Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management

The mission of the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management is to manage and reduce fire risk to Arizona's people, communities, and wildland areas; to champion the health of Arizona natural resources.

Arizona's urban forests are comprised of trees and vegetation in urban areas that have a special relationship to people - providing environmental services such as shading and cooling properties, providing wildlife habitat, cleaning the air of pollutants, and slowing stormwater runoff. The Urban and Community Forestry Program seeks to increase awareness and appreciation of urban forests in Arizona through education, partnerships, technical assistance, and other resources such as cost-share grants. Our exhibit provides a desert canopy brochure and fact sheet, and important information on tree selection and care.