Nominate a City of Rehoboth Beach tree

"When people say, “Oh, what a beautiful town!” what they are often saying is, “Oh, what beautiful trees!” This quote from Ed McMahon, a TED Talks speaker and urban planner, resonated with many of us when he shared his expertise at a well-attended public presentation at the Rehoboth Fire Hall this past fall. His talk addressed the necessity of preserving the distinctive character of towns, especially those that are tourist destinations. The premier Rehoboth Beach attraction is, of course, the Atlantic Ocean –  a draw the city shares with many successful tourist locations on the east coast. But what sets us apart from many other seaside resorts is our trees, and especially our tall canopy trees. As can easily be observed, most of our tall canopy trees are on private property, where they not only benefit the homeowner, but also provide shaded and beautiful walking and biking pathways for residents and visitors alike. The trees also help protect the quality of the water at our beaches and in our lakes.

In order to celebrate and honor the trees and those who preserve and care for them, the City of Rehoboth Beach Mayor’s Advisory Committee on Trees is proposing a self-guided tour, with a map and brochure that features outstanding high canopy trees throughout the city. While the committee has identified many trees that could be included, we are inviting homeowners to nominate their tree or other trees in town which bring them joy or have special meaning for them. To be considered for inclusion in the tour and brochure, please contact the Communications Department at [email protected] or call 302-227-2772.