Forests for Watertown
Welcome!
Our mission is to strategically plant and care for trees in heat-affected areas, working with the community to make a lasting impact.
What we’re working on
Featured Projects
Some projects continue from last year and others are starting this year.
Our First Forest at J.R. Lowell Elementary
Ongoing project
Community-planted in October 2024 – ongoing maintenance and nature study.
Heat-Island Neighborhoods
New project
Talking with the hottest spots in Watertown about heat relief and trees.
Planting & Care Resources
Ongoing project
We’re growing a library of links to resources for forest-makers.
Take Action
Want to help out?
If you’re an individual or family…
If you’re an organization…
Thanks to Our Partners
We’ve been working most closely with these folks.
Watertown Community Gardens
Empowering people to grow their own food, promoting environmental stewardship, and cultivating community through gardening.
Friends of Bees
Educating about and advocating for native bees, Monarch butterflies, and other pollinators.
… City, Schools, and Community!
Watertown’s first Miyawaki forest was planted with the help of hundreds of Community volunteers, support from Watertown Schools and the JR Lowell Elementary School in particular, and the generous help of the City of Watertown, especially the City Councilors, Sustainability Team, and Forestry Department.
Our Sponsors
We have been very fortunate!
Bosch Community Fund
The BCF focuses on the enrichment of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education and advancing environmental sustainability initiatives.
Watertown Community Foundation
Our community outreach and nature events are funded in part by the Watertown Community Foundation.
Donors like You
Modest donations from generous Watertown neighbors make many events much more enjoyable.
Your input helps us grow.
We’d love to hear from you — what are your thoughts? How can we have a bigger, better impact in Watertown? What information or events do you want more of?