Ocean County has launched a Big Tree Registry, a compilation of the largest native and naturalized tree species in the county. These trees, nominated by Ocean County residents will have environmental and historical value and should be conserved for future generations.
Ocean County has been part of the New Jersey Forest Service (NJFS) who oversees the state Big Tree Conservation Program and keeps a record of the largest trees in the state since the 1930s.
Benefits of big trees include the following:
• Remove tons of pollution from our air annually
• Trees combat climate change by removing CO2
• Lower electric costs up to 50% via shading
• Prevent water runoff, erosion, and water pollution
• Prevent flooding
• Roots filter ground water by absorbing nutrients and toxins
• Provide wildlife habitat
• Provide wood and high-quality forest products
• Big Trees unify communities and organizations
• Can increase property values by as much as 15%
• Slow water evaporation via shade saving water
• Create visually pleasing barriers
• Natural sound barriers
• Increase traffic to businesses
There are many benefits of conserving these trees. The Ocean County Parks and Recreation Department takes great pride in educating the public on the proper conservation and maintenance of our big trees to help ensure that they will survive for many years to come
More info: https://www.oceancountyparks.org/frmBigTreeRegistry
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