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~ Spokane, Wash. - The City of Spokane Parks & Recreation has recently conducted a survey to gather public input on the future of Finch Arboretum's iconic 78-year-old willow tree. The tree, which had succumbed to gravity and old age earlier this year, holds a special place in the hearts of many community members.
Over 1,000 people participated in the survey, with an overwhelming majority of 65% expressing their desire for a nature-based playground using willow wood components and replacement trees from cuttings of the original tree. In fact, students from Spokane Community College's Greenhouse/Nursery program have already taken on the task of growing 100 trees from cuttings off the special tree.
Excitingly, interested community members can expect to see concepts for this nature-based play area in the coming months. However, a timeline for construction will be determined once funding becomes available. For those who wish to contribute to its construction, donations can be made through a designated link.
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In addition to this project, the public is also invited to share their photos and memories of the willow tree. These submissions will be included in a photo mosaic that will be displayed at the arboretum in the future. To participate, individuals can use this link.
The City of Spokane Parks & Recreation is responsible for managing nearly 120 properties across 4,000 acres of park land. This includes manicured parks, natural lands, aquatic centers, golf courses, sports complexes, and an arboretum. With a mission to improve the health and quality of life for the community, they offer hundreds of recreation opportunities for all ages and abilities. To learn more about what your city has to offer, visit spokaneparks.org or follow them on social media @SpokaneParks on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Over 1,000 people participated in the survey, with an overwhelming majority of 65% expressing their desire for a nature-based playground using willow wood components and replacement trees from cuttings of the original tree. In fact, students from Spokane Community College's Greenhouse/Nursery program have already taken on the task of growing 100 trees from cuttings off the special tree.
Excitingly, interested community members can expect to see concepts for this nature-based play area in the coming months. However, a timeline for construction will be determined once funding becomes available. For those who wish to contribute to its construction, donations can be made through a designated link.
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In addition to this project, the public is also invited to share their photos and memories of the willow tree. These submissions will be included in a photo mosaic that will be displayed at the arboretum in the future. To participate, individuals can use this link.
The City of Spokane Parks & Recreation is responsible for managing nearly 120 properties across 4,000 acres of park land. This includes manicured parks, natural lands, aquatic centers, golf courses, sports complexes, and an arboretum. With a mission to improve the health and quality of life for the community, they offer hundreds of recreation opportunities for all ages and abilities. To learn more about what your city has to offer, visit spokaneparks.org or follow them on social media @SpokaneParks on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
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