Opportunity Details
Blackwell Park Bioretention Planting
Join the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay, Local Ecotype Richmond Natives (LERN), Richmond Parks & Recreation, Richmond Department of Public Utilities and Southside Releaf in planting two bioretention areas at Blackwell Park!
Volunteers will plant pollinators and shrubs in two bioretention areas designed to catch and filter stormwater in the park.
Volunteers are encouraged to wear clothing appropriate for outside work - long sleeves, long pants, and close-toed shoes are recommended. Bring a water bottle. Activities will include preparing trees and tree wells for planting, amending soil, planting trees and mulching and watering around planting sites. If you have never planted a tree before, do not worry. We will provide instruction. All necessary tools will be provided.
Street parking is surrounding the park on Maury and 15th Streets. Parking is also availalbe at the Blackwell Community Center across the street from the park.
Groups welcome.
Environment
Age Minimum (with Adult): 1+, Minimum Age:16+, Court Ordered Volunteer - Allowed
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