Official website of the 2012 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree; Join us in Celebrating Our Great Outdoors!

Watch the 2012 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

December 4th, 2012

(12/4/2012 : 5:oo pm EST)
Lighting of the 2012 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, Washington D.C.
Please click this link to be taken to the CSPAN video.[...]

2012 Christmas Tree Arrives at U.S. Capitol Building in Washington D.C.

November 26th, 2012

The 2012 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree has finally arrived at the Capitol in Washington D.C. Check out our Facebook Page for the most current informatio[...]

U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Arrives at Andrews Air Force Base

November 25th, 2012

The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree has arrived at Andrews Air Force Base! Immediately after our arrival, we will remove the banner, plywood and frame fro[...]

Awesome Videos of 2012 Capitol Christmas Tree Made Available

November 15th, 2012

Check out these incredible time-lapse videos of the 2012 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Cutting (at Ripple Creek Lodge) and the wrapping of the tree for [...]

2012 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree is Welcomed in Colorado Springs & Denver

November 12th, 2012

Even more photos from our latest stops. To see more, please visit the 2012 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree page on Facebook![...]

Art Display Captures the Spirit of the 2012 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree

November 11th, 2012

Photos of art courtesy of Lee Willis[...]

U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree visits Durango, Pagosa, Alamosa

November 11th, 2012

Even more photos from our latest stops. To see more, please visit the 2012 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree page on Facebook![...]

U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Visits Grand Junction, Montrose, Gateway and Cortez

November 10th, 2012

Just a few more photos from our latest stops. To see more, please visit the 2012 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree page on Facebook![...]

2012 U.S. Capitol Tree Visits Dillon, Glenwood Springs, Grand Junction & Montrose

November 8th, 2012

The latest photos from the road! The tree has now visited Dillon, Glenwood Springs, Grand Junction and is currently [November 8th - 4:51pm] in Montro[...]

Crowds Turn Out to See Capitol Tree in Rangely, Craig, and Steamboat Springs

November 7th, 2012

Just a few photos from yesterday’s events in Rangely, Craig, and Steamboat Springs Colorado!
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2012 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree is Packed Up & Headed for D.C.

November 6th, 2012

We hope you enjoy these photos of the tree being prepared for the long journey ahead. Thank you to all of the individuals who helped make this possibl[...]

Colorado Youth Selected to Light 2012 Capitol Christmas Tree

November 4th, 2012

Out of 1,381 entries from across Colorado, the White River National Forest and its nonprofit partner, Choose Outdoors, are pleased to announce Rya[...]

Meeker, CO Kicks Off 2012 Capitol Christmas Tree Celebration in Style

November 3rd, 2012

Photos from Kick Off Celebration [November 3, 2012][...]

2012 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Harvested & Set For National Tour

November 2nd, 2012

The 2012 Capitol Christmas Tree was harvested earlier today on the Blanco Ranger District of the White River National Forest. The 73-ftt Engelmann Spr[...]

Location of 2012 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Announced

October 29th, 2012

The White River National Forest and its nonprofit partner, Choose Outdoors, are pleased to announce the location of the 2012 U.S. Capitol Christma[...]

Meeker celebration kicks off 2012 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Tour

October 28th, 2012

On November 3, the citizens of Meeker will have the opportunity to help kick off festivities for the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree. The Meeker Chamber o[...]

Forest Restoration Challenge Fund launches with U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Tour

October 26th, 2012

Choose Outdoors, a nonprofit organization that promotes outdoor recreation on public lands, has announced plans to raise $25,000 to support restoratio[...]

2012 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Juried Art Exhibition Winner Selected

October 18th, 2012

DENVER (October 18, 2012) – The White River National Forest and its nonprofit partner Choose Outdoors today announced Cheryl St. John’s “Awaiting Sp[...]

Official 2012 Capitol Tree Song Chosen