Some trees are landmarks, and feeling runs high when they are cut down. But a tree doesn’t need to be so well known in order to inspire art. What trees are there in your neighbourhood? Write a poem about your local, or favourite, tree.

Antler tree

Antler tree” flickr photo by NomadWarMachine shared under a Creative Commons (BY-NC-SA) license

This October (8-22), join the National Writing Project and the National Park Service for Write Out 2023. Organized as a public invitation to get out and create, supported by a series of free online activities, Write Out invites educators, students, and families to explore national parks and other public spaces. The goal is to connect and learn through place-based writing and sharing. This year’s theme is Poetry, Prose and Parks! Learn more and sign up: https://writeout.nwp.org

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