BELFAST families are invited to plant trees at Orangefield Park on Saturday November 29 to celebrate National Tree Week.The event, taking place between 12-4pm, will also be marking the first of four seasonal events planned for the park by Belfast City Council, Bloomfield Wildlife Watch and BBC Breathing Places.
Lynn McCreery, Outreach and Development officer, said she hopes getting the community involved in the east Belfast park will create a sense of pride and encourage more people to use the facilities available.
“Children and adults are being asked to get their hands dirty while learning about the environment in their local park and the native species which grow there”, she said.
“There will also be games, a nature walk, an orienteering trail or for the less energetic arts and crafts sessions.
“It is a chance for young people to learn about their environment and the important part parks play in health, leisure and simple enjoyment.”
Children must be accompanied by an adult when participating in the activities and everyone is asked to wear sensible clothing and footwear.
By Cathy Black
© FAME Inc
