Arbor Day is recognized on April 27, a nationwide event to celebrate the importance of trees and taking care of our planet and nature.

Asbury Woods hosted a free, Arbor Day celebration on Saturday afternoon.

Families could learn how to identify trees, take a hike, attend a lecture about the importance of trees and enjoy some tree-themed crafts too.

J. Thomas Tree Service was on hand to give advice about tree care to parents as well.

There was also a tree giveaway where people could bring home their own tree to plant in their yards.