tToday is Arbor Day. Always the last Friday in April, Arbor Day is a designated national holiday established to recognize and commemorate the significance of trees. There are many unique ways to celebrate the occasion. The most obvious is, of course, to go out and plant a tree. Other optimal suggestions include engaging kids with … Continue reading Rooted Memories of Three Tree Titans from Maryland’s Past
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The History Behind the United States National Arboretum
Last Sunday was National Gardening Day. Now with Earth Day upon us and Arbor Day only a week away, it has many folks thinking a bit more about plants, nature, trees, and conservation practices in general. That’s a good thing considering how all of the above are far more crucial to our everyday lives than … Continue reading The History Behind the United States National Arboretum