
Traditions sometimes do come to an end, and so it is with the Great Bend Optimist Club Christmas Tree Lot.
For decades the Optimist Club has sold fresh cut Christmas trees as a fundraising project. This year the club has chosen to discontinue tree sales.
Steve Kummer, who has served as Tree Chairman for the Club for years said, “Manpower and profitability have caused the Optimist Club to reconsider this venture. The Club is grateful to the many families who have purchased fresh cut trees year after year."
Look for a new Great Bend Optimist Club fundraiser coming in the spring of 2023.
The Great Bend Optimist Club is one of 3,000 clubs worldwide, affiliated with Optimist International. Friend of Youth is the club motto, as all projects support the youth in the community. The club meets each Monday at noon (excluding major holidays) at the Walnut Bowl. Prospective members are always welcome to attend.