GRASSHOPPER LAWNS INC., a member of the Professional Landcare Network (PLANET), participated in “Renewal & Remembrance” at Arlington National Cemetery on Monday, July 28, 2014.
Hundreds of lawn care and landscape companies from across the nation brought their crews to Arlington National Cemetery to spend the day mulching, pruning, liming, planting, and aerating. The gift of time and services is valued at more than $250,000.
This is the 18th year that Grasshopper Lawns Inc. has participated in Renewal and Remembrance. Michael Kravitsky IV and his group, including son Michael V, daughter Kristy, and wife Suzanne, were designated to spread lime to over 23 acres in Arlington National Cemetery. “My family and I are honored to be a part of this service project every year. It’s something that we look forward to every July. Paying our respects to our military personal who have sacrificed so much for us is always a great feeling. Plus, it gives lawn care professionals from all over the country a chance to hang out, catch up, and work as a team; all competitive aspects -if any- are completely thrown aside,” said Michael Kravitsky IV, Landscape Industry Certified Technician, PLANET member and Team Captain of the Pentagon Team.
The day began at Arlington National Cemetery with a ceremony featuring a joint color guard and speaker presentations to dedicate the day of work and helping to maintain the hallowed grounds.
PLANET is the association of members who create and maintain the QUALITY OF LIFE in communities across America. With more than 3,600 member companies and affiliates, these firms and their employees represent more than 100,000 green industry professionals. Some of these professionals have taken the extra step of becoming certified through PLANET and bear the distinction of being known as Landscape Industry Certified.
For more information, visit LandcareNetwork.org, or call the PLANET office at (800) 395-2522.
