Local classrooms celebrate the beauty and importance of trees in Arbor Day poster contest
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In April, a collaboration between Old Growth Tree Service and Walking Mountains Science Center provided a platform for local youth to showcase their talents and raise awareness about the environmental importance of trees in honor of Arbor Day.
The event involved 16 teachers and their fourth-grade students throughout Eagle County. Students were invited to submit their creative interpretations of the theme: “How do trees benefit our community?”
The students were encouraged to incorporate natural outdoor items such as rocks, twigs, and leaves into their designs. This unique challenge allowed students to explore and express their thoughts on the vital role trees play in our lives, from providing oxygen to offering habitats for wildlife.
The posters are on display at Walking Mountains Science Center through April 28, where community members can view the creative works. The winning poster will be professionally framed by Beaver Framing to highlight the community’s commitment to supporting local youth and promoting environmental education.
Arbor Day, which was April 19 this year in Colorado, is a national holiday. It started in Nebraska with Julius Sterling Morton in 1872. Morton had a passion for trees and educated his community on their importance while encouraging tree planting through his influence as a journalist and involvement with the Nebraska Board of Agriculture. After the first official Arbor Day in Nebraska on April 10, 1872, the holiday started growing across the states until it was made a national holiday by President Richard Nixon in 1970.
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By inspiring the next generation to appreciate and care for the natural world, the contest helps pave the way for a greener, more sustainable future.
