North Dakota’s Arbor Day celebration traveled to the University of North Dakota campus today. It marked the 150th anniversary of the annual tree planting event in the U.S.
In addition to the reading of an official proclamation signed by Governor Doug Burgum several speakers addressed the benefits of trees. Those range from making oxygen and shade to providing habitat and relieving stress.
Grand Forks has been designated as a “Tree City” since 1976. There are currently 54 cities across,the state with that title.
As part of the celebration three new trees were planted on the UND campus. There are currently over 6,000 trees on the UND grounds.
The North Dakota Forest Service also distributed spruce seedlings to those in attendance.
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