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TCA Plays Key Role In Delivery Of The “People’s Tree”

This year, the Willamette National Forest will bring the 2018 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, also known as “The People’s Tree,” to more than 25 communities this holiday season.

For the sixth year, the Truckload Carriers Association will be playing a key role in the delivery of “The People’s Tree.” TCA member company, and 2018 Best Fleets to Drive For Small Carrier Category Winner, Central Oregon Truck Company, will be transporting the tree.

On Friday, November 2, the tree will be cut and prepared for the more than 3,000-mile journey that commemorates the second inspiration for the theme — the 175th anniversary of the Oregon Trail — by following a reverse path of the trail.

A series of festive events will be hosted by local communities at museums, main streets, city halls, state capitols, markets, retailers, high schools, and even a parade.

This November, TCA member companies Meritor, Inc. and MHC Kenworth, as well as Doran Logistics Services, will be hosting a whistlestop November 20 and 23 in their respective cities.

Whistlestop attendees will have the opportunity to sign the trailer banner, learn about the Willamette National Forest and the great state of Oregon, purchase U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree merchandise, and more.

TCA encourages member companies to visit the events, which will take place in Oregon, Idaho, Wyoming, Nebraska, Maryland, Ohio, Missouri, Kansas. 

Click here for a list of exact dates and locations.

The official tree lighting will occur in early December as determined by the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives.

In addition to Central Oregon Truck Company, Doran Logistics Services, Meritor, Inc., and Kenworth Truck Company, numerous TCA member companies play a vital role in the tree’s delivery: Eaton Corporation, Great West Casualty Company, Pilot Flying J, and SkyBitz

For tour information, event details, news and updates, and to track the tree cross-country, visit www.capitolchristmastree.com or search the hashtag #CapitolChristmasTree on social media networks.

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