In addition to adding beauty to farms and acreage, shelterbelts also provide shelter for yards and livestock, create wildlife habitats, conserve soil, provide fruit-bearing trees, and preserve water quality.
The County of Northern Lights Shelterbelt Program is available for residents who wish to create shelterbelts on their properties.
Seedlings usually arrive in late May. Details on the program are advertised in the local newspaper, County website and Facebook page.
Shelterbelt Planning
Creating a sturdy shelterbelt requires patience and a bit of strategy. You'll need to cherry-pick the right species and leave enough wiggle room for maintenance and seedlings to flourish. But no worries, we've got your back!
Head over to the Prairie Shelterbelt Program website, TreeTime website, or the Government of Canada's Shelterbelt design guide for some useful tips and tricks to get you started on your shelterbelt journey.