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Liberty Tree Planting At Veterans Park In Canton Planned Nov. 14
A native overcup oak tree will be planted in the park near the playground and the Veterans Memorial Plaza.
CANTON, GA — The Hightower Trail Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution and the Cherokee Chapter Georgia Society, Sons of the American Revolution plans to jointly host a free, public commemorative tree planting and educational program on Saturday, Nov. 14 at Cherokee Veterans Park, which is located at 7345 Cumming Highway in Canton.
The program will begin at 10 a.m., organizers said. A native overcup Oak tree will be planted in the park near the playground and the Veterans Memorial Plaza.
The Liberty Tree Environmental Education Program, or LEEP is a free, service-based community
program developed by members of the Cherokee Chapter SAR. The program pays tribute to the historic, economic and cultural heritage of America’s trees and forests. The role of Liberty Trees during the American Revolutionary War period is also explored and discussed.
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LEEP is presented to local schools, garden clubs and other interested community groups throughout northwest Georgia. In honor of America’s 250th Anniversary, a goal of planting 76 trees by July 4, 2026 has been set.
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