LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – In recognition of National Arbor Day, the Arkansas Department of Agriculture’s Forestry Division will be hosting giveaways of bare root seedlings at various locations across the state each Friday from March 17 through April 28.
“Adding trees to your yard or to a community forest is beneficial to all Arkansans, and Spring is an excellent time to plant trees,” said Kristine Kimbro, Urban and Community Forestry Coordinator for the Forestry Division. “With these Arbor Day celebration giveaways, we hope to provide all Arkansans with access to the many benefits trees provide.”
Although species will vary by location, all seedlings will be native Arkansas hardwoods grown at the Forestry Division’s Baucum Nursery. The giveaway will be limited to three seedlings per person on a first come, first served basis. The giveaways will be hosted at various locations across the state. Following is a listing of locations and times currently scheduled:
March 17
- Little Rock – Arkansas Department of Agriculture, 1 Natural Resources Drive: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Osceola – Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Office, 3137 W. Keiser Avenue: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
March 24
- Morrilton – Wal-Mart, 1621 S. Business 9: 10 A.M. – 12 P.M.
March 31
- Walnut Ridge – Lawrence County Extension Office, 1100 W. Main Street: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Pocahontas – American Made General Store, 1100 Pace Road: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Wynne – Wynne Fire Department, 1111 Falls Boulevard: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
April 7
- Batesville – Riverside Park, 1770 Chaney Drive: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Hot Springs – Garland County Library, 1427 Malvern Avenue: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Greenbrier – Greenbrier City Hall, 11 Wilson Farm Road: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
April 14
- Warren – Warren City Park, 400 W. Church Street, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Alma – Alma Public Library, 624 Fayetteville Avenue: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
April 21
- Sheridan – The Mad Butcher, 815 Rock Street: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Additional locations will be added throughout the month. Visit agriculture.arkansas.gov/forestry/urban community-forestry/free-tree-friday/. The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is dedicated to the development and implementation of policies and programs for Arkansas agriculture, forestry, and natural resources to keep its farmers and ranchers competitive in national and international markets while conserving natural resources and ensuring safe food, fiber, and forest products for the citizens of the state and nation. Visit agriculture.arkansas.gov/. The Arkansas Department of Agriculture offers its programs to all eligible persons regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.