Trees Atlanta

It’s October! 🎃🍁🦇 We have so many great events planned for you this month, including volunteer projects, tree plantings, arboretum tours, and more!

Check out our full Calendar of Events: https://www.treesatlanta.org/get-involved/events/

September Tree of the Month: Common Pawpaw (Asimina triloba)

The common pawpaw is one of North America’s most overlooked native fruit trees. Standing at up to 40 feet tall, this humble understory tree thrives widely across the east coast and even as far west as Texas.

The fruit, when ripe, is tropically sweet and soft, fitting right in as the northernmost member of the Annonaceae or Custard Apple family. The pawpaw’s more commonly known family members include soursop and the sugar apple which are native to Central America and the Caribbean.

Next time you see one, consider trying one of these overlooked treasures!

Urban Forestry Career Pathways (UFOR) is a ten-week, paid, on-the-job training program for young adults who want to enter the green workforce. Be a part of the next cohort. Apply now, the deadline for Cohort 10 applications is Fri. Sept 25. Info at: www.treesatlanta.org/urban-forestry-career-pathways/

Congratulations to UFOR Cohort 9 who completed their coursework on Friday. Already, five graduates in Cohort 9 have received and accepted job offers, including roles at the Atlanta Botanical Garden, Cobb County Watershed, Trees Atlanta, and Aon (a benefits firm). All graduates receive continued job placement assistance. Each “graduation” day marks successes like this! We celebrate the hard work of the trainees and wish them continued growth and success in their new career pathways!

UFOR is funded through a grant from U.S. Forest Service, and is made possible through a partnership of Trees Atlanta, Atlanta Center for Self Sufficiency (ACSS), Birds Georgia, and Atlanta Beltline.

"The Oak King reminds Jo Rytter of her daughter, she said. In some cultures, an oak tree is referred to as a giving tree, since it provides so much sustenance for other creatures. "

The big event is Saturday on the Westside Trail stepping off at Adair Park. If you want to walk in the parade and need a lantern, join us earlier at the Lantern Parade Procrastination Station at the TreeHouse. Please tell us you are coming by registering on our website.

Look in comments for a great AJC article about the Lantern Parade featuring Chantelle Rytter and Krewe of the Grateful Gluttons, as well as the link to register for Procrastination Station.

Glow on!

Today is National Pawpaw Day! To celebrate, we’re breaking down the important facts you should know about one of Georgia’s most fascinating native fruit trees, where to find them, and how to store and prepare their delicious fruit.

Check out the blog to learn more about this awesome species https://www.treesatlanta.org/news/a-sweet-surprise-the-overlooked-pawpaw-trees-of-georgia/

Our 2026 Junior TreeKeeper Camp has wrapped up for the year!

Over 8 weeks nearly 400 campers explored Atlanta’s urban forest through a multitude of fun adventures throughout the Atlanta Beltline Arboretum and city parks to connect with nature and learn valuable environmental stewardship skills.

This summer was so much fun for our campers, and we can't wait for next year!

Read for about summer camp 2026 at https://www.treesatlanta.org/news/junior-treekeeper-summer-camp-2026/