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Opportunity Details
Restore the Forest - Tree Planting
Join your community members as we spend time in the woods together, chatting and restoring the ecological health of your public lands! At this volunteer opportunity, we will be planting native trees in an effort to restore ecosystems that have been overwhelmed by invasive species.
What is an invasive species?
It is a species which is introduced to habitats where it is not native and harms the environment, human health, or the economy. In Shelby Park and Bottoms, a few species in particular have spread and pose a serious threat to the health of the park’s ecosystems (and natural beauty).
How do we deal with invasive plant species?
First, we remove them – which we have been doing all winter. Now, we have the opportunity to plant native species to replace the invasive species. This not only restores the health of native ecosystems, but also makes it much more difficult for invasive species to return.
What will this event entail?
We will meet at the Shelby Park Community Center and walk a short distance to Beech Grove Hill (the forest between the Community Center and Lake Sevier). We will transport saplings to this area and then plant them!
Snacks, water, and gloves will be provided.
If you sign up for this event, we will contact you a few days before with more specific instructions regarding location, attire, etc. We hope to see you out there!
For more info on invasive species, see https://www.fws.gov/invasives/faq.html.
Founded in 2008, Friends of Shelby is a private, nonprofit organization working to preserve, enhance, and promote Shelby Park and Bottoms for everyone to appreciate and protect. We work to protect the natural and historical integrity of the area by supporting appropriate recreational activities, maintaining and enhancing its features, promoting programs that inspire appreciation and conservation of the Park and Bottoms, and advocating for a level playing field for the various user groups.
Age Minimum (with Adult): 12+, Minimum Age:18+, Court Ordered Volunteer - Allowed
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