Celebrate Arbor Day!

Arbor Day
Did you know that the simple act of planting a tree on your property can increase your home's value by 15% or more? Celebrate Arbor Day by planting a tree. What is Arbor Day? Arbor Day is a nationally-celebrated observance that encourages tree planting and care.

National Arbor Day was founded by J. Sterling Morton in 1872, is celebrated on the last Friday in April (Arbor Day Foundation).

This time of year when the deciduous trees are starting to sprout new life or bloom, we are inspired to lay aside our winter clothing and start thinking about spring and summer activities. Go for a walk and listen to the birds singing all around you. Where there are trees, there are birds and abundant life. April 24, 2009 is Arbor Day. Celebrate it by appreciating the glory of trees!

"Each generation takes the Earth as trustees. We ought to bequeath to posterity as many forests and orchards as we have exhausted and consumed."

- J. Sterling Morton

For more information about trees, visit Arborday.org