Artistic fifth grade students wanted for Arbor Day poster contest

Posted by on Jan 27, 2009 in Conservation, Forestry | Comments Off CARSON CITY, Nev. — Nevada’s fifth grade students are being sought to showcase their artistic talents by creating posters for the National Arbor Day Foundation’s annual Arbor Day Poster Contest, “Trees are Terrific…in Cities and Towns!” The activities teach fifth grade students about the important roles urban trees play in their community and meet national...
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Elko honored as a Tree City USA community

Posted by on May 28, 2008 in Conservation, Forestry, News | Comments Off ELKO, Nev.–Elko was recently named a Tree City USA community by The National Arbor Day Foundation to honor the city’s commitment to community forestry. Eight other Nevada communities re-certified their “Tree City USA” designation for their activities in 2007. The “Tree City USA” award recognizes communities that effectively manage public tree resources. More...
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