Wednesday, April 22nd is Earth Day. According to Wikipedia,
Earth Day, celebrated April 22, is a day designed to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth’s environment. It is held annually during both spring in the northern hemisphere and autumn in the southern hemisphere. It was founded by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson as an environmental teach-in in 1970 and is celebrated in many countries every year.
We recently learned that over at ImaginePeace.com, Yoko Ono has launched a project asking people around the world to plant a wish tree, or to designate a wish tree in their backyards. She asks people to write wishes on pieces of paper and tie them to the tree. We are stoked, considering this is exactly the type of thing that brings people back to nature, reminding them of the importance of trees and gets people wishing for good things to come to them and their loved ones. All-around incredible initiative.
Here on Maui, we have a problem with our forests. They have been clear-cut, they are diminishing more and more, and restoration is greatly needed. Hawai’i's native trees are meant to be here, and they are gravely needed for wind abatement, healthy soils, and to keep moisture from evaporating in the sun. They even play an important role in healthy reefs and ocean life.
Keep reading after the jump to learn how you can help Maui for Earth Day!
Native trees are crucial to our future because we need the soil to sustain us. You know how our skin is the largest vital organ in our body? Well, the soil is kind of like that for the Earth. Planting native trees is the best way we can preserve fresh rainwater for our grandchildren. One of the wettest places on Earth is in danger of drying up. You can help.
This year for Earth Day, we ask all of you to consider planting a wish (in the roots of a native tree) on Maui.
- Local Mauians: Call Joe Imhoff at 808-250-1469 to order your native tree. There will be several species to choose from, and a range of prices to suit your needs. You can also email us here. Then, once you’ve got your tree, plant it with your wishes underneath, then watch your wishes grow! Delivery is available. Scroll down to buy your tree and make your wish via PayPal.
- Non-residents: You can also participate from afar! We will plant your tree (and your wishes) in Maui on your behalf. Included in this is the opportunity to have your tree marked on Google Earth at its exact geographic location. Contact us by phone or email to make arrangements. Or, scroll down to purchase a tree and send your wish via PayPal!
- Buy Plant A Wish merchandise. We have a bunch of great-looking t-shirts, tote bags, and great “awareness-raising” bumper stickers. All proceeds support our efforts in making “Localize Me” this fall. Click here to check out the goods.
For more information, or to arrange a special “Plant A Wish” event, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Make your tree selections and order below. The Earth (especially the Maui part of the Earth) thanks you!
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