Cape Loves Trees, so much that we’re giving them away!

FREE TREE GIVEAWAY IS BACK!!!

That’s right! Up to 25 lucky homeowners can apply for FREE trees, to be available for planting this fall. Seize this opportunity to Save the Bay, support wildlife, strengthen your community, improve our collective health, save money, and beautify your property with your shared stewardship! 

Simply submit your application to the Cape Conservation Corps. Folks will be awarded free trees on a first-come, first-served basis. Note: If you received trees last year, please do not apply again this year.  Deadline for submittal by USPS or email is August 1, 2026. 

Successful applicants will meet the following criteria:

• Resident and/or property owner in the Cape,
• Adequate and appropriate space and,
• Property owner’s signature for the “AA Co. Watershed Stewards Tree Troopers – Property Owners Agreement” 

A limited number of the following species will be available.  They have been selected based on their climate resilience, habitat value, seasonal interest and variety of size in the landscape. See varieties below:

• Canopy Trees:  Persimmon, River Birch, White Oak, Chestnut Oak.
• Understory Trees:  Dogwood, Serviceberry, Sweetbay Magnolia, Redbud.

Please check out the application for more details! Click here for a printable PDF CCC Free Trees Application 2026

Cape Conservation Corp’s Mission:

Replace invasive plants with natives, prevent erosion, and increase the natural beauty of Cape St. Claire public areas.