Healthy Trees, Healthy Lives

Trees and forests can transform your health. There's something remarkably simple that anyone can do to improve their well-being: Spend time near trees.

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Research into the health benefits of nature has “exploded” said Jay Maddock, an experimental psychologist and director of the Center for Health & Nature at Texas A&M University.
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[Texas State Parks @TPWDparks]

It's bluebonnet time in Texas! Report your sightings 👇🏽

#FunFact: The bluebonnet beat out the prickly pear and the cotton boll to become the Texas state flower.

📷 Lake Somerville State Park northwest of Brenham

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STEM with actual stems: Missouri pushes to get students outside via @csmonitor https://t.co/aRn6rPyaZu

[Texas A&M Forest Service @TXForestService]

See real-time tons of carbon captured from the atmosphere and stored in Texas forests in our Texas Forest Carbon Clock here: https://t.co/eBL7eAnaxP 🌳🌲

#ForestryFactFriday

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#NationalArborDay is the last Friday in April every year. This holiday celebrates the planting, upkeep and conservation of trees. Celebrate with us by getting outdoors and reaping all the benefits trees provide for our health. https://t.co/2k7hLEjIyx

[Texas A&M Forest Service @TXForestService]

Happy #EarthDay! We’re celebrating this year by highlighting just a few of the countless benefits that trees and forests provide the Earth – clean water, carbon dioxide storage and clean air. Celebrate earth day by spending time around trees!

[Arbor Day Foundation @arborday]

It's #EarthDay! This is just a typical Saturday for us. That’s because around here, every day is Earth Day.

The more trees we plant, the more impact we’ll have on our one and only home. Join us in the fight for a greener, healthier planet for generations to come 🌳💪🌍

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Let’s make every day Earth Day with #HealthyTreesHealthyLives! Trees can transform your health in remarkable ways, so what better way to celebrate #EarthDay than spending some time outdoors while also improving your well-being? https://t.co/Wttz2bNlQG

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Researchers are learning that the more trees planted in a neighborhood, the longer people live. Read more.

[ActivEnviro (formerly GP RED) @GPREDorg]

How can we create recreation facilities and parks that are not just sustainable, but also regenerate our environment? GP RED supports the work of NRPA. Read NRPA article to learn more: https://t.co/KgmO04iXSK #GPRED #community #regenerativedesign #sustainability

[Arbor Day Foundation @arborday]

When it comes to celebrating #ArborDay, you better believe we say Yes in a big way. Now it’s your turn.

So grab your gardening gloves and join an event in your area, plant a tree in your yard, or hit the donate button—however you say it, your Yes makes a difference.

[American Forests @AmericanForests]

Did you know investing in #TreeEquity can provide economic opportunities for people in our communities? Join us in advocating for equal access to urban forestry in all communities by sharing this post to raise awareness about the importance of Tree Equity #ForestsAreInOurHands

[Texas Trees Foundation @Texas_Trees]

Spring planting season winding down, @DallasISD Thomas J. Rusk Middle School received 80 new trees yesterday! Thank you to the school staff, students & volunteers for their assistance in greening the campus! #trees #treeplanters

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Did you know that in general, individuals who are more connected to nature tend to happier? Well its true! Get outside and spend time with trees! #HealthyTreesHealthyLives #MentalHealthMonday

[Texas A&M Forest Service @TXForestService]

🌳 Walking in and around trees decreases mental fatigue by relaxing and restoring your mind. #MotivationalMonday #HealthyTreesHealthyLives

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A tree a day keeps the doctor away! #HealthyTreesHealthyLives wants you to learn more about the healing benefits trees provide! Check out the website and see how you can use #TreesAsMedicine! https://t.co/LS0Mere5nR

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[Davey Tree Expert Co @DaveyTree]

Today's the @CleGuardians home opener! We're excited, b/c that means the #SwingfortheTrees program officially kicks off today. One tree will be planted in #CLE for every home run hit at regular season home games by a Guardians player. More home runs ⚾ = More 🌳's! #ForTheLand