Additionally , the small Spanish village of Villanueva de la Sierra held the first modern Arbor Day , an initiative launched in 1805 by the local priest with the enthusiastic support of the entire population .
A humble granite marker and a bronze plate recall the event .
The small Spanish village of Villanueva de la Sierra held the first modern Arbor Day , an initiative launched in 1805 by the local priest with the enthusiastic support of the entire population .
A humble granite marker and a bronze plate recall the event .