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Posted on: May 11, 2021

[ARCHIVED] Celebrate Arbor Day Saturday, May 15 in Paepcke Park

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Celebrate Arbor Day Saturday, May 15 in Paepcke Park

Aspen, Colorado – May 11, 2021 – The City of Aspen Parks Department will host a community celebration for Arbor Day on Saturday, May 15 from 9 a.m. -11 a.m. in Paepcke Park. This year’s festivities are smaller than past years due to COVID and will include: information on topics including tree planting, tree care, drought impacts on trees, and forest health. There will also be educational games, bucket truck rides, free tree giveaways with proof of Aspen residency such as a utility bill, while quantities last. Social distancing protocols will be followed.

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