Forest Regeneration Corps
ORGANIZATION: South Mountain Conservancy
Please visit the new page to apply.
Forest Regeneration work will continue throughout the winter from 9:30-12:30 pm on the third weekend: January 18 (changed to Saturday!), and Sundays February 16 and March 15. For details and updates join us on Meetup
Help plant native species and remove invasive plants, and maintain trails in the 14-acre Wildflower and Forest Preserve. Ages 12 and above (adult supervision needed below 15). Wear long pants, solid shoes, and layers. For information, contact Tanya Prescott, TLPrescott@gmail.com
Meet at: Wildflower and Forest Preserve, 11 Bear Lane, Maplewood (off Crest Drive - Follow signs for Dog Park)
Go to www.somocon.org for map to the location.
More opportunities with South Mountain Conservancy
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About South Mountain Conservancy
Location:
PO BOX 273, SOUTH ORANGE, NJ 07079, US
Mission Statement
Preserve and enhance the 2,110-acre South Mountain Reservation (SMR) in Essex County, New Jersey, including its trails, infrastructure and natural beauty. Promote the responsible use of the Reservation and environmental awareness through free hikes, activities, educational programs and public service efforts, including advising local government agencies, and channeling public opinion to them, and overseeing projects. Partners with the Essex County Park System and allied organizations in support of the above objectives.
Description
The Conservancy depends entirely on volunteers to achieve its mission of preserving, enhancing, and promoting the Reservation. Our volunteers come from all walks of life, and are of all ages, skills and abilities. What we share in common is an appreciation for the treasure of the Reservation, and a willingness to insure it's healthy survival. The Conservancy plans, organizes and runs several group and individual volunteer efforts that involve planting and forest regeneration, hiking trail maintenance and construction, and litter removal.
CAUSE AREAS
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10 Bear Lane - Dog Park off Crest DriveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
DATE POSTED
January 16, 2020
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