National Tree Planting Day in Pakistan

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Plant a tree, they said.
It’ll be fun, they said.
They were totally right!

Pakistan’s Greenest Day

Pakistan is a land of trees. From the towering pines of the north to the palm trees of the south, trees play an important role in the country’s ecosystem. But in recent years, deforestation has become a major problem. That’s why National Tree Planting Day in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan is so important.
Now, hold onto your gardening gloves as we uncover the earthy charm of this arboraceous celebration!
Pakistan’s eco-cool holiday is all about sprouting hope and making the Earth smile!

The Origins of a Green Revolution

It all began when Pakistan snagged a Guinness World Record back in 2009. They gathered 300 green thumbs who planted a jaw-dropping 541,176 mangrove saplings in a single day – no fancy machinery involved!
President Asif Ali Zardari felt the urge to pay homage to this verdant victory and declared that every August 18 would be National Tree Planting Day, so that even more trees would be added!

Join the Foliage Festivities: A Day of Planting

When August 18 rolls in, Pakistan transforms into a lush paradise of tree-planting fiestas.
This day is your chance to grab a shovel, unleash your inner tree whisperer, and show those saplings some love! You can plant a tree yourself, or you can volunteer to help with a tree planting event.
You can also spread awareness about the importance of trees by talking to your friends and family, or by sharing information on social media.

Trees Are Great, So Plant More Of Them!

So what are you waiting for? Raise your shovels, high-five those branches, and let’s show our leafy friends some serious appreciation.
So, if anyone questions why you’re celebrating National Tree Planting Day with a parade of potted plants down the street, just tell ’em Wild Calendar gave you the green light!
Whether you’re planting a tree, hugging one, or just admiring their beauty from afar, you’re making a difference.
So go ahead, give Mother Earth a high-five – she’s got your back, and so do we!
Happy National Tree Planting Day!

Arbor Days 101:

1594
The First Festival of the Tree (As Far As We Know)

According to historical records Major Luis de Luaces established the first Arbor Day in 1594 in the Spanish village of Mondoñedo.
This event was known as “Fiesta del Arbol” or “Festival of the Tree”.
In order to create the beautiful park known as Alameda de los Remedios, which is even now the pride of the village, numerous lime and horse-chestnut trees were planted.
And it was apparently not a yearly event, but the outcomes are still visible today, keeping the park luscious and green.

On a granite and bronze marker in the park, the Festival of the Tree is memorialized, thanking the Major for the event and stating the year it happened.
It is regarded as an early forerunner to present Arbor Day festivities and judging from the images of this park, it is well worth the effort because the little trees planted back that time are still thriving today.

1805
The first annual Arbor Day (Still Going Strong)

The first modern Arbor Day that is still celebrated in the present was celebrated in the little Spanish village of Villanueva de la Sierra in 1805.
Don Juan Abern Samtrés, a local priest, created the Festival of Trees (Fiesta del Arbol). Juan admired trees for their beauty, their purpose in nature and their value to the inhabitants.
He proclaimed a three-day carnival that began on Carnival Tuesday and lasted three days.
The festival’s main focus was tree planting. A poplar was first planted in the Valley of the Ejido, followed by many other trees at Fuente de la Mora and Arroyada. A feast and a dance event followed the planting activities.
Don Juan Abern Samtrés also authored a manifesto in support of the trees planted around Villanueva, as well as an urge to spread love and respect for nature and to maintain the custom of regularly planting trees.

This yearly Arbor Day celebration was very successful in boosting floral life in the places where it was observed and Arbor Day is still celebrated all throughout Spain (approximately) on Carnival Tuesday.

The Arbor Day That Became The Most Copied Arbor Day

Much like other US holidays, the US Arbor Day has been taken out of its regional context so often, because of the US’s hazy boundaries in pop culture, that it is celebrated both as “American” Arbor Day and as a world wide Arbor Day.
Julius Sterling Morton, a Nebraska newspaper editor and former Cleveland’s Secretary of Agriculture, established this Arbor Day on April 10, 1872.

This Arbor Day event also had a lasting luscious green influence, which can still be seen today in the form of a much greener Nebraska.
Julius Mortom’s mansion and estate in Nebraska City, the Arbor Lodge State Historical Site and Arboretum, is now a state park.
Fun fact: Julius also disliked cutting down healthy living trees for Christmas trees.

What Every Arbor Day is All About

Every self respecting Arbor Day, will have the following trait:

Focus on trees:
Arbor Days are focused on appreciating, protecting, and planting trees.
Celebration of nature:
Arbor Days celebrate the beauty and value of trees, encouraging individuals to practice sustainable lifestyles and form a bond with the natural realm.
Community involvement:
Through tree-planting activities, workshops and campaigns to promote ecological sustainability, Arbor Days generally inspire public participation.
Environmental awareness:
They spread the message about how important trees are for preventing global warming, improving air quality, conserving water and protecting ecosystems.

Ultimately, Arbor Days bring people together to work toward the common goal of maintaining biodiversity, a healthy environment and a greener future for generations to come.

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