The Chippewa National Forest has been selected to provide the 2014 Capital Christmas Tree. Actually it means they supply at least 20 trees of various sizes & type. Mostly big and bigger ones. It takes a committee to select the specific trees to be cut -- lots of criteria like access points, surrounding environment, etc.
BUT -- you can join in the fun too! Because in addition to sending the trees -- The Chippewa gets to send along all the necessary Christmas Tree Ornaments. Like as in 10,000 ornaments that highlight northern Minnesota and National Forest themes including lakes and wetlands, wildlife, heritage and ecosystems.
There are a few criteria:
a. Ornaments should be 9-12" in height and less than one half pound in weight.
b. Durable and weatherproof for outdoor use.
c. Make sure there is a hole in the ornament to be able to hang it on the tree.
d. Use recycled or sustainable materials. Natural materials should reflect the state.....
e. (MY FAVORITE) Ensure that your natural materials are not invasive species.
The list goes on a bit more --
Anybody want to make an ornament??? Let's collaborate and contribute a masterpiece.
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