GAINESVILLE - Know of a tree in the Gainesville area that might qualify as a champion? Well, the annual search for Hall County's "champion trees" is underway.
The Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce, U.S. Forest Service and the Georgia Forestry Commission are searching for the largest tree of each native species. The contest recognizes the trees, the nominators and their owners.
Recognition will take place during the Arbor Day celebration, which will be held February 16.
Entries are due December 31. Georgia Forestry Commission personnel will measure the trees nominated and will select the current 2006 Champion Tree based on these nominations.
Entry form:
Tree species________________________
Owner______________________________
Phone________________
Person Nominating_________________
Phone_______________
Tree Measurements Estimated circumference__________________________
Estimated height___________________________________
Estimated crown width_____________________________Location_____________________________________________
The tree must be measured by a representative of the Georgia Forestry Commission. Include a photo and return this form before December 31, 2006 to: Doug Andrews, Chief Forest Ranger Georgia Forestry Commission 5707 Lula Road Lula, Georgia 30554For more information, call 770-869-3641
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May 21st, 2024
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