April 3, 2026 3:40 a.m. 

Roseburg Parks and Recreation is inviting the community to celebrate Arbor Month with special activities including tree plantings and a photo contest throughout April.

A city release said Monday, April 13th, Mayor Larry Rich is expected to proclaim April as “Arbor Month” in Roseburg, where the Tree City USA flag is flying outside of city hall throughout the month. Arbor Day is officially Friday, April 24th.

Roseburg is marking a decade of “Tree City” recognition. Roseburg was first designated as a “Tree City” in 2016 by the Arbor Day Foundation. The city has applied to retain that title each year, and the title has been renewed again in 2026.

Parks and Recreation staff will offer Arbor Month activities and educational posts all month long. Tips for celebrating and caring for trees will be posted to social media twice a week on Mondays and Fridays throughout the month.

Parks and Recreation are also sponsoring the 2026 Arbor Day Photo Contest. Enter the contest through Friday, April 17th. The top three photos will be announced on Arbor Day on the city’s Facebook pages. Winning photos will also be highlighted in the City Connection e-newsletter this spring.

Find out more about Arbor Month opportunities, on the Parks and Recreation Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/roseburgparks