ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation

The Filberg Heritage Lodge & Park Arboretum is proud to be recognized as a Level I Arboretum through ArbNet – The Interactive Community of Arboreta. This accreditation formally acknowledges Filberg Park as a documented, managed, and publicly accessible arboretum that meets ArbNet’s international standards for collections management, governance, and public engagement.

Achieving ArbNet Level I accreditation reflects a strong foundation in tree stewardship and demonstrates a long-term commitment to the care, documentation, and interpretation of our woody plant collections. This milestone is the result of a collaborative partnership between the Town of Comox and the Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park Association (FHLPA).

What ArbNet Level I Accreditation Represents

ArbNet Level I accreditation confirms that the Filberg Heritage Lodge & Park Arboretum meets the following core criteria:

• A defined arboretum site with public access
• A documented collection of trees and woody plants
• Professional oversight and management
• An established governance structure
• Ongoing public education and outreach related to trees and forest ecology

Our tree and woody plant taxa are recorded and monitored using a GIS-based inventory system maintained by the Town of Comox Parks Department, supporting accurate documentation, plant health monitoring, and informed long-term planning. Take a look at the mapping inventory HERE.

“Receiving Level 1 Arboretum Accreditation from ArbNet is a significant achievement for Filberg Park and a testament to our shared commitment with the Town of Comox to conservation, education, and community engagement. This recognition reflects the hard work of our team and our ongoing efforts to preserve and enhance the Park’s natural heritage for future generations.”
— Linda Trevor, Executive Director, Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park Association

ArbNet accreditation connects Filberg Park to an international network of arboreta and strengthens our ability to steward this remarkable landscape for the benefit of the community today and for generations to come.

ArbNet – The Interactive Community of Arboreta is an international, non-profit initiative dedicated to supporting arboreta, tree-focused gardens, and organizations around the world. ArbNet works to advance the planting, care, and conservation of trees by promoting professional standards, public education, and global collaboration.

Through its ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program, ArbNet recognizes arboreta that demonstrate a commitment to responsible collections management, public access, and ongoing engagement with trees and forest ecology. Accreditation is structured across four levels, allowing arboreta of all sizes and capacities to participate while encouraging continual growth and improvement.

For the Filberg Heritage Lodge & Park Arboretum, participation in ArbNet connects our work in Comox to a global network of arboreta, horticultural professionals, educators, and conservation partners. This affiliation strengthens our stewardship practices, supports knowledge sharing, and helps ensure that Filberg Park’s trees are cared for using recognized international standards.

To learn more about ArbNet, its accreditation program, and arboreta around the world, visit arbnet.org.