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SUMMARY:Ag Park Trail of Trees
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to participate in a unique way to publicize your business\, organization\, group\, or remember a loved one by sponsoring a tree at the Ag Park Trail of Trees. This drive through event is in its third year and is a great way to come together and promote community spirit during the holidays. Whether your tree is a work of art\, or is intended to promote your business\, this is an opportunity to participate in a great community event. Christmas trees will be on display at the Giles County Agri Park the second weekend of December. \n \n\nFAQ's\n\nWhat is the Ag Park Trail of Trees?\n\nThis is just like what is sounds - a trail of Christmas trees and displays in Giles County's Agri-Park during the second weekend of December. An anticipated 45 trees and multiple displays will decorate the park.\n\nWhere is it located?\n\nThe Trail is located at the Giles County Agri-Park just south of the intersection of 31 and 64 highways. \n\nWho organizes this event?\n\nThe Evergreen Expedition was founded as a project of the Giles County Agri-Park committee.\n\nWho decorates the trees?\n\nEach tree is sponsored by a local corporation\, group\, family or individual\, and decorated by its sponsor. Trees can have themes that match the company's mission\, or sometimes they're just totally unique! Each tree has a sign with the sponsor's names. Sponsoring a tree is a great way to market your business\, boost employee morale\, and just be creative. \n\nWhen does the Trail of Trees open & how long does it last?\n\nThe event will be open the first and second weekends of December. The park will open on Friday\, December 6th at 5pm until 9pm\, Saturday\, December 7th there will be walk-through from 1-3pm and the drive through from 6-10pm. And Sunday\, December 8th from 5-9pm for the first weekend. The park will open on Friday\, December 13th at 5pm until 9pm\, Saturday\, December 14th there will be walk-through from 1-3pm and the drive through from 6-10pm. And Sunday\, December 15th from 5-9pm for the second weekend. \n\nDo I have to pay to attend?\n\nThis is a FREE community event.  However\, we are asking each tree sponsor for a $25 donation to go towards some expenses of candy canes and gift cards to pass out to the community as they attend the event.  We will also have a can food collection point at the event for anyone that wishes to donate.  All food collected will be distributed to Giles County food banks.   \n\nHow can I participate?\n\nRegister online at gilescountychamber.com/events before noon on 12/2/24. Can't register online? Visit the Chamber for registration assistance.\n\nWhat should participants know?\n\n\n	Trees are 7.5' and pre-lit with warm white lights.\n	Sponsors are responsible for providing decorations and a 20' outdoor rated extension cord.\n	Trees will be displayed around the Agri-Park driveway and are assigned on a first come\, first serve basis.\n	Sponsor signage will be provided upon arrival to decorate your tree.\n	The Agri-Park will be open to decorate your tree from 12pm-4pm on December 4th & December 5th.\n	All trees must be completed by 4pm on December 5th.\n	Decorations should be able to withstand weather. The Giles County Agri-Park recommends using zip ties\, string\, or other ties to secure your decorations. \n	Giles County Agri-Park is not responsible for any decorations that are damaged\, lost\, or stolen. \n	Decorations must be removed between 12pm & 4pm on December 16th.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">You are invited to participate in a unique way to publicize your business\, organization\, group\, or remember a loved one by sponsoring a tree at the Ag Park Trail of Trees</span><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">. This drive through event is in its third year and is a great way to come together and promote community spirit during the holidays. Whether your tree is a work of art\, or is intended to promote your business\, this is an opportunity to participate in a great community event. Christmas trees will be on display at the Giles County Agri Park the second weekend of December.&nbsp\;</span></span></p>\n&nbsp\;\n\n<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\; padding: 0pt 0pt 22pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-weight: 700\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">FAQ&rsquo\;s</span></span></p>\n\n<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-weight: 700\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">What is the Ag Park Trail of Trees?</span></span></p>\n\n<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\; padding: 0pt 0pt 19pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(8\, 27\, 63)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">This is just like what is sounds - a trail of Christmas trees and displays in Giles County&rsquo\;s Agri-Park during the second weekend of December. An anticipated 45 trees and multiple displays will decorate the park.</span></span></p>\n\n<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-weight: 700\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">Where is it located?</span></span></p>\n\n<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\; padding: 0pt 0pt 17pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">The Trail is located at the Giles County Agri-Park just south of the intersection of 31 and 64 highways.&nbsp\;</span></span></p>\n\n<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\; padding: 0pt 0pt 17pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-weight: 700\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">Who organizes this event?</span></span><br />\n<span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(8\, 27\, 63)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">The Evergreen Expedition was founded as a project of the Giles County Agri-Park committee.</span></span></p>\n\n<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-weight: 700\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">Who decorates the trees?