LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — The Humboldt-Toiyabe Nationwide Forest is asking on Nevadans to participate in crafting 10,000 handmade ornaments for the 2025 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree and smaller companion timber.
“For the first time, The People’s Tree will be harvested here in Nevada, decorated by Nevadans and transported to our nation’s capital for the holiday season,” Humboldt-Toiyabe Nationwide Forest wrote in a publish on Fb.
The theme for this 12 months’s tree is Starry Skies to Neon Lights—Spirit of the Silver State.
Instructed interpretations for the themes embrace the distinction between Nevada’s desert night time skies and its vibrant metropolis lights, iconic areas akin to Lake Tahoe and Crimson Rock Canyon, and symbols of conservation like Smokey Bear and Woodsy Owl.
The Humboldt-Toiyabe Nationwide Forest is inviting people and teams throughout Nevada to take part in a novel alternative—creating ornaments for the 2025 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree. (Humboldt-Toiyabe Nationwide Forest) 
The theme for this 12 months’s tree is Starry Skies to Neon Lights—Spirit of the Silver State, which highlights the wonder, historical past, and tradition of Nevada. (Humboldt-Toiyabe Nationwide Forest) 
All ornaments have to be created from pure, recyclable, or repurposed supplies. (Humboldt-Toiyabe Nationwide Forest)
A complete of three,500 giant out of doors ornaments, measuring between 9 and twelve inches, are wanted to resist wind, rain, and snow. Moreover, 6,500 smaller ornaments, starting from 4 to 10 inches in measurement, might be used to embellish indoor timber and don’t have to be weatherproof.
All ornaments have to be created from pure, recyclable, or repurposed supplies. Sharp objects, business logos, and divisive or offensive imagery should not allowed. Ornaments can’t be returned as soon as submitted.
The deadline to submit ornaments is Sept. 15, 2025. Submissions may be dropped off at any Humboldt-Toiyabe Nationwide Forest workplace or mailed to: 1536 South Carson StreetCarson Metropolis, Nevada 89701
Along with ornaments, the Forest Service can also be accepting donations of surplus crafting, stitching, and recyclable supplies to assist ornament-making occasions throughout the state.
