From Wyoming To Washington D.C.
- Tree Route
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Wyoming's tree will travel throughout the state visiting nearly 30 cities and towns before it journeys to Washington, D.C. The Wyoming state tour will take about 7 days.
The Capitol Christmas Tree 2010 will make frequent stops across the nation on its way to Washington, D.C., escorted by federal officials. The national tour will take about another 10 days.
The tree will travel on a double flatbed truck. Placed on its side, it will rest in a custom cradle that supports the branches, preventing damage and maintaining the tree's perfect shape.
A caravan of approximately 12 vehicles, including two semi-trucks, will escort the tree east. The Capitol Christmas Tree 2010 will travel more than 3,000 miles during its three-week tour.
The base of the tree will be fitted with a plastic bladder filled with fresh water nightly. The tree will absorb about 65 gallons of water each day throughout its trek to Washington, D.C.
One semi will be used to transport the ornaments to Washington, D.C.