Whispering Ridge school host Arbor Day tree planting event
Arbor Day celebrations in Grande Prairie are set for Thursday at Whispering Ridge School, as the Arbor Day Society will plant a new tree at the school.
In a news release, the Society says the new tree is just one example of their ongoing efforts; adding their success is defined by the continual development of groves and ongoing maintenance of existing groves, and the continual delivery of seedlings to grade one students throughout the region.
They add through the development and maintenance of groves throughout the region, the Society hopes to promote the celebration of Arbor Day and raise awareness about the vital role that trees play in our environment.
The tree planting ceremony will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday.