Updated: 9:51 PM EDT April 21, 2021
NEWARK, OHIO Thursday, April 22nd, 2021 is Earth Day and it is also a big day for The Dawes Arboretum in Newark, Ohio.
Located just 30 miles east of Columbus, The Dawes Arboretum is one of North America’s premier public gardens, according to the American Public Gardens Association.
It features over 5,000 varieties of plants over 2,000 acres of land. There are over 12 miles of trails and even a 4-mile drive through tour.
On Earth Day, The Dawes Arboretum is offering free admission.
Due to COVID protocols attendees are asked to reserve a free ticket on their website and use the code
USA program honors colleges and universities for effective urban forest management, promoting healthy trees and engaging students and staff in the spirit of conservation.
“Your entire campus community should be proud of this sustained commitment to environmental stewardship,” said Lauren Weyers, Arbor Day Foundation program manager, of the recognition. “Your diligence in improving the environment and quality of life at your school contributes to a healthier, more sustainable world for us all.”
More than 100 years of history
Many of the trees on the Mānoa campus were first planted in 1915 by famed botanist Joseph Rock. Some of the more unique species include a Hawaiʻi exclusive ʻōhiʻa lehua (
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Image: Penn State Behrend December 14, 2020
ERIE, Pa. A forestry management project at Penn State Behrend will involve the selective removal of dead or diseased trees on the Behrend campus and in Wintergreen Gorge, beginning this week. The project, which was developed in consultation with foresters at the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, will affect approximately 290 trees.
The work will be focused near Behrend’s School of Science complex and the Almy and Ohio residence halls. It will entail the removal of dead or diseased ash, cherry, maple, poplar and oak trees.
“While none of us enjoy removing trees from our beautiful campus and the land we manage in Wintergreen Gorge, that step sometimes is necessary to maintain a safe environment for all those who enjoy this space,” said Sherri A. Mason, the sustainability coordinator at Penn State Behrend. “Removal of trees that are at or near the end of their life cycle reduces the risk o