Photo from an earlier Urban Tree Walk in Austinburg.

Urban Forestry, UK will lead walking tour Saturday

COVINGTON, Ky. – Expect to see many large and interesting tree species – particularly evergreen trees – on Saturday when Covington’s Urban Forestry Division partners once again with the Kenton County Extension Office for its Urban Tree Walk: Kenton Hills.

The tour runs from 10 a.m. to noon on May 25 and begins at the Devou Park Scenic Overlook at 854 Park Lane. Wear comfortable shoes.

Covington Urban Forester Patrick Moore and Kenton County Cooperative Extension Agent Brandon George will lead an exploration of large mature trees that, because of their proximity to wooded areas in Devou Park, one might not see in other parts of Covington.

“In addition to the usual topics we always discuss about the urban trees, we’ll have an opportunity to see a wide range of evergreen tree species that we don’t see frequently,” said Moore. “I’m often asked about what kind of evergreen trees are a good fit to plant in yards in Covington. This event will be a great chance for people to learn more about what characteristics make up a good urban evergreen tree species.”

In the event of rain, the tree walk will take place June 1.

To sign up

The event is free, but folks should register here. 

Moore said residents can stay on top of the array of programming offered by the Kenton County Extension Office at Extension Office events.