Arbor Day Events

Learn about the planting and caring of trees while honoring Arbor Day, a national holiday that originated in Nebraska. Watch a special introduction and tree planting near the new picnic shelter.

Free grab-and-go lunches will be available to those who sign up in advance. Children are invited to take home free saplings and special gifts. (While supplies last.)

Register for free lunch by Friday, April 18.

ARBOR DAY NATIVE TREE GIVEAWAY
The Annual Township Arbor Day Beautification Program is set for Sunday, April 27 at 8 a.m. at Prophecy Creek Park. Once again, the giveaway features a wide range of native species. Along with free trees, free mulch and deer protection will be distributed to Township residents on a first-come, first-served basis. This is a one-day event and will take place rain or shine. There is a limit of one group of three trees per address or household. No pre-registration is required but homeowners must present identification indicating Whitpain resident status.

Replenishing Davidson’s urban tree canopy is one of DLCs most vital missions. Our goal is to plant 200 trees each year through community events during tree planting season (October 1st-March 30th).

As part of our 25th anniversary, we are celebrating NC Arbor Day with a special tree planting event at Fisher. We are hosting this event with the Town at the Archery Range. The Range is a special and unique recreational asset located off the entrance road to the park. We will plant more than 50 trees providing much needed shade and adding to Davidson’s urban canopy.

The event will include an archery demonstration by Sterling Martin, the driving force for creation of the Range which was made possible by support from Mecklenburg County.. The Town will have archery equipment available for those interested in testing their skills at the range.

The trees, shovels, gloves, and other equipment will be on hand for volunteer planters, and all ages are welcome as long as children are accompanied by an adult. These events are great fun and “plant” wonderful memories for volunteers willing to get their hands dirty and learn about the value of trees and how to plant and care for them.

Where You’ll Be:

This project takes place across three locations within the City of Aurora’s Open Space and Natural Resources system: Plains Conservation Center (PCC), Pronghorn Natural Area, and Star K Ranch.

All of these spaces provide the opportunity to experience the natural beauty of Denver Metro’s eastern plains. PCC and Pronghorn feature stretches of native prairie, with PCC offering a sense of vast grasslands far removed from the city. Star K Ranch, in contrast, is home to wetlands and wildlife, surrounded by large stands of old-growth cottonwood trees.

What You’ll Do:

Volunteers will plant a total of 4,000 bare-root saplings and 500 container saplings across the three locations. Groups will be assigned to different sites based on planting needs, contributing to the restoration of critical habitats. Once the work is complete, everyone will gather at the Plains Conservation Center to celebrate and enjoy a shared lunch!

Why It Matters:

This project is part of Aurora’s ongoing efforts to revitalize its open spaces and natural areas. Human activity has left some
stream banks bare, lacking the trees and shrubs needed to prevent erosion and expand riparian corridors. By participating, you will help improve biodiversity and strengthen these ecosystems, ensuring they continue to support local
wildlife. This Arbor Day celebration offers a chance to make a tangible impact while connecting with the land and community.

Village Officials, Staff and Members of the Tree Commission gather with local school children to plant a new tree in Patriots Park, read the Arbor Day resolution, and sing songs in celebration.

Gather together with our Tree Campus group to celebrate and proclaim Arbor Day.

To celebrate Arbor Day, the Village of Westmont Environmental Improvement Committee (EIC) and the Westmont Public Works Department are working together to coordinate their annual tree seedling giveaway. Westmont residents will be able to sign up online to request the specific seedlings they would like to receive. The Village will have a limited amount of seedlings, so individual species will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Participating residents will then pick up their seedling order on Arbor Day, April 25 at the Westmont Library, 428 N. Cass Avenue, between 1 and 5 p.m. Visit the online sign-up form for more information.

This is a reoccuring event where the Sutton Tree Board sponsors an Arbor Day Tree Giveaway. Informationational sheets are available for anyone wanting to know more information about the trees available at the giveaway. Coloring and activity sheets are available. Information on safe digging will also be available.