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(817) 514-5855

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(817) 514-5866

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(817) 514-5864

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(817) 514-5865

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Watauga Historical Society

 

March 20, 2004 2009

 

The Historical Society of Watauga planted a Bur Oak Tree in Capp Smith Park that is dedicated to the military people from Watauga. 

There are many reasons that the Bur Oak was selected for this dedication.  This native tree flourishes in park soil and adapts quickly to rainfall. Two weeks after planting, it begins to take on very large green leaves.  When mature, it has acorns about the size of your fist.  Its Latin name means “large acorn.”  Birds and squirrels love this tree.  It has the least problems of any oak tree and is not susceptible to mistletoe or oak wilt. 

The Historical Society of Watauga meets every fourth Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. in the meeting room at the Watauga Public Library located at 7109 Whitley Road.  Click here to view more historical information about the City of Watauga. If you have any questions about the Watauga Historical Society, please call the Library at (817) 514-5865.