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New orleans gives old christmas trees a new life in the wetlands by helicopter
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New orleans gives old christmas trees a new life in the wetlands by helicopter

Each year, New Orleans gives thousands of bare, discarded Christmas trees a surprising second life by flying them into Bayou Sauvage wetlands by helicopter. So: bundled branches slow waves and trap sediment, helping rebuild marshland, stabilize shorelines, and create habitat for local wildlife. The nearly 30-year partnership has helped restore marshland equal to about 330 football fields, while giving Louisiana National Guard crews valuable helicopter training. And here's the thing: residents only need to remove decorations and leave their trees out for collection before this festive recycling effort gets underway.
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