Equestrian Christmas Cards
Equestrian Christmas Cards
US $12.63
Since 1931, the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree has been lighting up the holidays each year for New York City residents and visitors. One of the most well known decorated Christmas trees in the United States, this tree has become an iconic symbol of the holiday season in New York City. The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree is also a major tourist attraction; thousands come to New York each year to see the tree lighting ceremony, or just to view the tree during the several weeks when it is on display.
The first tree displayed in Rockefeller Center in 1931 was a Balsam Fir measuring about 20 feet tall. It was set up by construction workers who were building Rockefeller Center, and during this depression-era, they were proud to have a tree displayed amidst the mud and construction debris of their work area.
Today the Rockefeller tree is usually a giant Norway Spruce measuring between 75 and 90 feet tall. The tree is unofficially selected each year by the manager of the Rockefeller Center gardens, with the search for the perfect tree beginning months ahead of time. Each year, the Rockefeller Center receives hundreds of photographs from people all over the United States, and even some in Canada, offering their trees for use in Rockefeller Center. The manager then drives around the Northeastern part of the United States, viewing trees and looking for the perfect specimen. In winter months, the tree is scouted out by helicopter until one has been selected.
Norway Spruce trees are not native to North America, in fact they grow naturally in Europe. Here in the U.S., Norway Spruces are generally planted as ornamental trees in front or back yards, and they can grow to enormous proportions, as tall as 80 to 110 feet. The Rockefeller center specifies that the tree they use for their official Christmas tree must measure at least 65 feet tall and 35 feet wide, though the tree that's usually selected measures larger than these dimensions.
Cutting and moving the tree is a very involved process. Cutting and moving the tree requires 15 to 20 people and a 180 ton all-terrain hydraulic crane. This crane travels to the location of the tree, and supports the tree by its tip while it is cut. Once cut, the tree is then transported to a truck with a large telescoping trailer, designed to accommodate up to a 125 foot tall tree. To avoid traffic congestion, the tree is usually moved into the heart of New York City during the nighttime hours via a pre-selected police escorted route.
The tree is erected in Rockefeller Center and is supported by four large guy wires and a steel spike that supports the tree at its base. The tree is then lighted with over five miles of stringed lights. In recent years, the tree's lighting has become more energy efficient. In 2007, for the first time, the tree was lighted with LED Christmas lights instead of incandescent. It is estimated that the LED lights have reduced the tree's energy consumption by almost two thirds. In addition, the Rockefeller Center has also put up a huge array of solar panels on the roof of one of its buildings, and these solar panels help to generate the electricity needed to light the tree.
The tree is generally lighted in a special ceremony in late November or early December, and is left up through early January. Once taken down, the tree is recycled into almost three tons of wood mulch that are donated to the Boy Scouts of America. The largest portion of the tree's trunk is donated to the U.S. Equestrian Team headquarters in Gladstone, New Jersey, where it is used as an obstacle jump for the horses and their riders. In 2007, however, the tree was cut into lumber that was then donated to Habitat for Humanity for use in houses.
Make your own home festive for the holidays with fresh cut Christmas trees from Home Products 'n' More. All live Christmas trees include free shipping and handling!
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KY Fergus Christmas Cards $1.95 The Kelley Fergus Christmas Cards are perfect for the holidays Spread the holiday cheer to loved ones in your life with the fun and entertaining animated horses of the the Kelley Fergus Christmas Card collection. The Kelley Fergus Christmas Cards are sold individually. Envelope is included |
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Kelley Fergus Christmas Cards $1.95 Spread the holiday cheer to loved ones in your life with the fun and entertaining animated horses of the the Kelley Fergus Christmas Card collection. |
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Sally Mitchell On Point Christmas Cards $12.95 "On Point " Christmas Cards Sally Mitchell's "On Point " Christmas Cards feature an alert fox on a snowy hunt morning .... you can just about hear the hounds off in the distance. Inside Message: Happy ChristmasPack of 10 cards. Not individually wrapped. |
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Sally Mitchell "Sitting Duck" Christmas Cards $12.95 Sally Mitchells "Sitting Duck" Christmas Cards feature a the world from the viewpoint of the fox |
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Sally Mitchell "The Last Post" Christmas Cards $12.95 Sally Mitchells "Last Post" Christmas Cards feature a the world from the viewpoint of the fox |
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Sally Mitchell "Under the Mistletoe" Christmas Cards $12.95 Sally Mitchells "Under the Mistletoe" Christmas Cards feature a the world from the viewpoint of the fox |
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Sally Mitchell "Trainers Assessment" Christmas Cards $12.95 Sally Mitchells "Trainers Assessment" Christmas Cards feature a trainer and a group of riders on a snowy early morning assessment ride. |
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Sally Mitchell All Is Calm Christmas Cards $12.95 "All Is Calm" Christmas CardsSally Mitchell's "All Is Calm" Christmas Cards feature a beautiful snowy morning ride scene. Inside Message: Happy ChristmasPack of 10 cards. Not individually wrapped. |
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Sally Mitchell Morning Glow Christmas Cards $12.95 "Morning Glow " Christmas CardsSally Mitchell's "Morning Glow" Christmas Cards feature the morning sunrise as a group of riders head off through a snowy village. Inside Message: Happy ChristmasPack of 10 cards. Not individually wrapped. |
