Massachusetts Tree Wardens & Foresters Association
Since 1913...The Protection and Preservation of Trees
The oldest tree organization in the USA.
781-894-4759
Association Awards
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Massachusetts Tree Wardens & Foresters Association
PO Box 326  -  South Hadley, MA 01075-0326
Phone: (781) 894-4759  -  Email:  
info@masstreewardens.org
The Massachusetts Tree Wardens’ and Foresters’ Association (MTWFA) strives to
recognize its members professional commitment and dedication.

- The
Tree Warden of the Year Award
- The George E. Stone Award
- The President's Award

The Association recognizes these award winners at the annual conference.  The awards
are proudly announced in our quarterly newsletter, The Bark, and on the Association’s
web page.  A press release is also created to shared with the individual's community.   
For more information please following the specific award links for past recipients, photos
of award winners or to read how to nominate an individual.
The Massachusetts Tree Wardens’ and Foresters’ Association is
recognized as the nation's oldest urban and community tree
protection organization, having been formed in 1913 for the
preservation and protection of public trees.

The Tree Warden is a municipal position required under
Massachusetts General Laws to protect public shade trees within
the 351 cities and towns of the Commonwealth.
2007-8 Recipients
Tree Warden of the Year - Jesse Jesselonis
George E. Stone Award - Thomas Chamberland
President's Award - Thomas Brady
Honorary Life Member - Leo Dube