- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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4 people are interested
MLK Jr. Day of Service at Kubota Natural Area in South Seattle!
ORGANIZATION: EarthCorps
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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4 people are interested
Join EarthCorps, the Green Seattle Partnership and Seattle parks & Recreation as we work to restore the urban forest around Kubota Garden! Located in the Rainier Beach Neighborhood in SE Seattle, Kubota Garden is an American-Japanese Garden designed and built by Mr. Fujitaro Kubota. Construction of this gem began in 1927 and lasted beyond the lifetime of Mr. Kubota. Today, the Gardens are owned by the City of Seattle and maintained by the Seattle Parks Department. The garden is surrounded by a natural buffer of urban forest, which is where our restoration work will be focused The Basics EarthCorps supplies gloves, tools, water and snack bars. We will teach you everything you need to know about tool use, safety, forest health, and the importance of the work you will be doing. No experience necessary, just come ready to learn something new! Be sure to sign in at registration when you arrive.
This video may give you a better idea of what to expect. For your safety and comfort please bring:
- Clothing that can get dirty (because it will!)
- Long pants and long sleeves (helps protect against prickly plants)
- Sturdy shoes that can handle some mud (closed toed shoes are required such as work boots, hiking boots, rubber boots, etc.NO sandals, flats or heels)
- Rain gear and warm layers -OR- sun protection (check the weather!)
- Sack lunch and snacks (to refuel)
- Full water bottle (we will have a jug on-site for re-fills)
- Travel mug for tea/coffee
- If you have a favorite pair of gloves, feel free to bring them (otherwise we're happy to provide a pair)
In order to help create healthy forests, the work can include:
- Removing aggressive weeds (like English Ivy or Himalayan Blackberry)
- Maintaining areas where these weeds have been removed (weeding or spreading mulch)
- Planting trees and shrubs during the rainy season (often ~Oct.-Feb.)
Youth and school groups are welcome to attend; leaders should contact the Volunteer Teamto take care of all necessary preparations. Directions
We are not meeting in the formal garden - read the directions below!
Meet at the intersection of Renton Ave South and 53rd Ave S.
From the North:
* On I-5, leave the freeway at Pacific Highway South/East Marginal Way, Exit 158
* Turn left toward Martin Luther King, Jr. Way; continue up the hill on Ryan Way
* Turn left on 51st Avenue South
* Turn right on Renton Avenue South
* Look for EarthCorps Signs and Canopies on the right side of the road at 53rd Ave S.
From the South:
* On I-5, leave the freeway at Martin Luther King Jr., Exit 157.
* Stay on Martin Luther King, Jr. Way
* Turn right on Ryan Way
* Turn left on 51st Avenue South
* Turn right on Renton Avenue South
* Look for EarthCorps Signs and Canopies on the right side of the road at 53rd Ave S.
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About EarthCorps
Location:
6310 NE 74th St, Suite 201E, Seattle, WA 98115, US
Mission Statement
EarthCorps develops leaders to strengthen community and restore the health of our environment.
Description
View our Volunteer Calendar here: https://www.earthcorps.org/volunteer/calendar/
About EarthCorps:
EarthCorps is an independent nonprofit supported by donors and volunteers. Each year we work with over 10,000 volunteers at hundreds of events around the region to improve our forests, shorelines and salmon streams. We believe that involving the community through hands on work is the best way to keep our parks healthy.
The Work We Do:
While the exact tasks at hand vary, our projects focus on improving the forests and parks in our local cities. Healthy and thriving forests are vital to our community because they absorb and naturally filter rain water, absorb toxins in the air, produce clean oxygen, provide living spaces for wildlife, and they create a place for people to connect with the outdoors.
In order to help create healthy forests, we focus on removing aggressive weeds (like English Ivy or Himalayan Blackberry), maintaining areas where these weeds have been removed, and planting trees and shrubs during the rainy season.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Intersection of Renton Ave South and 55th Ave S.Seattle, WA 98118
DATE POSTED
December 27, 2018
SKILLS
- Habitat Restoration
- Environmental Education
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- 4 hours