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Tree and Forest Celebration

Trees are both celebrated and used in special celebrations. Find out more about the special events we have with trees.
Angel Oak on Johns Island, South Carolina
The Angel Oak is a Southern live oak tree located in Angel Oak Park, on Johns Island, South Carolina. It may be the oldest tree east of the Mississippi River and certainly one of the most beautiful.
Earth Day, 2006 - A Brief Q&A
A brief discription of Earth Day and what it is doing with forests and trees to celebrate.
Earth Day, 2005 - A Brief Q&A
A brief discription of Earth Day and what it is doing with forests and trees to celebrate.
Oak Now Officially the U.S. National Tree
The Oak was voted on and has now become the United States National Tree after Congress passes recent legislation.
Oak Tree Wins Vote For National Tree
The Oak tree has been voted as America's National Tree says the National Arbor Day Foundation
Big Trees Registered as Champions in the United States
Learn more about American Forests National Champion Big Tree Register and how trees are selected nationally to honor a tree champion and listed the champion big tree registry.
Official State Tree of U. S. States and Territories
The official state tree of all states and territories listed in order by state, common name, scientific name and the year of enabling legislation.
Earth Day, 2004 - A Brief Q&A
The day involves tens of thousands of events, from rallies and teach-outs to concerts and earth fairs. It supports environmental awareness in cities throughout the world.
Trees Across America - Goal: Plant 285 Million Trees
Earth Day Network will host a series of promotional events over the next 5 years in cities across the country. Here is their tree planting campaign.
50 Official State Trees
All 50 states and several U.S. territories have officially embraced a tree and flower. All of these state trees, except the Hawaii state tree, are native to the state in which they are designated.
Arbor Day - Plant a Tree
Arbor Day is a nationally celebrated observance first celebrated in the state of Nebraska in 1872. The day especially encourages tree planting, and tree care and has a long history. It is sponsored by the National Arbor Day Foundation.
Arbor Days By State By Date
Each state's celebration of Arbor Day initiates the signing of a proclamation by local officials and activities related to trees and tree planting. Find your state's date of celebration.
Tree City USA
Is your community a Tree City USA? Take a quick look at the site's Tree City USA state by state search.
Earth Day - A Very Brief Overview for 2003 - Forestry
Former U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, Gaylord Nelson developed the Earth Day idea. It is celebrated every every April 22.
Autumn Blaze Maple - 2003 Urban Tree of the Year
Autumn Blaze Maple was selected Urban Tree of the Year for 2003 as determined by responses to an annual survey in arborist magazine City Trees.
River Birch - 2002 Tree of the Year
Betula nigra Heritage™ was selected Urban Tree of the Year for 2002.
Bur Oak - 2001 Tree of the Year
The bur oak was selected as Urban Tree of the Year by a majority of respondents to a July, 2001 survey in arborist magazine City Trees.
The Beech
Description of American Beech - Fagus
About America's Official State Trees
A complete list of state trees with links to species information...
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