Looking For A Christmas Tree Near Lake View? Here's A Local Guide

Lake View, IL — As the ongoing coronavirus pandemic threatens some of America's most quintessential holiday traditions in 2020, it may still be possible to hunt for the ideal Christmas tree this year — and most importantly, do it safely.

At least 25 million real Christmas trees are purchased each year across America, and currently, 350 million are growing in all 50 U.S. states. And during this unprecedented year, Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions amid the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure buyers can select a tree with minimal risk to their health and safety.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has developed a new guide with recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree sellers to follow, including frequently sanitizing items and areas such as hand saws, tree cart handles, countertops, door handles and restrooms.

Tree lot operators and choose-and-cut farms "must protect the health and safety of their employees, provide customers with the confidence they need so they can enjoy selecting a tree without risk and demonstrate to state and local officials they are conducting business responsibly," the association said on its website.

Is a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year? See our selection of quality local farms near Lake View.

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• Jack Frost Winter Village
• City Tree Chicago Christmas Tree Delivery
• TreeSanta Chicago Christmas Tree Delivery
• The Fields on Caton Farm
• The Home Depot
• Svendsen's Christmas Trees
• Chicago Christmas Tree Lots
• Poor Bob's Tree Land
• Poor Bob's Tree Land

Getting the most out of your real Christmas tree can take some patience, practice and good advice. Here are a few tips to remember, according to the National Christmas Tree Association:

• What to know about fake Christmas trees
• Knowing the different types of real Christmas trees
• Tips on selecting a real tree
• Caring for your tree
• Christmas tree safety
• How to recycle your tree