Arbor Day in Florida
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Florida has celebrated Arbor Day since 1886 and has one of the first Arbor Day celebrations in the nation, on the third Friday in January. Over 200 communities in Florida celebrate Arbor Day, either as a stand-alone event or in conjunction with some other occasion. Check with your local city officials or school department to see how your community is celebrating Arbor Day. [source: Florida Forest Service, Urban and Community Forestry page]
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Twelve Ways to Make the Most out of a Tree or Plant Giveaway Program
Mysha Clarke, Ryan Klein, andLillian Dinkins
Organizations and municipalities use tree and plant giveaway programs to increase tree canopy on private property, provide environmental education, and boost community engagement. Tree and plant giveaway programs can provide a great opportunity to increase biodiversity and enhance various ecosystem services including reducing stormwater runoff, providing habitat for wildlife, reducing energy use, reducing urban heat, removing air pollutants, and providing recreational spaces, especially in urban areas. This publication provides twelve tips for success with tree and plant giveaway programs.