March 26 Volunteer Event at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens

1550 Anacostia Avenue Northeast,Washington DC 20019

26 March, 2022

Description

Join us for a morning of stewardship volunteering on Saturday, March 26, 2022! Free registration, open to groups and individuals. ** You must wear a mask that fully covers your nose and mouth.** Space is limited for this event due to COVID-19. For this reason, there will be no walk-up registration. 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. 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, March 26, 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 NE, 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 a mile from the Deanwood Station and 1.3 miles from the Minnesota Ave Station, both on the Orange Line. Access the park via the Anacostia River Trail. 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/backpack, a change of clothes, and sun protection. Wear clothes and shoes you aren't afraid to get muddy and dress according to the weather. We recommend you do not wear 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). Contact: For any questions or concerns reach out to Shannah Cumberbatch 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!