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Carla Hater

Community afforestation in Leubsdorf

Translated by Laura Steeghs

On Saturday the 12th of April 2025, our sixth afforestation event took place. This time, we were in Saxony and with the help of dedicated supporters we took another valuable step towards climate protection.

Gruppe Erwachsene und Kinder mit Baumpflanzspaten schauen auf einem Mann in Orange-GrĂĽne SDW-Jacke.
Die Schutzgemeinschaft Deutscher Wald gibt eine Einführung in die Welt des Bäume pflanzens.

The Conservation Association for German Forests provides an introduction to the world of tree planting.

During this event, we planted around 500 trees on one of the five areas that we are afforesting this spring. A total of 6,000 trees will be planted on the 1.3-hectare site. The trees planted there include species that are suitable for the location, such as:

  • Larch
  • Sycamore maple
  • English oak
  • Hornbeam
  • Small-leaved lime
  • Wych elm

These trees will not only absorb CO2, but also make a valuable contribution to biodiversity and create habitats for numerous animals and plants.

We are proud to have afforested a total of 5.85 hectares of forest in Saxony this spring – a groundbreaking measure to combat climate change and protect our ecosystem. Every tree counts, and each of us can make a difference. This day has once again shown how valuable it is to take action together.

Photos from this beautiful day

Using a special spade, two women plant a sapling
The first trees are being planted.
People of various ages working on a field with planting spades. Two children in the foreground.
People of all ages worked hard.
People chatting around a table with food and drinks
Refreshments were a must.

Thank you

A big thank you to everyone who joined us on this journey! We are proud of what we have achieved together and are already looking forward to the next planting event!

Kneeling man with hat and working clothes holds saplings and looks at the camera.