This fact sheet introduces the topic of forested natural areas to people unfamiliar with the concept, and describes forests from the 12 cities in the Forests in Cities Network.
In a nutshell, this resource offers:
- A description of the many social and ecological benefits offered by forests in cities, with specific examples from 12 U.S. cities.
- Statistics about forests in cities from the 12 U.S. cities, such as total number of acres and percent native plant cover.
- An explanation for why forests in cities need management and resources.
How to use this resource:
- As an introduction to forests in cities for officials, partners, or funders who are unfamiliar.
- As a tool to advocate for increased funding and resources for forests in cities.
- As a resource to demonstrate how other cities recognize forests in cities and the need for consistent management.
Date published: 2021
Point of contact: Sophie Plitt, National Partnerships Manager, Natural Areas Conservancy, sophie.plitt@naturalareasnyc.org