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Sally Mitchell Trainers Assessment Christmas Cards $12.95 "Trainers Assessment" Christmas Cards Sally Mitchell's "Trainers Assessment" Christmas Cards feature a trainer and a group of riders on a snowy early morning assessment ride. Inside Message: Happy ChristmasPack of 10 cards. Not individually wrapped. |
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Sally Mitchell "Morning Glow" Christmas Cards $12.95 Sally Mitchells "Morning Glow" Christmas Cards feature the morning sunrise, as a group of riders head off thoruhg a snowy village. |
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Sally Mitchell Sitting Duck Christmas Cards $12.95 "Sitting Duck" Christmas Cards Sally Mitchell's "Sitting Duck" Christmas Cards feature a the world from the viewpoint of the fox This cute holiday card shows a couple of foxes (dressed to the nines) going after a chicken on a snowy day. Inside Message: Happy ChristmasPack of 10 cards. Not individually wrapped. |
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Sally Mitchell The Last Post Christmas Cards $12.95 "Last Post" Christmas Cards Sally Mitchell's "Last Post" Christmas Cards feature a the world from the viewpoint of the fox This cute holiday card shows a fox waiting for his visit from old St. Nick. Inside Message: Happy ChristmasPack of 10 cards. Not individually wrapped. |
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Sally Mitchell Under the Mistletoe Christmas Cards $12.95 "Under the Mistletoe" Christmas Cards Sally Mitchell's "Under the Mistletoe" Christmas Cards feature a the world from the viewpoint of the fox This humorous holiday card shows a fox trying to lure a goose under the mistletoe for its "kiss"waiting for his visit from old St. Nick. Inside Message: Happy ChristmasPack of 10 cards. Not individually wrapped. |
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Sally Mitchell "On Point" Christmas Cards $12.95 Sally Mitchells "On Point " Christmas Cards feature an alert fox on a snowy hunt morning .... you can just about hear the hounds off in the distance. |
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Sally Mitchell "The Midnight Tryst" Chirstmas Cards $12.95 Sally Mitchells "Midnight Tryst" Christmas Cards feature a pair of foxes on a moonlit snowy forest landscape. |
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Sally Mitchell The Midnight Tryst Chirstmas Cards $12.95 "Midnight Tryst" Christmas Cards Sally Mitchell's "Midnight Tryst" Christmas Cards feature a pair of foxes on a moonlit snowy forest landscape. Inside Message: Happy ChristmasPack of 10 cards. Not individually wrapped. |
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Christmas Cards $49.99 Christmas Cards - Giclee Print |
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English Christmas Cards $19.99 English Christmas Cards - Giclee Print |
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Personalized Christmas Cards $34.99 Personalized Christmas Cards - Giclee Print |
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Personalized CARDS - This Christmas - 18 Christmas Boxed Cards $13.99 Share the wonderful, true meaning of Christmas with loved ones this year with these beautiful Christmas cards. Jesus IS the true light of the season! |
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Christmas Blessing Christmas Cards $14.99 ">Deluxe Christmas Cards by Thomas Kinkade, Painter of Light®.> >>Cover>: A Christmas Blessing> >>Inside:> May the Lord give you love that warms your heart, hope that lights your way, and joy that fills your home this day and through the years. With Special Thoughts of You.> >>Scripture:> 'The Lord be with You! The Lord bless you! ...' Ruth 2:4 NIV> >Box of 18 cards and 19 gold foil lined envelopes.>" |
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Peace Love and Horses Christmas Candy Polo Wraps $14.5 PLH Christmas Candy Polo Wraps |
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Peace Love and Horses Christmas Tree Polo Wraps $20 Shine Bright in Peace Love and Horses Christmas Tree Polo WrapsLet your horse inspire holiday warmth in Peace Love and Horses Christmas Tree Polo Wraps These fleece wraps not only inspire holiday fun but are durable and highly functional as well.Red fleece wraps with Star and Christmas Tree design are unique and attractive. Soft fleece polo wrap is ideal for riding turnout or on the lunge line. Also makes a thoughtful gift for your equestrian friends.Sold in pairs. |
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Personalized CARDS & ENVELOPES - This Christmas - 18 Christmas Boxed Cards $15.99 Share the wonderful, true meaning of Christmas with loved ones this year with these beautiful Christmas cards. Jesus IS the true light of the season! |
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Black Friesian Horse Equestrian Greeting Cards Pk of 10 by CafePress $18 Black Friesian Horse silhouette on shirts, gifts, buttons, mugs, and more by equine artist, Stacey Mayer. Stacey's equine art is featured at www.awhitehorse.com. Equestrian Greeting Cards Pk of 10 Greeting cards are a great way to express yourself and to keep in touch with friends and family. A personal note on a beautiful card will make a lasting impression and a touching keepsake.Available in your choice of paper stock |
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Piaffe Equestrian Pets Greeting Cards Pk of 10 by CafePress $18 This dressage design is available on other t-shirts gift items. We have more dressage, dressage horse equestrian designs at Dressage Gifts. Pets Greeting Cards Pk of 10 Greeting cards are a great way to express yourself and to keep in touch with friends and family. A personal note on a beautiful card will make a lasting impression and a touching keepsake.Available in your choice of paper stock |
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Crane & Co. Manger Scene Christmas Greeting Cards $142.99 Crane & Co. Manger Scene Christmas Greeting Cards |
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Crane & Co. Madonna and Child Christmas Greeting Cards $161.99 Crane & Co. Madonna and Child Christmas Greeting Cards |
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Crane & Co. Christmas Plaid Photomount Cards $254.49 Crane & Co. Christmas Plaid Photomount Cards |