Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Hug A Tree Today

Today is National Tree Appreciation Day in Canada as I was informed on the radio this morning so I have pulled this shot of a cool tree trunk from my archives. This day is said to be "a celebration for all Canadians to appreciate the benefits provided by trees - clean the air, wildlife habitat, reducing energy demands, " etc.  I don't know what type of tree this is but there are many large ones growing along Davenport Avenue and I've always been fascinated by their bark. Hug a tree today!
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18 comments:

  1. HalcyonSeptember 25, 2012 at 1:21 PM

    I heard that on the radio this morning too! Happy Tree Day. :D

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  2. SandySeptember 25, 2012 at 2:12 PM

    I love trees. nice shot of this one. Happy Tree Day! :)

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  3. DebSeptember 25, 2012 at 3:10 PM

    I applaud the sentiment, but I will wait until the rain stops!
    Some gels dressed up as Vikings too, watch out for them on the blog soon.

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  4. EG CameraGirlSeptember 25, 2012 at 3:41 PM

    OOPS! Looks like I missed the opportunity to post something about National Tree Appreciation Day!

    This trunk has wonderful texture.

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  5. LowellSeptember 25, 2012 at 4:00 PM

    Some people use the term, "tree-hugger," derisively. But I've always thought it a complement for a tree-hugger is one who cares more about the environment than corporate profits.

    This is super shot! Reminds me of some of our wrinkled cypress trees. Can United Statians hug trees today, too?

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  6. Paul in Powell RiverSeptember 25, 2012 at 5:11 PM

    National Tree Appreciation Day?!? Geez, there's a day for everything - good thing we only have 365!

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  7. RandySeptember 25, 2012 at 5:52 PM

    Trees are so amazing. The bark is really interesting.

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  8. ArtandArchitecture-SF.comSeptember 25, 2012 at 7:01 PM

    Well that is just down right fun! Gorgeous tree shot too!

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  9. JackSeptember 25, 2012 at 8:42 PM

    Trees are so central to our lives in many ways. I think they deserve at least one day of recognition.

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  10. MarleenSeptember 25, 2012 at 11:54 PM

    These huge trees are impressive, great shot!

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  11. SharonSeptember 26, 2012 at 1:44 AM

    Sounds like a great idea. I just went out and hugged the trees in my backyard.

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  12. AnonymousSeptember 26, 2012 at 2:59 AM

    This is a huge looking tree, tricky one to hug I imagine!

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  13. PerthDailyPhotoSeptember 26, 2012 at 6:52 AM

    It would be nice if we didn't keep chopping them down to produce more and more junk mail, I'm definitely going to hug one tomorrow!!

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  14. AnonymousSeptember 26, 2012 at 7:25 AM

    Cool!

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  15. LoisSeptember 26, 2012 at 10:05 AM

    I'm not sure what it is either, but I like it! Maybe I'll go out in my backyard and hug one of my dogwood trees today.

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  16. Sallie (FullTime-Life)September 26, 2012 at 1:22 PM

    Good advice any time !! Lovely old tree.

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  17. Luna MirandaSeptember 27, 2012 at 5:40 AM

    i love this photo! the texture and perspective are beautiful.

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  18. Melbourne Australia PhotosOctober 1, 2012 at 4:40 PM

    Lovely capture!

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