Monday, April 23, 2012

Arbor Day at the Arboretum

ARBOR DAY At the Arboretum
April 28, 10:00a-2:00p
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The theme of Arbor Day 2012 is Trees: Environmental Champions
The celebration will include a reading of the Arbor Day proclamation, tree planting with KU representatives, more than 40 exhibitors, free admission to the Kentucky Children’s Garden from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., guided native tree hikes and a tree seedling give-away.With a special passport you can visit four tree stations manned by UK forestry students to learn about roots, leaf transpiration, habitats and tree products.

Kids can enjoy a puppet show, live animals and craft activities. Look for guests Smokey Bear, Rosie Recycler and KU’s Louie Lightning Bug.

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