Field and Study bid farewell to old trees
SANDTON - The Friends of Field and Study announced that many old wattle and blue gum trees at the Field and Study recreation centre would be cut down due to disease, and a farewell for the trees will be held on 25 July.
Chairperson of the Friends of Field and Study, Rose Johnson said, “To the multitude of users of Field and Study Park, it will come as sad news that we are about to lose many of our majestic old trees which have been a landmark of the park and the area for over 100 years.”
She added that the trees were initially planted in 1891 by the Wilhelmi family, who were the first owners of the land, but with every tree cut down another will be planted.
Johnson said, “I say to all of you who love that River Walk, enjoy every minute we have left of those majestic, iconic trees that have looked down on generations using the park. It won’t be the same again in my lifetime.”
Residents are required to bring food and drink to the farewell event, while tables and seating will be provided. All who attend will be presented with a history of the park, and a short talk by chairperson of the Parkmore Community Association, Julian Ortlepp.
Details: Rose@fofs.co.za
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