</span></span></p>\n\n<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\; padding: 0pt 0pt 17pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">Each tree is sponsored by a local corporation\, group\, family or individual\, and decorated by its sponsor. Trees can have themes that match the company&rsquo\;s mission\, or sometimes they&rsquo\;re just totally unique! Each tree has a sign with the sponsor&rsquo\;s names. Sponsoring a tree is a great way to market your business\, boost employee morale\, and just be creative.&nbsp\;</span></span></p>\n\n<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\; padding: 0pt 0pt 17pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-weight: 700\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">When does the Trail of Trees open &amp\; how long does it last?</span></span><br />\n<span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(8\, 27\, 63)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">The event will be open the first and second weekends of December. The park will open on Friday\, December 6th at 5pm until 9pm\, Saturday\, December 7th there will be walk-through from 1-3pm and the drive through from 6-10pm. And Sunday\, December 8th from 5-9pm for the first weekend. </span></span><span style="color: rgb(8\, 27\, 63)\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; font-size: 16px\; white-space-collapse: preserve\;">The park will open on Friday\, December 13</span><span style="color: rgb(8\, 27\, 63)\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; font-size: 16px\; white-space-collapse: preserve\;">th at 5pm until 9pm\, Saturday\, December 14</span><span style="color: rgb(8\, 27\, 63)\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; font-size: 16px\; white-space-collapse: preserve\;">th there will be walk-through from 1-3pm and the drive through from 6-10pm. And Sunday\, December 15</span><span style="color: rgb(8\, 27\, 63)\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; font-size: 16px\; white-space-collapse: preserve\;">th from 5-9pm for the second weekend. </span></p>\n\n<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-weight: 700\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">Do I have to pay to attend?</span></span></p>\n\n<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\; padding: 0pt 0pt 19pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(8\, 27\, 63)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">This is a </span><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(8\, 27\, 63)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">FREE</span><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(8\, 27\, 63)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;"> community event.&nbsp\; However\, we are asking each tree sponsor for a $25 donation to go towards some expenses of candy canes and gift cards to pass out to the community as they attend the event.&nbsp\; We will also have a can food collection point at the event for anyone that wishes to donate.&nbsp\; All food collected will be distributed to Giles County food banks.&nbsp\;&nbsp\;&nbsp\;</span></span></p>\n\n<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-weight: 700\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">How can I participate?</span></span></p>\n\n<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\; padding: 0pt 0pt 17pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">Register online at </span><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; text-decoration-line: underline\; text-decoration-skip-ink: none\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">gilescountychamber.com/events</span><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;"> before noon on 12/2/24. Can&rsquo\;t register online? Visit the Chamber for registration assistance.</span></span></p>\n\n<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2\;margin-top:0pt\;margin-bottom:0pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(8\, 27\, 63)\; background-color: transparent\; font-weight: 700\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">What should participants know?</span></span></p>\n\n<ul dir="ltr">\n	<li style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">Trees are 7.5&rsquo\; and pre-lit with warm white lights.</span></span></li>\n	<li style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">Sponsors are responsible for providing decorations and a 20&rsquo\; outdoor rated extension cord.</span></span></li>\n	<li style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">Trees will be displayed around the Agri-Park driveway and are assigned on a first come\, first serve basis.</span></span></li>\n	<li style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">Sponsor signage will be provided upon arrival to decorate your tree.</span></span></li>\n	<li style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">The Agri-Park will be open to decorate your tree from 12pm-4pm on December 4th &amp\; December 5th.</span></span></li>\n	<li style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; text-decoration-line: underline\; text-decoration-skip-ink: none\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">All trees must be completed by 4pm on December 5th.</span></span></li>\n	<li style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">Decorations should be able to withstand weather. The Giles County Agri-Park recommends using zip ties\, string\, or other ties to secure your decorations.&nbsp\;</span></span></li>\n	<li style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">Giles County Agri-Park is not responsible for any decorations that are damaged\, lost\, or stolen.&nbsp\;</span></span></li>\n	<li style="line-height: 1.2\; margin-top: 0pt\; margin-bottom: 0pt\;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d90b37d-7fff-cc4a-8789-52359e08cc08"><span style="font-size: 12pt\; font-family: Montserrat\, sans-serif\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; background-color: transparent\; font-variant-numeric: normal\; font-variant-east-asian: normal\; vertical-align: baseline\; white-space: pre-wrap\;">Decorations must be removed between 12pm &amp\; 4pm on December 16th.</span></span></li>\n</ul>\n
LOCATION:The Ag Park Trail of Trees is located at the Giles County Agri-Park just south of the intersection of 31 and 64 highways at 2014 Elkton Pike in Pulaski\, Tennessee.
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