With the Christmas season just on the horizon and everyone in the mood for decorating a tree, The Wakamow Rotary Club of Moose Jaw (WRCM) will again be selling trees beside the Co-op Gas bar starting November 25 at 3 p.m until December 9th at 4 p.m.
The stand will be open from 11am-8pm week days. Saturdays from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sundays from 12 pm-5 pm while tree selection lasts.
The Wakamow Rotary Club of Moose Jaw has always been visible in promoting and supporting local community, as well as doing their global projects. .
“We want the tree buying experience to be a joyful experience. We’ve had a tradition for several years now of Santa appearing at the tree sales. Santa is going to be at the tree compound on Saturdays from 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. and he will offer families help with picking out a Christmas tree, as well give the option of taking COVID-19 friendly photos with children or families,” said Glenn Hagel, club member of the Wakamow Rotary Club of Moose Jaw.
“All funds will support community projects and global projects. One of the things our club does is we give a receipt that shows customers where their Christmas tree money is going to in regards of creating a better world,” Hagel stated.
The trees are all grown and supplied in Saskatchewan by McKay Farms, located near North Battleford.
McKay farms is known for winning the Canadian National Christmas Tree Competition.
The variety of trees this year will include Balsam, Fraser Fir, White and Meyer’s Spruce.
“I love trees. Saskatchewan trees are very tough to survive our long winters outside. When we harvest them, they are full of moisture and are guaranteed to last,” said Geordie McKay, owner of McKay Farms.
“Whenever you get your tree from any lot, cut-off half an inch to an inch at the bottom and put it in only warm water. No sugar, no nothing else. If trees run out of water they are not going to last as long; fresh water should be given all the time to your Christmas tree,” advised McKay.
“We look forward to wishing a Merry Christmas to our many regular costumers, as well as our new customers. We really deeply appreciate the support that enables our club to make the difference globally and locally,” said Hagel.
Tree sales will be conducted through cash or check. The Co-op gas bar will make their ATM available to pre-purchasing customers on that day.
