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Trees Are Terrific…In Cities and Towns

            MICHIGAN –Michigan Arbor Day Alliance is searching for communities who celebrated Arbor Day this year and want to share their story.  Whether it was a large tree planting project, educational event for kids and/or adults or a small tree dedication ceremony, we want to hear your story.  Michigan Arbor Day Alliance will post stories on our website, facebook, twitter and newsletters. Individuals, schools, municipalities, businesses, faith based organizations and anyone who celebrated Arbor Day this year may submit a story. Submit your story to miarborday@gmail.com. With your submission please include photos with captions, press release or article.  If you have any questions please contact Michigan Arbor Day Alliance at miarborday@gmail.com.  

The first Arbor Day was celebrated in Nebraska on April 10, 1872.  J. Sterling Morton, a pioneer and journalist championed the idea of a "tree planting" holiday in the Nebraska Territory.  In the 1800's, the plains had been cleared for building materials, fuel and farming.  It is estimated that Nebraskans planted over 1 million trees that first Arbor Day.  Michigan has been celebrating Arbor Day since 1885.

The Michigan Arbor Day Alliance (MADA) is a coalition of organizations and agencies dedicated to the promotion and celebration of Arbor Day throughout Michigan.  Our dedication comes from our belief in the importance of trees and their role in community health and well-being.  Since 1993, MADA has provided educational programs and services to Michigan communities.

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A BIG Thank You to all our partners and sponsors who make the State Arbor Day Celebration a success: Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Eaton Conservation District, ITC, DTE Energy Foundation, MSU Federal Credit Union, Ingham County Parks & Rec., Potter Park Zoo, Adams Outdoor Advertising, Ayles Tree Service, Forestry & Public Service-City of Lansing, Consumers Energy, Lansing Board of Water & Light, Van Pines Nursery, Michigan Nursery & Landscape Association and Walmart.

We would also like to thank all the volunteer presenters and their organizations for making the State Arbor Day Celebration a wonderful event!

Thank You to our Go Green Youth Challenge Sponsors!