Rhode Island environment department, Trout Unlimited seeking Christmas trees to prevent erosion • Rhode Island Current

Rhode Island environment department, Trout Unlimited seeking Christmas trees to prevent erosion • Rhode Island Current

A closeup of an aquatic-themed Christmas tree on display in the Rhode Island State House in December 2024. (Photo by Alexander Castro/Rhode Island Current)After the presents have been opened and the lights, ornaments, and tinsel have been removed, most Christmas trees seem fated for curbside pickup on trash day.   Not so fast, state environmental officials are reminding Rhode Islanders, as even after trees stop sparkling, they can still contribu…