- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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5 people are interested
SCA MLK Jr. Day of Service at Anacostia Park
ORGANIZATION: Student Conservation Association
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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5 people are interested
Join the Student Conservation Association we gather to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King and connect the issues of social and environmental justice by mobilizing the next generation of community stewards to help restore the Anacostia River and DC’s Urban Waterfront.
WHEN: Monday, January 21st, 10:00 am to 12:30 pm. Registration & breakfast beginning at 10:00 am. Work will conclude at 12:30 pm.
WHERE: Anacostia Park Skating Pavilion, 1500 Anacostia Drive, Washington, DC 20020.
BY PUBLIC TRANSIT: Take Blue Line to Potomac Ave Metro stop for a 20-minute walk to the Anacostia Skating Pavillion
BY CAR: For a complete list of driving directions please visit the NPS website at www.nps.gov/anac/planyourvisit/directions.htm. There is plenty of free public parking in the lot at the Roller Skating Pavilion.
WHAT: Volunteers will conduct a massive cleanup of the Anacostia River, removing trash from the shoreline and invasive species from the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail to help improve the health of DC's urban waterfront.
BRING WITH YOU: Wear long pants and sturdy shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty. Bring extra layers and a hat to prepare for the cold weather! Please also bring your own water bottle for staying hydrated.
PROVIDED: SCA will supply breakfast for volunteers as well as work gloves and all project supplies.
QUESTIONS: Contact Alycia Chuney, SCA Events Coordinator, at events@thesca.org or 703.842.4240
To pre-register, please visit SCA MLK Jr. Day of Service registration: https://scamlkday.eventbrite.com.
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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
Anacostia Park (Skating Pavilion)1500 Anacostia DriveWashington, DC, DC 20020
DATE POSTED
January 14, 2019
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
N/A