Following the Tree Hugs Book Walk and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 11:00am, join Arborists, Ash Connelly, VP & Lead Arborist, Charleston Tree Experts and Gerald Benoit, Arborist, Gerald Benoit ISA LLC; Matt Simms, Zoning Administrator, City of Isle of Palms; Susan Hill Smith, Isle of Palms Clean-up Crew; and members of the Isle of Palms \ Environmental Committee for an educational Tree Hugs Stroll and Learn. Topics will include:
• Benefits of Trees – social, communal, environmental, and economic.
• All About Palms – selection, planting, and maintenance.
• Mature Tree Care – routine maintenance, tree inspection, mulching, fertilizing, and pruning.
• Other Fun Facts and Interesting Tidbits
According to Gerald Benoit, “A thousand forests started with one acorn.” At a minimum, one oak tree reduces erosion and protects soil from the elements, provides valuable shade, produces acorns, which are a high-protein food source for a wide array of wildlife, provides a renewable wood source, provides habitats for wildlife and insects, enhances carbon sequestration, improves air quality, aids in water conservation and more. Every tree counts! Tree Hugs Stroll & Learn is free and open to all.
