WASHINGTON, DC—For most of us, this time of year is the time of cookouts, swim meets, vacations and getting ready for the new school year.

But for Director Jim Kaufmann, Capitol Grounds and Arboretum, and employees on Monongahela National Forest like Amy Albright, project manager, July is the time to think about Christmas. More specifically, it's the time of year to go out and select the tree that will adorn the west lawn of the U.S. Capitol.

Learn more about the tree selection by watching the video below.