- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
Prairie Restoration and Park Ranger Talk
ORGANIZATION: Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, National Park Service
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
Help remove invasive species while enjoying prairie grasses and wildflowers, with wonderful views of the Mississippi River! You might be surprised to learn the Mississippi River through the Twin Cities is a national park, and this site is within that park. Come lend a hand to help improve the habitat of this unique place and help preserve your national park.
This event is led by Mississippi Park Connection and the National Park Service who will provide necessary tools and gloves. Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes for this outdoor project. Bring water, too, and snacks if necessary. Parking fees will be waived for volunteers.
Please sign up by clicking this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/restore-native-prairie-in-a-national-park-tickets-65207706004
For more information contact Mary Hammes at 651-291-9119 or mhammes@parkconnection.org.
More opportunities with Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, National Park Service
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, National Park Service
Location:
111 E. Kellogg Blvd. Suite 105, St. Paul, MN 55101, US
Mission Statement
The Volunteers-In-Parks program, jointly managed by Mississippi National River and Recreation Area and Mississippi Park Connection, connects, educates, and promotes the enjoyment of the resources of the Mississippi River through unique and entertaining volunteer opportunities to the entire community.
Description
The Volunteers-In-Parks program is a joint program with Mississippi Park Connection. Mississippi National River and Recreation Area represents America's greatest river, the Mississippi, which weaves together the natural and cultural heritage and economic vitality of the region. The National Park Service works with partners to foster increased citizen awareness, advocacy, and enjoyment of the resources of the Mississippi River.
Volunteer-In-Parks provides people with opportunities to discover, experience, and enjoy the diversity of the Mississippi River while also preserving it for future generations through volunteer restoration projects and education programs.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
13900 Traprock StreetRamsey, MN 55303
DATE POSTED
July 12, 2019
SKILLS
- Habitat Restoration
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 12
- 3 hours