Fall Civic Sweep
ORGANIZATION: Gowanus Canal Conservancy
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Join us for tree care work along 4th Avenue. Volunteers will be weeding, aerating the soil, and applying compost to tree beds.
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About Gowanus Canal Conservancy
Location:
248 3rd Street, BROOKLYN, NY 11215, US
Mission Statement
Gowanus Canal Conservancy advocates and cares for ecologically sustainable parks and public spaces in the Gowanus lowlands while empowering a community of stewards. We envision a Gowanus Canal and surrounding urban environment that is clean, resilient, diverse and alive.
Description
Gowanus Canal Conservancy is dedicated to facilitating the development of a resilient, vibrant, open space network centered on the Gowanus Canal through activating and empowering community stewardship of the Gowanus Watershed. Since 2006, we have served as the environmental steward for the neighborhood through leading grassroots volunteer projects; educating students on environmental issues; and working with agencies, elected officials, and the community to advocate for, build, and maintain innovative green infrastructure around the Gowanus Canal.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Greenspace on 4th207 4th AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11217
DATE POSTED
October 6, 2020
SKILLS
- Environmental Education
- Botany
- Gardening
- Horticulture
GOOD FOR
- Teens
REQUIREMENTS
- The event will run from 10 am to 1pm.
- Volunteers must wear a mask and abide by social distancing guidelines. PPE will be available upon request. All children under the age of 14 must have an adult accompany them to the event.