The 2026 NWH Alder Seedling Program

Requests Open September 15, 2025

It’s time to grow again! Over the last two years we’ve helped 70,000 seedlings find new homes, and we’re thrilled to kick off the 2026 Alder Seedling Program. This important initiative empowers small landowners to replenish the rich alder forests of the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia.

Looking Ahead to 2026

If you are interested in participating in the 2026 Alder Seedling Program, please provide your details on the form below, and we will notify you as soon as requests open up for the spring 2026 pick-up.

How to Get Involved

For This Year’s Participants

If you have any questions or require clarification about the number of seedlings allocated to you, please feel free to reach out to us. Your involvement and enthusiasm for the Alder Seedling Program are invaluable. We look forward to your continued support in the coming years!

The Importance of Alder

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The Importance

Why the Alder Seedling Program Matters

Alder trees are essential to forest health, enriching nutrient-poor soils by fixing nitrogen and providing vital forage and habitat for wildlife, which enhances biodiversity. Despite their importance, Alders are often overshadowed by more commercially popular softwoods like Douglas fir, leading to their decline. By participating in the Alder Seedling Program, you help restore and sustain these ecological powerhouses, ensuring their continued benefit to our forests for generations to come.