LEAFy Drinks
Thursday July 2 2009, 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Are you passionate about Toronto's urban forest? Join LEAF staff and
volunteers at the Victory Cafe for our monthly LEAFy drinks to have a
pint and meet other Toronto tree lovers. Get involved!
Location: Victory Cafe, 581 Markham St. (just south of Bloor St).
TTC directions and parking: Victory Cafe Map
Cost: Free (food and drink available for purchase) 

LEAF Volunteer Outreach Assistants Training
Wednesday July 8 2009, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
For those volunteers who have completed the Volunteer Orientation Session and are looking to gain specific skills to become Outreach Assistants at community events throughout Toronto over the summer months.  Learn how to effectively spread the LEAFy word, and the value of the urban forest.  To register or for more information, please email Amanda Gomm, Volunteer Coordinator, at amanda[at]leaftoronto.org
Location:LEAF offices, Artscape Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie St, Suite 253

Inglis Falls Arboretum Hike
Saturday July 11 2009, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Visit the Grey Sauble Arboretum just south of Owen Sound and learn about the trees of the world and your neighbourhood from LEAF arborist Todd Irvine. For more information visit the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority website.
Location: #237897 Inglis Falls Road, Owen Sound

LEAF Volunteer Orientation & Training Session
Wednesday July 15 2009, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Interested in volunteering with LEAF, but don't know where to start?  This is your place!  Come to the LEAF office, meet our Volunteer Coordinator, and learn about how you can become involved in helping to spread the word about the value of the urban forest, and how to become involved in caring for our city's trees.  A diverse array of opportunities are available, so come find out how you can fit in.  To register or for more information, please email
Amanda Gomm, Volunteer Coordinator, at amanda[at]leaftoronto.org
Location:LEAF offices, Artscape Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie St, Suite 253

Toronto Tree Tours
Come out and discover Toronto's fascinating trees this summer! Guided walking tours of 25 to 50 people are led throughout Toronto by LEAF arborist Todd Irvine and project coordinator Claudio Tata. For details about upcoming tours, virtual tours and downloadable self-guided tours, visit Toronto Tree Tours. Also check out our archive of photos from past tours All tours are free, with a recommended donation of $5.

The Bain Co-operative in Riverdale Tour
Sunday April 19 2009, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join LEAF arborist Todd Irvine and Lost Rivers expert Helen Mills as they take a tour of the Bain Co-operative, a charming enclave of nearly century-old low-rise apartments nestled in the heart of Riverdale.

Vale of Avoca Tour
Sunday May 3 2009, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
LEAF is celebrating Jane's Walk with the Vale of Avoca Tree Tour. Come discover the beautiful canopy coverage that strecthes across the buried river. You will notice a generous blend of old growth forest
intermingling with their newer counterparts.

Bendale Ravine Tour
Saturday May 9 2009, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
The Toronto Tree Tours are teaming with MPP Brad Duguid to host a tour of Bendale ravine in Scarborough Centre. Come discover the history of the Thompson Memorial Park and the glorious trees that make the story of this area so vibrant.

Oakwood Neighbourhood Tour
Saturday June 6 2009, Time TBD
Join us on a search for the remaining oaks of the Oakwood Neighbourhood. The tour is a collaboration with Artstarts, a local organization that creates healthier communities through art. The tour will visit public art created by neighbourhood youth with the support of Artstarts.

Casa Loma Grounds Tour
Saturday June 27 2009, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Explore the grounds of Casa Loma while learning the history of the famous castle with no King. The gardener of the property will be on the tour to share stories about the giant remnant trees that grace the property. Space will be limited for this special tour.