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Foley Today
By the People, for the People
Foley Celebrates 45th Arbor Day with 700+ Tree Giveaway
The annual event honors local public servants and promotes tree planting in the community.
Feb. 4, 2026 at 10:07am
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Foley, Alabama will celebrate its 45th Arbor Day on February 28th by giving away over 700 trees to residents, as well as honoring the service of two late community members, City Councilman Richard 'Dick' Dayton and Foley Marketing Director LaDonna Hinesley, with memorial tree plantings.
Why it matters
Arbor Day events like this help promote the environmental and community benefits of urban tree planting, which include reducing erosion, lowering heating and cooling costs, producing oxygen, providing wildlife habitats, and enhancing the overall aesthetic of the local area. Foley has been recognized as a Tree City USA for its commitment to this cause.
The details
During the Arbor Day celebration, the city will give away 720 trees in 3-gallon containers, with varieties including summer red maple, green giant arborvitae, live oak, crape myrtles, nuttall oak, and several magnolia species. Residents can receive one free tree at the event. The celebration will also feature presentations from the Alabama Forestry Commission, Baldwin County Master Gardeners, and certified arborists, as well as participation from Boy Scout Troop 77 and the Foley High School Air Force Junior ROTC.
- The Foley Arbor Day celebration will take place on Saturday, February 28, 2026.
- City Councilman Richard 'Dick' Dayton and Foley Marketing Director LaDonna Hinesley, who both passed away in 2025, will be honored with memorial tree plantings during the event.
The players
Foley
The city of Foley, Alabama, which has been recognized as a Tree City USA for its commitment to urban tree planting and environmental initiatives.
Richard 'Dick' Dayton
A former Foley City Councilman who passed away in 2025 and will be honored with a memorial tree planting during the Arbor Day celebration.
LaDonna Hinesley
The former Foley Marketing Director who passed away in 2025 and will be honored with a memorial tree planting during the Arbor Day celebration.
What’s next
The winning posters from the Arbor Day Poster Contest will be on display during the event.
The takeaway
Foley's longstanding commitment to Arbor Day celebrations and urban tree planting demonstrates the city's dedication to environmental sustainability and community engagement, providing residents with free trees and educational resources to promote the benefits of a greener, more livable city.
