Save Our Forest Mission Statement

SAVE OUR FOREST (SOF)
A division of the
FALLBROOK LAND CONSERVANCY

History

The original “Save the Oaks” group was formed in 1972 and reenergized in 1992 to protect oaks marked for destruction on Live Oak Park Road in Fallbrook. In order to broaden its scope, the group renamed itself “Save Our Forest,” and became a branch of the Fallbrook Land Conservancy in 1993.

A campaign launched by the Fallbrook Village Associa5tion in 1995 was the beginning of SOF seeking Urban Forestry grants. Since then, the group has brought significant forestry grant funding to Fallbrook. Thousands of trees and native plants have been planted on Fallbrook’s streets and preserves.

Volunteers, the heart of the organization

The success of the Save Our Forest organization rests entirely on its enthusiastic and committed volunteers who have contributed thousands of hours to SOF programs and projects. New volunteers are always welcome! You can join in monthly “work parties” that maintain downtown trees, become a “tree steward” to fit your own schedule, participate in one-time SOF events and planting projects, provide technical/office assistance to the organization, or assist with SOF educational programs. Please call the Fallbrook Land Conservancy office at (760) 728-0889 for more information on volunteering.
Monthly meetings of SOF are held the fourth Monday of each month except August and December at the Palomares House, 1815 S. stagecoach Lane in Fallbrook. All are invited.
With busy schedules and other commitments on the part of its volunteers there has always been an atmosphere of flexibility: “Come when you can!”

SOF Projects

These include reforesting Fallbrook Land Conservancy preserves, the Downtown Treescape project, on-going maintenance of downtown trees, Adopt-a-Tree and Adopt-a-Highway programs, educational programs, workshops, and cooperating with the FLC and other environmental agencies with their programs and projects.

The SOF Nursery

For the past several years Save Our Forest has been growing trees and plants in its own nursery. These are used to planting at the Fallbrook Land Conservancy preserves which include Dinwiddie, Heller’s Bend, Bonsall Preserve, Engel Preserve, Los Jilgueros Preserve, Creekside Conservation Area, and Palomares Park. Trees and plants from the nursery are also used for educational programs with local schools.

Educational Programs

Save Our Forest is involved in environmental education in cooperation with the Fallbrook Unified Elementary School District. Each year, 3 schools in the district participate in a SOF program. Each phase involves two years. The first 4th and 5th grade students participate in a brief presentation in the classroom which includes the following:

The benefits of trees and shrubs in providing a more healthful environment.
The importance of conserving water by planting native and drought tolerant plants which can be beautiful.
The importance of giving back to your community.

The following year, these same students go to a Preserve or other location to reforest with the appropriate plant material for that particular area.

SOF Funding

“Treescape Fallbrook:” This is the name given the most significant source of funding for SOF projects. This program was SOF’s first venture into grant applications for the downtown Community Forest. Since a humble beginning in 1995, nine grants have brought $233, 225 to the Fallbrook Community Treescape Project.

“Adopt-a-Tree.” As a part of the “Treescape Fallbrook” SOF has had a downtown tree adoption program in place for many years. How it works is that generous residents donate funds toward having a tree and plaque donated in a name that they designate. These funds covers expenses such as pruning, fertilizing, insect control and watering. Since Fallbrook is not incorporated, this is a particularly valuable maintenance service for downtown trees that otherwise would not be provided. Potential Adopt-a-Tree donors are encouraged to call Anne Richter the volunteer coordinator for the program at &760) 728-0889.

	Home Our Preserves Activities/Projects News and More Photo Gallery Membership Contact Us Activities and Projects Calendar Mission Statement SAVE OUR FOREST (SOF) A division of the FALLBROOK LAND CONSERVANCY History The original “Save the Oaks” group was formed in 1972 and reenergized in 1992 to protect oaks marked for destruction on Live Oak Park Road in Fallbrook. In order to broaden its scope, the group renamed itself “Save Our Forest,” and became a branch of the Fallbrook Land Conservancy in 1993. A campaign launched by the Fallbrook Village Associa5tion in 1995 was the beginning of SOF seeking Urban Forestry grants. Since then, the group has brought significant forestry grant funding to Fallbrook. Thousands of trees and native plants have been planted on Fallbrook’s streets and preserves. Volunteers, the heart of the organization The success of the Save Our Forest organization rests entirely on its enthusiastic and committed volunteers who have contributed thousands of hours to SOF programs and projects. New volunteers are always welcome! You can join in monthly “work parties” that maintain downtown trees, become a “tree steward” to fit your own schedule, participate in one-time SOF events and planting projects, provide technical/office assistance to the organization, or assist with SOF educational programs. Please call the Fallbrook Land Conservancy office at (760) 728-0889 for more information on volunteering. Monthly meetings of SOF are held the fourth Monday of each month except August and December at the Palomares House, 1815 S. stagecoach Lane in Fallbrook. All are invited. With busy schedules and other commitments on the part of its volunteers there has always been an atmosphere of flexibility: “Come when you can!” SOF Projects These include reforesting Fallbrook Land Conservancy preserves, the Downtown Treescape project, on-going maintenance of downtown trees, Adopt-a-Tree and Adopt-a-Highway programs, educational programs, workshops, and cooperating with the FLC and other environmental agencies with their programs and projects. The SOF Nursery For the past several years Save Our Forest has been growing trees and plants in its own nursery. These are used to planting at the Fallbrook Land Conservancy preserves which include Dinwiddie, Heller’s Bend, Bonsall Preserve, Engel Preserve, Los Jilgueros Preserve, Creekside Conservation Area, and Palomares Park. Trees and plants from the nursery are also used for educational programs with local schools. Educational Programs Save Our Forest is involved in environmental education in cooperation with the Fallbrook Unified Elementary School District. Each year, 3 schools in the district participate in a SOF program. Each phase involves two years. The first 4th and 5th grade students participate in a brief presentation in the classroom which includes the following: The benefits of trees and shrubs in providing a more healthful environment. The importance of conserving water by planting native and drought tolerant plants which can be beautiful. The importance of giving back to your community. The following year, these same students go to a Preserve or other location to reforest with the appropriate plant material for that particular area. SOF Funding “Treescape Fallbrook:” This is the name given the most significant source of funding for SOF projects. This program was SOF’s first venture into grant applications for the downtown Community Forest. Since a humble beginning in 1995, nine grants have brought $233, 225 to the Fallbrook Community Treescape Project. “Adopt-a-Tree.” As a part of the “Treescape Fallbrook” SOF has had a downtown tree adoption program in place for many years. How it works is that generous residents donate funds toward having a tree and plaque donated in a name that they designate. These funds covers expenses such as pruning, fertilizing, insect control and watering. Since Fallbrook is not incorporated, this is a particularly valuable maintenance service for downtown trees that otherwise would not be provided. Potential Adopt-a-Tree donors are encouraged to call Anne Richter the volunteer coordinator for the program at &760) 728-0889. ® 2009 Fallbrook Land Conservancy all rights reserved Free web hosting for non-profit organizations provided by 1-2-Wonder Web Services