Save the date for the 2014 annual, Maryland Arborist Association Arborist Day!
The location for 2014 is Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Frederick, MD. Historical Background: Mount Olivet Cemetery is located in Historic Frederick, MD and home to the gravesites of Francis Scott Key, Barbara Fritchie, Governor Thomas Johnson, the first governor of the state of Maryland, and many other notables. Known as "The Cemetery Beautiful," Mount Olivet is one of the most beautiful cemeteries in the state and a proud member of Frederick County. The Charter of Mount Olivet Cemetery was recorded among the Land Records of Frederick County on October 4th, 1852. The first interment, that of Mrs. Ann Crawford, was on May 28, 1854. Today, in excess of 34,000 graves are occupied, many of them Civil War soldiers from both sides.
Morning coffee, juice and donuts, and lunch will be provided to all. All participants must bring their own climbing and personal protective equipment. All gear/equipment must be up to MOSH, ANSI ZI33, and TCIA standards.
To register, please either download an event brochure, available by seletcing here, or you may register online, selecting here.
Rain Date: May 3, 2014
Visit their website for more interesting details, including the fact that Francis Scott Key is buried there!
http://www.mountolivetcemeteryinc.com/