Washingtoner - Spokane: Free Arbor Day Celebration Saturday at Finch Arboretum

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~ Spokane, Wash. - The city of Spokane is gearing up to celebrate its 22nd year as a Tree City USA with an Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday, April 26, 2025. The event, which will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., will feature a brief Tree City USA ceremony and tree planting at noon. Residents are invited to join in on the festivities, rain or shine.

Organized by Bartlett Tree Experts and supported by Avista, the Arbor Day Celebration promises to be a fun-filled day for the whole family. Attendees can look forward to various activities such as live music, tree care and environmental education, free seedlings, and more.

One of the highlights of the event will be a demonstration by Spokane County Regional Waste Ambassadors on how to turn yard and food waste into compost for gardening purposes. In addition, Spokane County residents will have the opportunity to take home a free compost bin provided by the Washington State Department of Ecology. However, supplies are limited so residents are advised to bring proof of residency and arrive no later than 1:30 p.m.

Bartlett Tree Experts will also be giving out tree seedlings and showcasing their tree climbing skills during the event. Attendees can also participate in a raffle for a chance to win prizes including a free tree donated by Blue Moon Garden and Nursery.

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Thanks to Avista, the first 165 people will receive free kettle corn while the first 150 people can enjoy complimentary coffee or hot cocoa. Live music by Rosie CQ will add to the festive atmosphere while an arts and crafts project from Corbin Arts Center will be held inside the Woodland Center.

For those looking for some physical activity, there will be a temporary disc golf course set up by United States Youth Disc Golf Association. Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras and children along to explore and play while admiring the natural beauty of the Inland Northwest and Spokane's urban forest canopy. However, pets are not allowed at Finch Arboretum, with the exception of service animals.

The John A. Finch Arboretum, located just off the Sunset Highway, is Spokane's outdoor classroom for naturalists, horticulturists, and students of all ages. Spanning 65 acres along Garden Springs Creek, the arboretum boasts over 2,000 trees and shrubs representing over 600 species and varieties from around the world.

City of Spokane Parks & Recreation is responsible for stewarding nearly 120 properties across 4,000 acres of park land in the city. From manicured parks to natural lands, aquatic centers to golf courses, sports complexes to an arboretum, they offer a wide range of recreational opportunities for all ages and abilities. To learn more about their offerings, visit spokaneparks.org or follow them on social media @SpokaneParks on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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