Celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2015, the National Big Tree Program has been a testament to American Forests’ legacy of leadership in recognizing the beauty and critical ecosystem services provided by our biggest and oldest trees. Visit the American Forests website.

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As part of Dumont Shade Tree Commission's first 5 year Plan, a history of the borough and its trees was written. That document is viewable by clicking HERE.

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Why are big trees more beneficial than small trees? Quite simply, if they have space to grow, a large mature tree provides more shade, cleaner air, more stormwater management and more shaded streets than a smaller tree. To read more from the US Forest Service (Dept. of Agriculture), click here.

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How old are these big trees? Click here to calculate the approximate age of a tree.