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.”
Species will vary by location with at least two of the following species offered at each giveaway: American elm, river birch, bald cypress, persimmon, and/or red mulberry. Offerings are 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 31
- Walnut Ridge – Lawrence County Extension Office, 1100 West 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.
- Arkadelphia – Clark County NRCS Office, 640 6th Street: 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
- Dierks – Dierks City Park, South Arkansas Avenue/Clawson Park Road: 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.
- Marion – Crittenden County Courthouse, 100 Court Street: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Morrilton – Morrilton Walmart, 1621 S. Business 9: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- White Hall – Tractor Supply Company, 6903 Sheridan Road: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
April 14
- Warren – Warren City Park, 400 West Church Street: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Alma – Alma Public Library, 624 Fayetteville Avenue: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Trumann – Cedar Park, 100 North Crest Avenue: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Little Rock – University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), 4301 West Markham Street: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Goshen – Goshen City Hall, 124 Church Street: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
April 21
- Sheridan – The Mad Butcher, 815 Rock Street: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Stuttgart – Stuttgart Chamber Pavilion, 507 South Main Street: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Magnolia – Southern Arkansas University (SAU) Story Arena: 1015 Highway 82 Bypass West: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
April 28
- Casa – Casa Community Center, 114 South Maple Street: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Jonesboro – Earle Bell Community Center, 1212 South Church 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.
