Tales of Montpelier's Trees

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Location: Montpelier

Leila Faulstich-Hon

Welcome! This is a scavenger walk created for the 2021 Festival of Trees in Montpelier, VT. This walk will lead you to some of Montpelier's most wondrous trees. Your guide is Adz, city arborist. The stops are far apart. We invite you to take this walk in the way that works best for you. Thanks.

"We're glad you're here" - the Trees.

The White Pine at VCFA

Look around. Is one tree taller than the rest? You've made it! This is the incredible White Pine at the corner of West St. and E. State St. Listen in.

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The Green Ash at the Old Shelter

Welcome! You've made it to the Old Shelter Green Ash Tree. This tree has seen picnic parties and less-than-graceful sled landings. Listen in.

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The Gingko at Barre St

Welcome! You've made it to the Gingko at Barre St. There are not many trees like this one-- look at its curves, its furrows, its burls. Listen in.

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The Balsam Fir at School Street

Welcome! You've made it to the Balsam Fir at School St and St. Paul. Here, you'll hear an excerpt from Montpelierite Ken Libertoff's memoir; it tells of his wonderful love affairs with Balsam trees. Listen in.

1 sound

An Eulogy to Dead and Dying Trees

This is not an official stop, but a moment for some uneasy contemplation. Listen in.

1 sound

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