This fall, SMC will be working with local organizations and community partners to restore a 1/2-1-acre turf field into a native wildflower pollinator meadow. Phase 1 of the project will entail laying down plastic to solarize the area and prepare it for fall planting. Please join our team! 
Description: We will be working in teams to install 1-acre of greenhouse plastic to begin the solarization process for SMC's Pollinator Meadow Restoration Project. Work will be labor-intensive and will require digging and measuring. Participants must be 15 years+; below 18, a parent's signature on the liability waiver form is needed.

If you plan to attend please email citizenscience@somocon.org with your name, group size, and best way to contact you. 

Dates: Saturday, July 30th-Sunday, July 31st. 
Time: 11am-4pm (both days)

What to Bring: Lots of water, lunch, snacks, sunscreen. Bring gloves if you have them. Wear clothing that can get dirty.  Wear sneakers or boots. No open toe shoes. 

Meeting Location: Shady Nook Picnic Area off of Brookside Drive. GPS 40.7545568,-74.2956166,586

Sat. & Sun 
July

30th-31st

Pollinator Meadow Restoration Project Goals

  • Restore  a ½-1-acre plot of a traditionally mowed turf field into a native pollinator meadow.

  • Create and manage habitat for native NJ bees, butterflies, moths, and birds. 

  • Increase pollinator biodiversity and populations.

  • Work with local experts to maximize chances of success.

  • Create education and citizen science opportunities. 


We are currently seeking community partners that are interested in contributing expertise, volunteerism, and financial support. If you are interested please email citizenscience@somocon.org. Stay tuned to follow our fundraising efforts and to learn more about how you can bee involved. 
 
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