Even though it might be just whimsical holiday fun, decorating trees in public spaces like highways, sidewalks and parks is doing more harm than you think. However, if this is a holiday tradition that you and your loved ones can’t do without, we’ve got some helpful hints that will keep you off Santa’s naughty list.
As enjoyable as this activity might be, in general it’s not a great idea to decorate a tree in a public space. Aside from the safety concerns of parking along a busy highway, exiting the vehicle and walking around nearby where cars are speeding past, there are many environmental issues to consider. Think about the following before decorating a public tree:
Plastic Problems
Breakable Baubles
Winter Watershed Woes
Un-Merry Mess
Don’t lose your holiday hope just yet. If you feel you simply must decorate a tree in a public space, there are ways to do it in an environmentally responsible fashion. It’s our holiday wish that you employ these tips if you choose to decorate public trees:
I hope I don’t sound like Ebenezer Scrooge when I talk about decorating outdoor trees. It’s only that this activity leaves a lot of room for error when it comes to being a good environmental steward. But if you take the time and extra effort to do it responsibly, you can have a fun family outing that will enrich your holiday experience.
