After the December 10^th, 2021 tornado left a path of devastation and destruction through Hickman County and much of the state of Kentucky, the Hickman County Community was left picking up the pieces.  The Extension office was there to lend support and a helping hand.  After the initial recovery was assessed and completed, a long-term plan was needed.  The Long-Term Recovery Organization was formed with the Extension office having a place on that board.  Through this organization, we learned that we had 107 people in Hickman County register for help.  In collaboration with Kelley Jackson, Horticulture Agent in Christian County and donations from Highlandbrook Nursery in Todd County (donated over 4,000 native trees to 20 affected counties), we came up with a free tree giveaway program for Hickman County residence who had damage from the tornado.  On October 14, 2022 we were able to have a free tree giveaway program with over 20 community members receiving free trees to replace trees that were lost during the tornado.  Information was also given out on proper procedures for planting and caring for the new trees.  Though work continues to be done by the Long-Term Recovery Organization as Hickman County recovers from this tornado, we hope these trees can symbolize new beginnings and that we see our own growth and prosperity as they too grow.