HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Hillsborough Township is set to partner with FirstEnergy and Girl Scout Service Unit 72 on Friday, Nov. 6, to plant a new "Semiquincentennial Forest" at Beekman Basin.
According to the township, 250 trees donated by FirstEnergy will be planted in a single day.
The initiative is intended to mark 250 years of American history while creating what the township describes as a lasting ecological footprint for the local community.
Residents and local organizations are being invited to volunteer and help plant the trees.
Interested participants must complete a volunteer form as well as a Hold Harmless form before taking part.
Scan the QR code below or sign up using the registration link at buff.ly/cVrEyde.
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