The Year in Pictures

See How America Celebrated IYOF

We captured some great memories during our yearlong celebration, and now you can see all of them in our album. Take a look through photos from the official campaign launch, family-owned tree farms, celebration events around the U.S. and more, all in celebration of trees and forests.

See Who Celebrated the Year of Forests

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Campaign Highlights

  • The official U.S. celebration of IYOF, “Celebrate Forests. Celebrate Life.” launched on March 1, 2011 in DC.
  • 115 events were held in 34 states and 1 territory.
  • Two states and one town made official IYOF proclamations.
  • First Annual National Walk in the Woods Day was held on May 21, 2011.
  • IYOF Photography Fellow visits 6 states and is documented in Huffington Post and Grist.
  • UNEP and UN Ambassador Don Cheadle creates "Supporting Forests" PSA.

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