Local residents are encouraged to join Friends of the Parks of Allen County along with area parks and trails departments for the annual Great Tree Canopy Comeback event on October 17, 2026.
Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation news release:
Great Tree Canopy Comeback
Restoring & growing the urban forestFort Wayne, Indiana (October 12, 2026) – Local residents are encouraged to join Friends of the Parks of Allen County along with area parks and trails departments for the annual Great Tree Canopy Comeback event. It is planned for Saturday, October 17, from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Volunteers will plant trees and remove invasive species which can hinder the growth of native trees. Work will be completed in teams and will vary by location.
Tree planting:
- Gren Park, located at Trinity Blvd and Cambridge Blvd.
- Along the new section of the Pufferbelly Trail. Parking at 328 Ley Rd.
Invasive Species removal:
- Swinney Park East, accessed from West Washington Blvd. west of Thieme Drive
Volunteers are asked to sign up in advance in order to receive additional details and so that sufficient supplies are available. Those who can help as needed at any of the sites are highly valued. To sign up to volunteer, please complete the form: https://bit.ly/GreatTreeCanopy.
It is the mission of the Friends of the Parks of Allen County to promote stewardship and celebration of the scenic, historic and recreational resources of the parks and public spaces in Fort Wayne and Allen County, Indiana.
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