Decorating Part II is all about putting up bows, boughs, trees and most important — making memories. Real trees Darron Cummings, The Associated PressJim Cline clears a path for Christmas trees. The fresher the better, cut your own if time and resources allow. There are nearby Denver and Front Range cutting areas, check this link for more information: www.fs.usda.gov/detail/r2/recreation/?cid=stelprdb5336615 When choosing a tree at a lot, lightly shake hands with the end of the branch.