2012 National Arbor Day Awards
Excellence in Urban Forest Leadership
Pennsylvania Horticultural Society—Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Since 1827, the Society has motivated people to improve their quality of life and sense of community through horticulture. They sponsor the Tree Tenders program, which has played a critical role in restoring the tree canopy in Philadelphia. As of today, the Tree Tenders program has recruited 3,600 volunteer tree planters and 200 neighborhood groups. They engage their volunteers in a comprehensive approach, ensuring they are fully equipped to take care of trees once they are planted. A partnership with Keep America Beautiful is resulting in pilot programs that will yield national exposure.
This year’s winners are:
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Vision Award
Governor Martin O’Malley
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Public Awareness of Trees Award
Project Plant It!
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Champion of Trees Public Service Award
Joe Benassini
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Forest Lands Leadership Award
Greater Yellowstone Whitebark Pine Committee
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Rachel Carson Award
Caitlin Bouse
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Arbor Day Celebration Award
- Troop 367 and Pack 367
- Florida Gulf Coast University
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Award for Education Innovation
World Vision Australia
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Good Steward Award
Dr. James Middleton
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Award for Excellence in Volunteer Management
RNeighborWoods
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Excellence in Partnership Award
Committed to Community Growth Program
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Excellence in Urban Forest Leadership Award
Pennsylvania Horticultural Society
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Lawrence Enersen Award
Robert Benjamin
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Beacon Award
The Davey Tree Expert Company
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Frederick Law Olmsted Award
Ralph Campbell
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A Legacy of Partnership Award
USDA Forest Service
Award winners are recognized for their leadership in the cause of tree planting, conservation,and environmental stewardship.
Leaders in tree planting, conservation, and environmental stewardship from around the country and world are honored each year at our annual Arbor Day Awards celebration held in Nebraska City, Nebraska. The awards ceremony is part of the annual Arbor Day weekend celebration held at Lied Lodge & Conference Center.