In the proclamation, Martinez said, “Trees provide solace to the human spirit and necessities to the human body, including food, fuel, shelter and medicine.” During his speech, Nava joked that the first crop of piñon nuts from the trees belongs to the Adjutant General. He quickly added that he’ll share with anyone who comes to his office. McQueen lauded the NMNG’s environmental program during his remarks. Although the trees were already planted, dignitaries present finished filling in the holes to end the ceremony. Chris Fritzsche, an environmental specialist with the NMNG, spearheaded the event with the assistance of his coworkers.]]>
