Root for Your Community: Join Tree Peace OKIAre you passionate about keeping Oak Island green, shaded, andbeautiful? Tree Peace OKI is a local nonprofit dedicated to preserving andrestoring our tree canopy, working with the town, and providing educationalopportunities regarding the value of a healthy tree canopy on our barrierisland.By becoming a member, you aren't just "joining a club"—you are investingin the long-term environmental health of our coastal home. With your help,we are making a difference.Why Your Membership MattersFor just $20 a year, your contribution goes directly toward: Tree Planting Initiatives: Restoring the tree canopy in public spaces and residential areas.Local Advocacy: Protecting our unique island from overdevelopment.Education: Providing resources on native species and salt-tolerant planting. Improved property values and quality of life. Trees attenuate wind energy and retain the sandy soil. Proper tree planting and maintenance.Community Events: Participating in local giveaways, festivals, and conservation workshops.Membership BenefitsAs a member of Tree Peace OKI, you’ll receive:Exclusive Updates: Be the first to know about upcoming sapling giveaways, tree purchases, and volunteer opportunities.Expert Advice: Access to guidance on which trees thrive best in our specific coastal ecosystem. Planting, mulching, and pruning guidance.Community Impact: We solicit positions from mayoral and town council candidates and publicize the responses. (Issue-based and non-political )Peace of Mind: Knowing you are helping preserve the charm and natural shade that make an island named for a tree special.Join Tree Peace Oak Island, Inc. todayProtecting our island's beauty starts with its roots. Join a community ofneighbors who care as much as you do.Annual Membership: $20"The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now."