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Tend the native bluff prairie at Indian Mounds Park
ORGANIZATION: Friends of the Mississippi River
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Indian Mounds Park is home to one of the most photographed river views in the metro area. The iconic overlook is also home to a restoration project providing much-needed habitat and biodiversity while protecting the bluff, the views and local water quality.
Volunteers are now needed to lend a hand working with Friends of the Mississippi River (FMR) and Saint Paul Parks & Recreation staff to tend to native prairie plants. By removing invasive species and assisting with other tending tasks, volunteers will help the plants thrive and make it through the summer. Thanks to their deep roots, the prairie plants help anchor the steep bluff soil and filter pollutants carried to the bluff by stormwater. They will also provide important bee, butterfly and bird habitat.
Join FMR on June 19, from 6-8pm. Please wear sturdy shoes and be prepared to work on steep and uneven terrain. All are welcome, but capacity is limited and registration is required. As always, all tools and training will be provided and volunteers are encouraged to work at their own pace and comfort level.
To learn more and register, visit http://fmr.org/events/2018/06/19/tend-native-bluff-prairie-indian-mounds-park.
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About Friends of the Mississippi River
Location:
106 West Water Street, Suite 600, Saint Paul, MN 55107, US
Mission Statement
Friends of the Mississippi River (FMR) engages people to protect, restore and enhance the Mississippi River and its watershed in the Twin Cities region.
Description
Friends of the Mississippi River is proud to work with roughly 3,000 volunteers annually.
We keep volunteering simple, fun and satisfying -- there are no applications, and you can sign up for one event or several. We list events especially in need of volunteers here on VolunteerMatch.com, but maintain a full calendar of 60+ events a year at www.fmr.org/events.
Our project work includes conservation and restoration of natural areas and habitat, education on watershed protection issues, and organizing activities that connect the public to the Mississippi River.
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Indian Mounds ParkRegister to receive detailed directionsSt Paul, MN 55106
DATE POSTED
June 19, 2018
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GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
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