CITY CELEBRATES ARBOR DAY
Sarasota - The City of Sarasota celebrated
Arbor Day this morning by planting a live oak (quercas
virginiana) at Bay Haven School, 2901 W. Tamiami Circle.
Dozens of school children participated in the event which
included a poetry reading and a discussion about the importance
of Arbor Day. Vice Mayor Ken Shelin also was on hand to
read a proclamation regarding Arbor Day. To view unedited
video of the event click here.
The goal of Arbor Day is to raise awareness, especially
with children, about the need to plant, protect and preserve
trees. “Arbor Day is important because trees are
important. Because we are used to having trees around,
it is natural to take them for granted, and Arbor Day is
just a reminder to appreciate a valuable asset,” said
David Daberkoe, City of Sarasota Arborist.
Some interesting tree facts from Arborist David Daberkoe:
