Rouge Park riparian forest restoration planting #3 (150 Volunteers Needed)

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Saturday, April 26 th, 2014

Rouge Park riparian forest restoration planting #3 (150 Volunteers Needed)

This is our final installation in partnership with U-Haul and The Conservation Fund where we will finish our ecological restoration planting with container trees alongside Rouge Park.

Volunteers should meet at 15937 W. Outer Dr. Detroit, MI 48239

*Planting is from 9am-1pm*

How do I sign up/register to volunteer with The Greening of Detroit?

Sign up one of two ways:

1. We ask that a representative from each group register with The Greening of Detroit's Volunteer Manager, Julia, at (313)285-1254 and provide the number of people volunteering.

2. You may register as an individual on-line at www.greeningofdetroit.com. And clicking on "Get involved."

When and where do the planting events take place?

The Greening of Detroit plants trees every Saturday in the spring and fall. This spring, the season begins on March 29 th and continues through May 17th. Tree plantings take place in neighborhoods throughout Detroit. Planting events start at 9:00 a.m. and end at 1:00 p.m.

What do I need to bring? How do I prepare?

No. The Greening of Detroit will bring all of the tools necessary for the planting. We do ask that you bring your owngardening gloves and wear closed toed shoes. Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting dirty.

Will I receive instructions on how to properly plant a tree?

Yes. The Greening of Detroit's trained staff and Citizen Foresters will assist all volunteers with a tree planting demonstration and will work with all volunteers to ensure proper tree planting occurs.

Do you plant if it is raining?

YES. The Greening of Detroit plants RAIN OR SHINE!

Are there bathroom facilities?

The Greening will map out public venues that will allow our volunteers access to their restrooms. This may include a nearby Church, Recreation Center, gas stations or fast food establishments. The Greening does provide a port a potty if the venue allows.

Anything else?

We ask volunteers to bring their own snacks and water. On occasion, The Greening receives donations of water and snacks, but sometimes supplies are limited. Please consider your personal needs when preparing. Bring your own reusable water bottle! We will have water!