Sunday, November 5th, 9am to 12pm

[NOTE: Daylight Savings Time ends on this day...so sleep another hour!] ***We will again be working on both the Pingry Trail (swale improvement, culvert clearing and improving the road surface) and the Lenape Trail (water bars, swales) near their intersection. This trail section is not easily accessed, so we will meet at the Dog Park and carpool to a closer location. Meet at the Dog Park, 10 Bear Lane, Maplewood.

Trail work is physically challenging but very satisfying as we use hand tools to build and repair trails. Participants must be 15+ years. Those younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Participants should wear long pants due to ticks and sturdy shoes, and bring gloves (though backup gloves will be available). Tools, water, and a snack will be provided. (Registration is not required.)

   Sunday, October 15th, 9am - 11am
Forest Regeneration activities focus on the areas in and around the fenced 14-acre Forest and Wildflower Preserve located near the Dog Park in the Reservation. On workdays, we will focus on removing invasive plants like knotweed and mugwort. Ages 12 to 15 are welcome with a parent or guardian present. Ages 15 and above require a signature by a parent or guardian on a liability waiver; teenagers cannot just be dropped off.

Please be on time as we will hike into the forest a little after 9 am.

Please dress appropriately! Wear long pants, closed-toe shoes or rain boots, bug spray, and layer as needed. We supply gloves and water.
For information, contact Program Coordinator Christy Zolty at forestregen@somocon.org

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