Q. What’s the process for getting a replacement tree?
A. It’s a three-step process!

1. Take down your tree properly. You can find helpful resources below. Make sure to take pictures!

2. Fill out the application.

3. Attend the Invasive Tree Replacement event on from 9am to noon on Saturday, October 26 at Winslow Woods Shelter House (2120 S Highland Ave, Bloomington, IN 47401) to pick up your new tree.

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Q. How many trees can I get?
A. One tree per address.

 

Q. Even if I remove multiple invasive trees?
A. We appreciate your enthusiasm for the program, but we want to make sure more people have access to free, native trees!

 

Q. Do I have to take the tree down myself? Can I hire someone? Will you reimburse me?
A. No, you don’t have to take the tree down by yourself. You can hire an ISA-certified arborist or trusted landscaping company to remove the tree for you. (Find an arborist near you using this tool.) Just make sure to take before and after pictures for your application! Unfortunately, this is not a reimbursement program.

 

Q. What if I recently removed my tree?
A. As long as you have before and after photos, you are eligible to receive a free replacement tree.

 

Q. What species are available?
A. We will have:

• Tulip poplar

• American sycamore

• Swamp white oak

• Cherrybark oak

• Baldcypress

• Redbud

• Overcup oak

• Northern red oak

• Black oak

• Swamp chestnut oak

• Chestnut oak

• Bur oak

 

Quantities will vary! Trees will be first-come, first-serve at the event.

 

Q. I don’t live in Bloomington. Can I still participate?
A. Unfortunately, no. We hope to offer this program more widely in the near future. You can stay up to date on all things Community & Urban Forestry by signing up for our newsletter.

 

Have a question that isn’t answered here? Email mgullion@dnr.in.gov