Tree Planting Event - Blue Island, IL

2802 W 123rd St,Blue Island IL 60406

28 April, 2023

Description

Join us for a fun day of volunteering to celebrate Earth Month! Volunteers will work alongside the community to plant an additional 25 trees in Blue Island to reduce heat islands and create much-needed shade. Volunteers will help us to dig holes, plant trees, and mulch/water newly-planted trees. Distributing a variety of native saplings to the community at the time of the tree planting will build off the momentum of the planting event, enable resident volunteers to put their new tree-planting skills into practice as they plant trees around their own homes, and bolster the age and species diversity of Blue Island's growing canopy. Meeting Point: Volunteers should park at the golf course (corner or Fairway Circle and W 123rd St) and walk to the south end of the course (across from the Meadow View Apartments). Please remember to: Wear Sturdy closed-toe shoes or boots with good traction. Long pants and long-sleeved shirts to protect your skin from scratches and insect bites. Layers of clothing appropriate for the weather conditions. A hat or cap to protect your head and face from the sun. Bring A reusable water bottle to stay hydrated. Sunscreen and bug spray Snacks if you're a snack-y person A positive attitude If you registered for the event and have to cancel, please get in touch with [email protected] We look forward to seeing you there!