04/24/2026
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Today, April 24, marks the celebration of Arbor Day in the U.S., falling on the last Friday of April. Flashback to April 10, 1872, in Nebraska City, where journalist and tree enthusiast Julius Sterling Morton kicked off the first Arbor Day. His mission? To get settlers planting trees to beautify the land and boost agriculture. Arbor Day later moved to April 22, Morton's birthday, and a Nebraska state holiday in 1885. Fast forward to 1972, President Richard Nixon declared the last Friday in April as National Arbor Day, just in time for its 100th anniversary, with a nudge to get everyone planting trees far and wide.
Arbor Day serves as a heartfelt tribute to trees, honoring their environmental, social, and economic benefits. By planting these leafy marvels, we can:
~Enhance air and water quality
~Offer delightful shade
~Create a welcoming habitat for wildlife
~Strengthen community spirit
Arbor Day stands as a pledge to a greener tomorrow, linking folks, communities, and businesses to planet-saving reforestation efforts.
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Enjoy this beautiful Arbor Day,
Somers Recycling Coordinator