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If You See A Scarf Tied To A Tree During Winter, Here's What It Means
By DANIELLE RAMOS-SULLIVAN
Many times, ribbons are tied to trunks or branches to offer support for causes, but items are tied to trees for practical uses instead, like when you find a scarf on a tree.
The meaning behind a scarf on a tree is not symbolic. It serves as a practical way for someone in need of warmth to get it, like those who may be experiencing homelessness.
Homelessness rose by 12% between 2022 and 2023, so this act of kindness, often by organizations like The Wrap Up Project, is useful for many people in America.
Before you tie a scarf to a tree in your area, ensure you aren't impinging on private property. Similarly, if you leave a scarf in a public park, make sure it's allowed.
To let people know they are free to take the scarf, you could add a note. Write something like "Please take this if you can use it" or simply "Free — please take and enjoy."