The Lynnfield Tree Committee is an advisory board to the Town's boards and commissions. The Committee is comprised of town residents who are interested in volunteering to enhance the town's ability to address environmental concerns, promote sustainable practices, and further the shared goals of conservation and education.
The Tree Committee's goals include the protection and restoration of Lynnfield's natural tree resources which provide shade and ornamentation to our streets, create habitats for wildlife, enhance property values, and provide natural privacy. The Tree Committee also seeks to educate the community about the environmental importance of Lynnfield's trees which provide cleaner air, decreased noise, climate control, and flood prevention. They also assist the Tree Warden in compliance with the Mass. Public Shade Tree Bylaw.
As a result of its work, the Committee has been designated as an Arbor Day Foundation Tree City and is a recipient of its prestigious Growth Award. Each year the Committee hosts the annual Arbor Day Celebration events. Moreover, the Committee has been instrumental in advancing for and successfully implementing local bylaws, such as the Scenic Roads Bylaw and the Tree Preservation Bylaw, both of which play an important role in preserving the natural beauty of Lynnfield and promoting responsible tree management.
The Committee connects with the public with various tree-related activities, including tree planting, educational programs, public exhibits, information booths, and a digital media presence.
The Tree Committee is thrilled you can join us on Squeaky the Squirrel’s Great Green Quest. Explore Lynnfield's natural outdoor spaces on this journey. For your safety, please be aware of ticks, stinging/biting insects, and plants like poison ivy/oak, as they can cause allergic reactions.
The search for Squeaky can lead you off the worn path so exercise caution, wear insect repellant and supervise children. Finally, please respect our natural areas. Our environment can be fragile, so please do not litter, disturb wildlife, oEmail Us r damage plants. Leave everything as you found it. Finally, once you find the key to the next clue, please return the key to its hiding place.
Grab your phone and some water and enjoy a task that can easily be completed in a morning or a leisurely afternoon stroll (for most people, around 90 minutes to three hours to complete). You will need to drive between locations. It is your adventure too, so set your own pace and enjoy the outdoors.
Ready to find Squeaky?!?
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