Activities

Kick off the planting season with us and celebrate the second annual Healthy Forest Day! Join us as we work to restore McCollum Park, a popular community park with a lovely urban forest. We will be planting trees and shrubs, removing introduced weeds, and spreading mulch. Coming out to plant and remove weeds with us is one of the best ways to give back to your local forest and your neighbors. Help us to build healthy habitat and build a healthy community!

All are welcome to attend and no experience is necessary! Space is limited, so please make sure to sign up in advance to save your spot to plant with us!

All ages OK

40 out of 50 participants registered.

What to Bring

Be prepared to work rain or shine! Dress in layers and wear clothing that you don't mind getting dirty or snagged on plants. Closed-toed shoes, long sleeves, and pants are recommended. Please bring a [reusable] water bottle. We will be providing tools as well as gloves. If you have your own work gloves, feel free to bring them.

If you are showing any symptoms of Covid-19 (coughing, sneezing, fever, etc.), please stay home.

Don't forget the Youth Waiver Form signed by parents if you are under 18 and not accompanied by a parent.

Where to Meet

We will meet at the north end of the park, in the woods behind the swimming pool near the shelter (see pin on map). Follow the signs and look for the people in orange vests!

Meeting Location Map

Where to Park

There is plenty of parking in the parking lots surrounding the park. The north lot right off 128th St is closest to the site but has limited space; other lots have plenty of parking but are a short walk away.