City of Mercer Island issued the following announcement.
CANCELED Restoration Work Party at Homestead Park
Date and Time: Saturday, August 15, 2020 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
Join Friends of Homestead Park & Mercer Island Parks and Recreation
to restore the natural area at Homestead Park!
Parks and Recreation supplies gloves, tools, water and snack bars. We will teach you everything you need to know about tool use, safety, forest health, and the importance of the work you will be doing. No experience necessary, just come ready to learn something new! Be sure to sign in at registration when you arrive. The event will happen rain or shine!
EVENT ACTIVITIES:
While the exact tasks can vary, projects focus on improving the habitat and tree canopy conditions of the natural area. The work can include:
- Removing aggressive weeds (like English ivy and Himalayan blackberry)
- Maintaining areas where these weeds have been removed (weeding or spreading mulch)
- Planting trees and shrubs during the rainy season (October to February)
- Clothing that can get dirty
- Long pants and long sleeves (helps protect against prickly plants)
- Sturdy shoes that can handle some mud (closed toed shoes are required such as work boots, hiking boots, rubber boots, etc.NO sandals, flats or heels)
- Rain gear and warm layers -OR- sun protection (check the weather!)
- Snacks to refuel
- Full water bottle (there is a bathroom close by for re-fills)
The Playground
PLEASE RSVP TO:
friendsofhomesteadpark@gmail.com
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