Keep Brazos Beautiful brings back an observance of National Arbor Day

This podcast is a visit with Brooke Arellano of Keep Brazos Beautiful and WTAW's Bill Oliver.National Arbor Day is Saturday. It is being celebrated by the local non-profit Keep Brazos Beautiful (KBB) with a family event in Bryan at Sue Haswell Park Saturday morning (April 25) starting at nine a.m.KBB director Brooke Arellano says this is the first time in years KBB is observing the national event that takes place in the spring. The organization will continue observing Texas Arbor Day in the fall.Saturday's event includes activity tables from multiple organizations focusing on environmental stewardship.There will also be multiple tree plantings, including a 200 gallon live oak that will be dedicated to the late Ron Schmidt, who was a founding member of the organization.And making a special appearance is Smokey Bear, who will be promoting wildlife prevention.News release from Keep Brazos Beautiful:Keep Brazos Beautiful will host a community Arbor Day Memorial Tree Dedication and Tree Planting Event on Saturday, April 25 from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. at Sue Haswell Park in Bryan.The free event will offer residents an opportunity to participate in tree planting, learn about native tree care, and enjoy family-friendly activities focused on environmental stewardship.A highlight of the event will be a special appearance by Smokey Bear, who will be on site to promote wildfire prevention and take photos with attendees.Organizers say the event is designed to bring the community together while encouraging long-term investment in the local environment.“Planting trees is one of the simplest and most impactful ways we can improve our community,” said Brooke Arellano. “We’re excited to invite residents of all ages to come out, learn, and be part of something that will benefit Brazos County for years to come.”The event is held in partnership with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, Texas A&M Forest Service, Fuji Film, Texas Master Gardeners, Texas Master Naturalists, Scouting Troop 327, and City of Bryan Parks and Recreation.Community members are encouraged to register in advance by visiting: https://forms.gle/spZoztpRptx3WCn16