Forestry

Pause

Greenbelt Lake

Greenbelt lake, (900 Martin Rd) off of HWY 63  is part of the Katoski Greenbelt.  This 19 acre lake offers a perimeter trail, shoreline fishing and bird watching. 

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Waterloo is the 1st Bird Friendly Community in Iowa. Our community has shown that birds are an important part of a healthy ecosystem and critical to quality of life.  Waterloo has partnered with the Prairie Rapids Audubon Society to make this designation possible. For more info visit

Prairie Rapids Audubon Society

Forestry

Managing Our Community's Valuable Tree Resources.

News

Emerald Ash Borer

EAB was found in Waterloo on 1/24/14.  City crews have removed ash trees infested with this destructive insect.  Homeowners with ash trees on their private property are encouraged to start researching your options.  Start getting estimates for the removal of your ash trees from licensed and insured tree services or start researching the methods and costs of treating your ash trees each year.  If homeowners choose to do nothing, the ash tree on your property will die as EAB attacks it.

Oak Wilt

To avoid Oak Wilt trim your oaks during the dormant season.  Between early April and mid August, beetles that transport the spores of the Oak Wilt fungus are active.  Fresh pruning cuts during that time are visited by these beetles and this creates avenues for infection.

Iowa One Call

Don't forget to call Iowa One Call before planting your tree(s).  Utilities will be located on your property within 48 hours of calling.  Call 1-800-292-8989.  It is the law.

Waterloo is a Tree City USA

Waterloo has been named a Tree City USA by the National Arbor Day Foundation (http://www.arborday.org) to honor its commitment to its community forest.
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Bird Friendly Iowa

Waterloo is the first Bird Friendly Community in Iowa.  Our community has shown that birds are an important part of a healthy ecosystem and critical to quality of life.  Waterloo has partnered with the Prairie Rapids Audubon Society to make this designation possible. For more info click here Prairie Rapids Audubon Society

Contact Us

Waterloo Leisure Services
1101 Campbell Ave.
Waterloo, IA 50701

Telephone: 319-291-4370
Fax: 319-291-4297
Email:  City Forester

Office Hours: Mon-Fri  7a-4p
After Hours for Emergencies: Waterloo Police Department Dispatch 291-2515