Reforesting Alta, one tree at a time.
Join us on the mountain for our biggest volunteer day of the year as we plant over 1,000 Engelmann spruce saplings across Alta's slopes.
Each year, the Alta Environmental Center works with the U.S. Forest Service to plant native trees across the mountain. Cones collected at Alta are sent to a Forest Service grower in Idaho, where they spend a year strengthening their roots. Come fall, the young trees return to Alta, ready to be planted. Our goal is to increase the age diversity of the tree species here at Alta and aid in regeneration.
This event involves hiking in challenging, off-trail terrain and using hand tools to plant each tree. Participants should be prepared for strenuous activity—we recommend it for those with intermediate to advanced hiking experience. After a rewarding day of planting, we'll gather at the base area to enjoy a free lunch and beverages as we celebrate our collective effort. Registration required >
when
Saturday, September 20th | 8am–1pm
Where
Alta Ski Area | Location TBD
About
- Registration for this event is open
- Participants must be at least 12 years of age
- This event is recommended for hikers with intermediate to advanced abilities
Partners
Did you know?
Since 1991, 42,324 trees and 96,689 native plants have been planted across Alta’s slopes—thanks to our community's commitment to keeping Alta green.
Each year, with the help of volunteers, we plant up to 1,500 native tree seedlings, making our annual planting events one of the most meaningful ways to give back to the mountain we all love.
Alta’s forests were once heavily impacted by generations of mining, leaving slopes bare and ecosystems disrupted. Today, tree planting continues as part of a long-term commitment to restore the landscape, strengthen the watershed and protect the alpine environment for future generations.
1919 VS 2019
This work is far from finished—but with your help, we’re making lasting progress, one tree at a time.
