The tree planting plan and layout for this site was designed to add wildlife value and provide shade to park visitors along the newly constructed walking track. The plan included twelve native tree and scrub/shrub species,  including Southern sugar maple (Acer barbatum), American basswood (Tilia americana), and wax myrtle (Morella cerifera). Before the workshop, several volunteers 
from Trees Acadiana, Boy Scouts of America and the BVPA prepared the site for the big event. On January 18, 2020, nearly 150 members of our watershed community braved the rain to enjoy Arbor Day Celebration activities and plant trees.

RESOURCE PROTECTION

Native trees and plants in home landscapes and urban developments can improve air quality, reduce the urban-heat effect, and provide shade and critical habitat for wildlife such as migratory song birds. Native trees ​and plants have evolved to regional conditions and, unlike some of their exotic counterparts, require less water and fewer pesticides. By conserving water and reducing the use of pesticides, we protect our natural resources and community members.