Capitol Christmas Tree 2009
Arizona's Gift to the United States Capitol is a 85-foot blue spruce from the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests. Taller than a 7-story building, the tree was cut on Saturday, November 7, 2009 and will tour the state of Arizona for 10 days. After the Arizona tour, the Capitol Christmas Tree 2009 will embark upon another tour across the country on its way to Washington, D.C. We made the trek to Reid Park in Tucson on Saturday, November 14, to view the tree. You just never know what friends can get you to do on a Saturday morning! The best way to show my appreciation is to take pictures and then post them on the internet.
The dog and the Forest Service guy must have the same tailor... ;)
There were more folks there than I had figured on. It was cool to see the truck carrying the 85-foot spruce and how they were keeping it watered through the trip. We met some neat folks and talked to several of the folks involved in this historic event.
Of course I had to take some pictures. Hope you enjoy. I am looking forward to seeing the tree all lit up and sitting in front of the U.S. Capitol. I am sure that will be a proud moment for all involved.
