October 23 Volunteer Event at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens

1550 Anacostia Avenue Northeast,Washington DC 20019

23 October, 2021

Description

Join us for a morning of stewardship volunteering on Saturday, October 23, 2021! Free registration, open to groups and individuals. Space is limited for this event due to COVID-19. There will be no walk-up registration. We ask that you only register if you are 100% certain you will be in attendance. We appreciate your patience as we work to maintain the safety of those who will be participating. **Masks are optional but recommended for all participating. We will monitor COVID-19 safety guidelines for Washington, DC and the National Public Service and adjust accordingly.** What you will be doing: Participate in a variety of park stewardship activities including invasive plant removal, litter collection, flower bed weeding, trail maintenance and more. Some activities involve working in shallow ponds. This event will run rain or shine—please dress accordingly and plan to work outside! When: Saturday, October 23, 9:00am -12:00pm. Check-in opens at 8:30am. Please arrive no later than 8:45am so we can get started on time. Where: Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, 1550 Anacostia Ave Northeast, Washington, DC 20019. Getting There: By car, there is a large visitors parking lot at the park entrance on Anacostia Ave and abundant street parking surrounding the park. By Metro, the park entrance is 1.0 miles from the Deanwood Metro Station and 1.3 miles from the Minnesota Ave Station, both on the Orange Line. What we provide: All necessary tools and supplies including gloves, boots, waders, shovels, rakes, wheelbarrows, trash bags, trash pickers and more. Bring with you: We recommend you bring a water bottle, snack, hat, string bag, a change of clothes, and sun protection. Wear clothes and shoes you aren't afraid to get muddy or dirty and dress according to the weather. We recommend you do not bring jewelry. Other: We encourage families and students to join us. Volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult chaperone, parent or guardian. This event is eligible for Student Service Learning hours (SSL). Bring your form to the event to be filled in or email it. Contact: For any questions or concerns reach out to Shannah Cumberbatch, the Volunteer & Engagement Coordinator, at [email protected] or 202-650-0455. More about Friends of Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens: Check out our website (www.kenaqgardens.org) and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter (@kenaqgardens). Friends of Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens is dedicated to working with the National Park Service to ensure that the Gardens are well-maintained, well-enjoyed, and welcoming for neighbors and visitors. We do this by connecting people to the Gardens through stewardship, public engagement and education programs.   Come join us!