06/22/2026

Registration for the 2026 TreesUpstate Turkey Day Run is NOW OPEN!

Thanks to our presenting sponsors Duke Energy and Piedmont Natural Gas, and our "First Bite" kickoff served up by First Bank! Save $5 when you register June 22–28 using code: FIRSTBANKBITE

Join us Thanksgiving morning for the 8K Run or 5K Run & Walk and support the trees that make the Upstate healthier, cooler, and more beautiful.

06/15/2026

Happy Nature Photography Day! 📸

At TreesUpstate, we are lucky to see the beauty of our region’s trees every single day through our planting work. Today, we want to see that beauty through YOUR lens.

Whether it's a tree you planted or your favorite tree around town, grab your camera or phone, head outside, and capture the beauty of our local trees today.

How to share:
Post your best tree photo from the Upstate today.
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Photography is a powerful tool to remind us why protecting our green spaces matters. 🌳

05/20/2026

Our Volunteer Appreciation Picnic is just 10 days away! Have you RSVP'd yet?

We'd love to celebrate all of TreesUpstate's hardworking volunteers with an afternoon of food and fun.

Let us know you're coming at this link: https://treesupstate.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/treesupstate/event.jsp?event=4&

05/15/2026

Healthy waterways start with healthy tree canopy.

Today, our staff and volunteers planted trees along Long Branch Creek in Greenville. During Drinking Water Week, that work carries an even deeper meaning.

Trees planted along creeks and streambanks help filter pollutants, reduce erosion, absorb stormwater, and protect water quality downstream.

Did you know that the Long Branch Creek feeds to the Reedy River, which eventually supplies Lake Greenwood-a source of drinking water for Greenwood and Laurens County residents?

From Long Branch Creek to many other streambank restoration projects across the Upstate, TreesUpstate is creating cleaner water in our region and for downstream drinking water supplies for other South Carolina communities.

05/07/2026

We made it to the end of planting season! And only because of our amazing volunteers.

Your hard work and dedication made a difference - now it’s time to enjoy good food, great company, and a well-deserved break.

Come out to our Volunteer Appreciation Picnic and let’s celebrate a season of growth and community spirit.

RSVP today: https://bit.ly/4wutnhw;
See you there!

05/06/2026

Currently blooming!

Blue toadflax is native to eastern North America from Ontario east to Nova Scotia and south to Texas and Florida. The annual appears mid spring to late summer, and is a nectar source for bees and butterflies.

What does this have to do with trees, you ask?

TreesUpstate regularly participates in stream bank restoration initiatives. And when the natural structure of a creek is restored, oftentimes native species immediately pop up - their seeds have been laying dormant waiting for an opportunity to grow. These pioneers help stabilize the banks in the short term, allowing the slower-growing, planted shrubs and trees time to settle in for long-term stability.

Address

P. O. Box 9232
Greenville, SC
29607

Website

http://www.treesupstate.org/

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