Colorado’s Christmas tree arrives at the U.S. Capitol today
WASHINGTON — The Christmas tree from Meeker arrived today at the U.S. Capitol, where it will adorn the grounds and please the masses through December.
Sen. Mark Udall, a Democrat, issued a statement: “Colorado is home to some of the most stunning forests our country … I hope my colleagues will see this tree not only as a symbol of why we need to cherish and protect our forests, but also as a reminder of the work that still has to be done to ensure our forests remain vibrant and verdant.”
Udall was on the original trek out to White River National Forest earlier this fall to select the tree. It was packed on a Mack truck and equipped with rubber “diapers” to give it water during its long drive to Washington.