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2 people are interested
Small Wetlands Planting in Kensington, MD
ORGANIZATION: Rock Creek Conservancy (Formerly FORCE)
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2 people are interested
Join us and our partners in Montgomery County for a small wetlands planting as part of an ongoing restoration effort for storm water management. Volunteers will help plant 350 native plants grown at nearby Pope Farm. Tools, gloves, and training on how to plant will be provided. This event is suitable for ages 16 and up. Student Service Learning hours can be earned by high school students.
Date and Time: October 17th from 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Location: Beach Drive and Kensington Parkway, Kensington, MD 20895
A small parking area is available on the East side of the intersection heading down Beach Drive.
What to Wear: Please dress appropriately for the weather. Wear sturdy boots or sneakers, no sandals. We recommend long pants and sleeves to prevent contact with poison ivy. Participants can expect to get muddy, so please wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty.
What to Bring: Tools and gloves will be provided. Feel free to bring your own tools and gloves if you have them. Feel free to bring water or something lite to eat in case you get hungry.
To register, visit: http://www.rockcreekconservancy.org/what-we-do/upcoming-events/wetland-planting-in-kensington-md
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About Rock Creek Conservancy (Formerly FORCE)
Location:
4300 Montgomery Avenue, Suite 304, Suite #200, Bethesda, MD 20814, US
Mission Statement
Rock Creek Conservancy is a nonprofit group working to protect the lands and waters of Rock Creek and revitalize Rock Creek Park for people to treasure and enjoy.
Description
Rock Creek Conservancy is a nonprofit organization working for a safe, healthy Rock Creek. The creek flows 33 miles through the heart of Washington, DC, and Montgomery County, MD. There are lots of great ways to vounteer and help protect Rock Creek! Please visit www.rockcreekconservancy.org to find out more.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Beach Dr & Kensington PkwyKensington, MD 20895
DATE POSTED
October 6, 2015
SKILLS
- Environmental Education
- Environmental Policy
- Habitat Restoration
- Botany
- Horticulture
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
N/A