September 24 Volunteer Event at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens

1550 Anacostia Avenue Northeast,Washington DC 20019

24 September, 2022

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UPDATE - Masks are no longer required. However, they will remain optional for those who still want to wear one while volunteering. 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 (waders provided). All volunteer events will run rain or shine—please dress accordingly and plan to work outside! When: Saturday, September 24 from 9:00am -12:00pm. Check-in opens at 8:30am. Where: Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, 1550 Anacostia Ave NE, Washington, DC 20019. Getting There: By car, there is a large visitor 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. On bike or foot, 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: Bring a reusable water bottle, snack, hat, string bag/backpack, a change of clothes, and sun protection. Wear clothes and shoes you aren't afraid to get wet or muddy and dress according to the weather. We recommend that 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).