Miantonomi Park Reforestation

In 2019, in collaboration with The Newport Health Equity Zone, and local volunteers, the Newport Tree Conservancy planted 30 new native trees; a combination of Rhode Island’s State Tree, red maple (Acer rubrum), tamarack (Larix laricina) & yellow birch (Betula alleghaniensis).

Progressing towards a sustainable and re-balanced forest, Newport Tree Conservancy volunteers and fellow organizations planted an additional 60 trees in October of 2020, for a total of 90 that year. A new group of over 100 indigenous trees were planted in October 2021 and in 2022. These new trees will help to stabilize current conditions in the woodlands providing competition to the invasive species. Newport Public Services Department will continue the intensive mowing program, suppressing the invasive species as well.

To date, we have planted over 300 new trees in the park’s woodlands and we look forward to watching them grow for future generations of park-goers to enjoy! Tools will be provided. Bring your own gloves if possible. Registration is required. T-shirts and refreshments will be provided.

Host or Publisher Newport Tree Conservancy