Oak Planting Project In Ireland | Nature

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Outside of Armagh, in a townland called Drumconwell, there exists an oak planting project. Set on nine acres of wonderful countryside, and overlooking the beautiful city of Armagh, is Rooted in Ireland. This is historical land indeed, the center of St Patrick's church, and an area steeped in tradition and folklore. Armagh is a modern city as well, boasting a modern 4 star hotel, numerous golf courses, and a wealth of visitor attractions. Many of the nearby villages are worthy of a visit just for their own attractions, and it is an area that, once visited, is never forgotten.

Ireland, and Armagh in particular, has a serious lack of trees. Once heavily forested, centuries of destruction have taken their toll, and Ireland is a sparse landscape, when it comes to trees. This is why Rooted in Ireland was born, and this is its' story.

The people behind the project, had spent a long time trying to think of a wholesome and environmentally friendly project, and one that was unique to the area. After reading an article in an Australian newspaper about a similar project over there, the decision was made..they would plant oak trees!. The idea was met with scorn by a lot of people, but the directors of the project decided to press on, and Rooted in Ireland was born. To date, a total of 1700 trees have been planted. The costs of running an ambitious project such as this is met with a rather unique idea; when the trees have been planted, they are then offered for dedication to interested parties, who receive a certificate of ownership, and a frame ready photograph of their tree. The tree number is noted, and the person's name, and an inscription is entered in the tree ledger. The trees have been dedicated for a variety of purposes so far, some as memorials, some as gifts, and others to mark a birth or marriage. The response to the project has been great so far, with most of the dedications coming from America, but some from as far away as Moscow. People from all around the world can see the benefit of a project such as Rooted in Ireland.

When the project reaches its' completion, there will have been ten thousand trees planted in total. The site will have been developed to make it visitor friendly, complete with viewing platforms, historical cottage, and a host of other interesting items. The project is being considered for funding by various government bodies, but the directors will keep going until the project is successfully finished. Rooted in Ireland is a labor of love...the directors financed the project themselves, and do not make any money from it. All the income currently goes towards planting more oak trees, and developing the site further, all with a common aim....to plant the future!.

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Rooted in Ireland is an oak planting project in Ireland. They offer Memorial Trees, and also have an Irish Gifts online store.

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