- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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1 person is interested
Celebrate Earth Day by Restoring Trails at Inwood Hill Park
ORGANIZATION: Student Conservation Association
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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1 person is interested
Join SCA, the Natural Areas Conservancy (NAC), and NYC Parks to help restore the spectacular trails of Inwood Hill Park. The park contains some of Manhattan's last remaining old growth forest and natural salt marsh, along with unique geological formations, historic trails and stonework built by the WPA, and the site where (according to legend) the island of Manhattan was "purchased" from the Lenape by the Dutch East India Company. Volunteers will help to reduce erosion by clearing stone drainage culverts along Inwood Hill Park's trail network.
WHEN: Saturday, April 21st, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Breakfast & check-in at 9:00 am, kick-off at 9:30 am.
WHERE: Inwood Hill Park, New York, NY 10452. Enter park at Seaman Ave & Isham St (40°52'11.6"N 73°55'15.5"W) and look for SCA leaders directing volunteers toward the Gaelic Field where kickoff will take place.
Volunteers are encouraged to use public transit. Take the A train to 207th and walk two blocks to the park entrance. If coming by car, please be aware that no private vehicles are allowed inside the park and volunteers will need to find public street parking.
WHAT: Volunteers will help to protect Inwood's spectacular network of trails by clearing historic stone drainage culverts to reduce erosion and improve stormwater management. Volunteers will also help to cut back invasive vines, rake leaves, and clear fallen branches and debris from the trails.
WHO: Groups, families, and volunteers of all ages are welcome! Projects are appropriate for all ability levels.
BRING WITH YOU: Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes and bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated. The event will take place rain or shine so please dress for the weather!
PROVIDED: SCA will supply breakfast and coffee for volunteers as well as work gloves and all project supplies. Volunteers will also receive SCA ConSERVE t-shirts.
QUESTIONS: Contact Ann Pedtke at apedtke@thesca.org or 724-678-9401.
RSVP: Please register at http://SCAEarthDayNYC.eventbrite.comto complete the online waiver.
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About Student Conservation Association
Location:
4245 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 825, Arlington, VA 22203, US
Mission Statement
SCA's mission is to build the next generation of conservation leaders and inspire lifelong stewardship of our environment and communities by engaging young people in hands-on service to the land.
Description
The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is America’s conservation corps. Our members protect and restore national parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks, and community green spaces in all 50 states.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Inwood Hill ParkSeaman Ave & Isham St40�52'11.6"N 73�55'15.5"WNew York, NY 10034
DATE POSTED
April 17, 2018
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
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