The sound of digging shovels and the spirit of coming together fills the air as volunteers unite for this year’s 2025 Tree Planting Program.
The 2025 Centennial Tree planting program is set for Saturday, Nov. 15 from 8 to 10 a.m. at Railroad Park, with volunteers planting 20 trees to improve air quality, provide shade and support local wildlife. All tools, water and snacks will be provided. Volunteers will meet at the soccer concession stand parking area to get started.
Organizers Chris Chastain and Kyle Saner welcome everyone to participate in the tree planting program for a chance to grow something meaningful together and strengthen community connections.
“It’s a citywide celebration to honor Lewisville’s 100th anniversary by planting 100 new trees across our parks and neighborhoods,” Chastain said. “The goal is to leave a lasting legacy for the next century, showing how trees connect our past, present and future. People can pay a fee to commemorate these trees and contribute to Lewisville for the next 100 years.”
For those who cannot attend on Saturday, Nov. 15, there is another event set for Saturday, Dec. 20 at Railroad Park.
“We also have many volunteers, organizations, students and community members who come out to assist with the plantings,” Saner said.” Anyone is welcome to come out and help plant trees.”
It’s a simple way to help the environment and make a positive impact. Attendees will get to meet new people, spend time outdoors, and most importantly, be part of something meaningful in nature.
The annual tree planting project is a favorite for participants.
“We make it interactive so people of all ages can learn and enjoy themselves,” Chastain said. “People see visible improvements and residents connecting through hands-on conservation.”
A simple effort to bring people together has blossomed into a deeper appreciation and awareness, as participants engage not only in planting trees, but also in understanding their importance.
“I have witnessed the knowledge of our volunteer groups grow immensely and so have their desire to learn more about the importance of trees,” Saner said.
