Theodore Roosevelt once said, "To exist as a nation, to prosper as a state, and to live as people, we must have trees."

"Trees and their associated vegetation have a relaxing effect on humans, giving them a general feeling of calmness and well-being." - U.S. Dept. of Agriculture

"Healthy, well cared for trees beautify a community and improve the overall quality of life." - N.J. Division of Parks and Forestry Service

"Landscaping, especially with trees, can increase property values as much as 20 percent." - Mangement Information Services/ICMA

"One acre of forest absorbs six tons of carbon dioxide and puts out four tons of oxygen.  This is enough to meet the annual needs of 18 people." - U.S. Dept. of Agriculture

"Trees properly placed around buildings can reduce air conditioning needs by 30 percent and can save 20 to 50 percent in energy used for heating." - USDA Forest Service