Details:
Nature Preserve Stewards
Join us for our weekly Nature Preserve Stewards workday. You will be working with Conserving Carolina Habitat Restoration staff in a caring environment focused on safety and wellness, learning and camaraderie, on the land. Volunteers will not be asked to handle any chemicals or herbicides or to operate any fossil fuel-powered equipment.
Where and When
Weekly, rain, or shine, with exceptions for extreme weather
All workdays will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a well-earned break in between
Feel free to choose specific days or pledge yourself to a steady regime as best suits you.
First Wednesday: Pleasant Grove – Etowah, Henderson County
Second Wednesday: Mouth of Mud Creek – Mills River/Arden, Henderson County
Third Wednesday: Florence Nature Preserve – Gerton, Henderson/Buncombe Counties
Fourth Wednesday: Little River Wetlands – Cedar Mountain, Transylvania County
Meet at the Cedar Mountain Community Center for carpooling
What to expect:
A typical day might include:
Pulling weeds
Erosion control
Planting and tending trees and other plants
Making and recording scientific observations
Creating habitat for all kinds of animals
Maintaining artificial habitats (bird and bat boxes, etc.)
Other tasks as conditions warrant.
What to Bring:
Appropriate clothing for four hours in nature: close-toed shoes, long pants, and shirt sleeves. Layers are recommended as the conditions will likely change during the day.
Sunscreen, hat, or other personal shade device
Lunch, snacks, drinking water
Any medications you may need
Email Torry at torry@conservingcarolina.org with questions.
*RSVP is Required*
Advanced Event Data:
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Event Tags:
adventures & outings,cedar mountain,family friendly,habitat restoration,nature preserve stewards,volunteer opportunities,volunteers
Event Categories:
Outdoors,Causes
Event ID:
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