Arbor Day Celebration!

Keep Pasco Beautiful, in collaboration with the Florida Forest Service and the Urban & Community Forestry Grant, is hosting a Native Tree Giveaway to celebrate Florida Arbor Day on January 17.

The event features two locations and opportunities for the community to learn about tree care and pick up a free native tree. The UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County in Dade City will offer a free 30-minute tree planting seminar at 11 AM, followed by tree distribution until 1 PM. Later in the day, the City of New Port Richey will hold its Arbor Day Celebration at Frances Avenue Park, starting at 2 PM, with tree distribution from 3 to 5 PM.

To participate, individuals must preregister and can select from two tree options: Fringe Tree or Firebush. Trees are provided in three-gallon pots for easy transport, and knowledgeable experts will be on-site to answer questions and provide tips.

This initiative is a collaborative effort involving numerous partners, including Pasco County, Tampa Bay Water, the City of New Port Richey, New Port Richey FarmNet, Genesis School, Master Gardener Volunteers, UF/IFAS Cooperative Extension, and others. Together, these organizations aim to enhance the environment and promote sustainable practices across the region.

For more information, contact [email protected].

🌱 Tree Giveaway Details:

Dade City
📍 Location: UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County, 36702 County Road 52
🕚 Tree Planting Seminar: 11:00 AM (30 minutes)
🌳 Tree Distribution: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
🌟 Tree experts will be available to answer questions and provide care tips!

New Port Richey
📍 Location: Frances Avenue Park, 5580 Frances Avenue
🕑 Arbor Day Celebration: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
🌳 Tree Distribution: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
🌟 Meet with experts for advice on planting and caring for your tree!