Oak Ridge Tree Tour

12/06/2025

Several Tree Tour committee members met for a gathering December 4th in Springfield. The group is working towards compiling recorded and written statements full of history & story sharing about the tour and it's rich history. We will keep you posted with updates soon! Feel free to drop your favorite memories of the tour here in the comments.

Don't forget to check out the website for information on how to Adopt A Tree and help to continue Guy's mission at Oak Ridge.

10/31/2025

10/20/2025

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us Saturday for the Tree Tour at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Springfield..

It was a beautiful day to explore the rich history and take in the incredible variety of trees growing across the property!!

We're excited to announce the WINNER of our Oak Tree Giveaway, from Guy Sternberg’s collection at StarHill Forest Arboretum, Trisha Q. from Dawson. 🌳

Thank you again to everyone who came out to celebrate these magnificent trees with us — your enthusiasm helps keep our community growing strong, one tree at a time. 💚

10/19/2025

Huge THANK YOU to everyone for coming out and attending the 2025 Tour yesterday. Shout out to all of the vendors, committee members & volunteers for a great event! Feel free to share your pics in the comments too!!

10/18/2025

Hey everybody!! Today is the day! The team is beginning setup and we cant wait to welcome you to today's Tour 🌳 See you starting at 1p!!

10/17/2025

We are so excited to see everyone THIS Saturday! The tour will go on rain or shine. Come out early and walk with us!! We start at 1p and are ready to welcome you!

10/11/2025

Did you grab the latest copy of the Illinois Times yet ?? There a great full page article about the tour this week!! Be sure to check it out 🌳

The public will have one last chance to take part in the popular annual tree tour at Oak Ridge Cemetery on Saturday, Oct. 18. This year’s tour, from 1-4 p.m., will feature the Grand Valley, a rolling expanse at the south side of the cemetery. There are no graves due to the terrain, providing a [.....

09/24/2025

Hey everyone! Tune in to NPR Illinois 91.9 UIS Wednesday, Sept 24th at noon to Community Voices! Our very own board member Pam VanAlstine will be on the show talking about this year's tour!!

The Capital’s Community and News Service since 1975

08/26/2025

Excited to see the changes in 7 weeks for our tree tour Saturday, October 18 1-4pm

07/30/2025

Do you ever find yourself wondering what to do around Springfield?? Check out the Visit Springfield webpage for super resource of all kinds of fun local events. You'll even find our event there!! visitspringfieldillinois.com

07/12/2025

We had a great orientation today with the first group of our tree tour volunteers led by Guy Sternberg. We can't wait to host you in October!! Mark your calendars now 🌳 Drop a comment to say Thanks! to our dedicated volunteers!

04/23/2025

Hey Arborists! Did you know you can receive 3 hours of FREE CEUs by attending? Check it out!
Give Guy a call with questions. (info in flyer)