DESTREHAN — Those in St. Charles Parish wishing to donate their real Christmas trees to local wetlands protection and enhancement efforts should place their trees curbside for pickup by Jan. 12.

Alternatively, trees may be brought to designated areas at the East and West Bank Bridge Parks in Destrehan and Luling.
All trees should be completely stripped of decorations. Flocked or artificial trees cannot be donated.

Organizers said the program protects wetlands and keeps trees out of the landfill, and they offer their thanks to all participants for their support.