Kent, Ohio - The Davey Tree Expert Company is proud to announce the planting of 86 trees at Medina County Park District’s Shotwell Gardens at Lake Medina through the Birdies ‘Fore’ Trees program with The Kaulig Companies Championship. Fifty of these trees will be planted during a ceremonial event on Oct. 22, with the remaining trees to be planted at the same location on a later date.
The Birdies ‘Fore’ Trees program plants a tree for every birdie made by a PGA TOUR champions professional on Firestone Country Club’s signature 16th hole during the Kaulig Companies Championship, which was held June 18-22 this year. This is the second year of the program, which was established by Davey Tree and Kaulig.
“We’re thrilled to continue our community tree planting through the Birdies ‘Fore’ Trees program,” said Sandee Reid, executive vice president of corporate communications and strategic planning at Davey. “This initiative shows our commitment to environmental stewardship and community engagement. Every tree planted is a step toward a healthier, greener Northeast Ohio, so we’re proud to be part of a program that brings so many benefits to the region.”
The tree planting this year not only recognizes the program but also the 60th anniversary of Medina County Park District. In celebration, Shotwell Gardens at Lake Medina will open to the public the weekend of Oct. 25-26. It is located at 4581 Foote Road in Medina Township.
This year’s tree planting brings the total number of trees planted through Birdies ‘Fore’ Trees to 172 across 2024 and 2025. Last year, 86 trees were planted at Cuyahoga Valley National Park, reinforcing Davey’s commitment to enhancing Northeast Ohio’s tree canopy.
ABOUT KAULIG COMPANIES CHAMPIONSHIP
The Kaulig Companies Championship is one of five major championships contested annually on PGA TOUR Champions for eligible professionals age 50 and over. The 2026 tournament will be held the week of July 8-12 and continues professional golf’s seven-decade tradition at Firestone Country Club. This tournament started in 1983 at the Canterbury Golf Club. A field of 78 professionals will compete for a share of the $3.5 million purse with the champion earning a $525,000 prize.
ABOUT MEDINA COUNTY PARK DISTRICT
Medina County Park District is a local and regional leader in conservation, education, and the protection of natural resources, managing more than 9,000 acres including 24 parks and more than 60 trails. Employees ensure quality outdoor experiences, protect public investments, plant the forests and prairies of tomorrow, and develop the next generation of stewards. For more information, visit: medinacountyparks.com.
The Davey Tree Expert Company, headquartered in Kent, Ohio, provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental and utility infrastructure consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. As one of the top ten largest employee-owned companies in the U.S., Davey's 12,000 employees have been dedicated to creating and delivering sustainable solutions since 1880. Apply today to join the Davey legacy, and learn about how we're growing with our new SEED Campus.
