Cherry Blossom Sunrise Instameet

When @IGDC was asked to help participate in a secret press event to announce that The Trust for Historic Preservation was identifying the Tidal Basin a National Treasure, we immediately said “Hell, yes!”

We love the Tidal Basin, we adore the cherry trees and we thought it was our duty to rally the community for a sunrise instameet to help kick off @savingplaces campaign to protect the space from rising sea levels.

Planning to photograph sunrise at the Tidal Basin? Here’s DC sunrise times

If you’ve been to the Basin, then you know the best footwear is a waterproof pair. Rising sea levels and as much as $500 million in deferred maintenance threaten this 107-acre landscape, which is lined with monuments that define our nation. And each cherry tree requires about $1,000 to maintain.

It will take a village to protect this special place for generations. We hope you’ll join us as we pledge to do what we can to support the campaign.

Here are some of our favorite photos from today and more can be found at #SaveTheTidalBasin.

https://savingplaces.org/savethetidalbasin

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I’ve been documenting the tidal basin the past few months and people enjoying the cherry blossom blooms the past few days for the National Trust for Historic Preservation. It’s absolutely beautiful and also in massive disrepair. The Trust is partnering with the Park Service, other organizations, and YOU to help save it. #Repost from @savingplaces using @RepostRegramApp – The National Mall Tidal Basin is a part of America's front yard and a true National Treasure. However, rising sea levels and as much as $500 million in deferred maintenance threaten this 107-acre landscape, lined with monuments that define our nation. Join us and @thenationalmall to ensure the Tidal Basin is preserved for future generations. Head to the link in our profile to take the pledge today. Photo: @samkittner . . . . #savingplaces #savethetidalbasin #historic #preservation #tidalbasin #nationalmall #nationalparks #findyourpark #fixyourpark #igdc #washingtondc #risingsealevels #americasfrontyard #showyoursupport #takeaction #cherryblossomfestival #linkinbio @nationalparkservice @thenationalmall #cherryblossom

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