NORTH COAST, Calif. — Every year since 1970, federal officials have designated a tree from one of the United States’ national forests to be showcased during the holiday season as the U.S. Capitol Christmas tree.
This year, this tremendous honor has been bestowed on the great state of California.
Affectionately known as “Sugar Bear,” the 84-foot white fir originated from the Six Rivers National Forest on the North Coast.
Sugar Bear is making its way across the state, visiting communities in all corners of the state, before it officially hits the road for our nation’s Capitol.
The US Capitol Tree will pull into the State Capitol this Wednesday where the state of California will host its official celebration of the US Capitol Christmas tree starting at noon. This festive event will be led by the North Coast Sen. Mike McGuire.
The event will be livestreamed at https://sd02.senate.ca.gov/video.
“We are proud to join with our tribal and federal partners to showcase the beauty of Northern California this Wednesday,” Sen. McGuire said. “We invite all Californians to take part in this festive event at the State Capitol or virtually to celebrate the US Capitol Christmas tree. We’ll be joined by some special guests including Santa Claus and Smokey Bear, there will be plenty of holiday cookies and of course — Christmas carols.”
California state officials will also be participating, including remarks by California Natural Resources Secretary Wade Crowfoot, Chairman John Elgin of the Lassic Band of the Wylacki-Wintoon Family Group will perform a blessing ceremony, Visit California’s President and CEO Caroline Beteta will provide remarks, students from both Del Norte and Humboldt County schools will present handmade ornaments and Sacramento State’s Vocal Jazz Choir will be on hand singing Christmas carols.
North Coast tree known as ‘Sugar Bear’ heading to DC to become US Capitol tree
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