Harrodsburg Tree Board

10/14/2026

Another Great Tree Week Event! 🌳
A big thank you to Mercer County Cooperative Extension- Horticulture for hosting a fantastic “How to Kill a Tree” training today!

We especially want to recognize Jessica Bessin, Mercer County Horticulture Agent and a valued member of the Harrodsburg Tree Board. Jessica's years of dedication, expertise, and passion for trees have made a lasting impact on our community. We are so grateful for all she does! 💚🌿

🌳 UP NEXT: The Big Spring Tree Walk & Volunteer Tree Care!

📅 Tomorrow, Thursday, October 15th
🕔 5:00 PM
📍 The Big Spring – Harrodsburg, KY

Join us for an evening exploring the trees of The Big Spring! We'll focus on tree identification, interesting facts, and the historical and cultural significance of trees in our community. We'll also spend some time giving these trees a little TLC through volunteer tree care!

Come learn something new, enjoy the outdoors, and help us celebrate Harrodsburg's urban forest!

🌿 We hope to see you there! 🌳

10/14/2026

Another opportunity to explore Tree Week in Kentucky!

Don't forget to register for our webinars for Tree Week!

Trees do more than provide shade. They support wildlife, protect water quality, and shape the landscapes we love. Celebrate Tree Week 2026 by joining our free forestry webinar series October 12-16. Whether you're a woodland owner, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about Kentucky's natural resources, there's something for everyone. Go to UK Forestry dot org to register or scan the QR code.

10/14/2026

What a great evening celebrating Harrodsburg Tree Week! 🌳

We had an excellent time last night learning about TreesLouisville, urban landscapes, tree selection, proper planting and maintenance, and the importance of volunteerism in growing healthier urban forests.

A huge thank you to Mike Hayman for sharing his knowledge, experience, and passion for trees with our community! 🌿

🌳 Our next Tree Week event is TODAY, October 14th!
"How to Kill a Tree" 🌳
📍 Mercer County Extension Office
🕛 12:00 Noon
Join us for an informative session on common practices that can harm trees and how to avoid them!
We hope to see you there! 💚

10/12/2026

Special thanks to Keith Rightmyer for documenting our successful Tree Week kickoff! Thank you all volunteers!

10/12/2026

🌳 Harrodsburg Tree Week is off to a great start! 🌳

We had a wonderful turnout for our Tree Week Proclamation and Kickoff Event at Veterans Park this past Saturday!

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out to celebrate, especially our amazing volunteers who helped plant one serviceberry tree and two oakleaf hydrangeas! 🌱🌸 Your support and dedication help us grow a greener, healthier Harrodsburg!

🌳 Tree Week celebrations continue! We hope to see you at our next event:

📅 Tuesday, October 13th at 6:30 PM

📍 Mercer County Public Library

🍃 Mike Hayman Presents: "Trees for Urban Sites"

Join us for an informative evening learning more about trees and their place in our urban landscapes!

Thank you again to everyone who helped make our kickoff a success. We look forward to seeing you at more Tree Week events!

💚 Growing a Greener Harrodsburg: Trees for Health, Wildlife, and Community!

09/30/2026

Join the Harrodsburg Tree Board for a variety of volunteer and educational events to celebrate Harrodsburg's 1st ever TREE WEEK!!!! This is your opportunity to make a difference in your community, learn about native trees, local parks, and tree care. We hope to see you there. Tree Planting & Tree Week Proclamation Mike Hayman Presents: "Trees For Urban Sites" "How To Kill A Tree" The Big Spring tree walk & volunteer tree care:

08/17/2026

Monthly tree board meeting this evening at 5:00 PM at the Mercer County UK Extension Office. These meetings are open to the public, we would love to see you there!

08/14/2026

Join us at our booth at Pioneer Days! We will also be leading tree identification walks at Fort Harrod Friday and Saturday at 6:00 PM! We hope to see you there!