Volunteerism
Projects
Yardwork in the Parks
Yardwork in the Parks
We have a number of options for groups or individuals who would like to take on a project in the parks.
- Who: Individuals, school groups, company volunteer days, athletic teams, clubs, etc.
- Example projects: Painting railings or other metalwork, oiling wooden benches, watering during summer heat, larger weeding and clean up efforts.
- Signing up: Ben Iacono is coordinating dates for clean up projects. Please contact Ben at biacono@comcast.net or us for more information.
Yardwork in the Parks
Yardwork in the Parks
Yardwork in the Parks
Have some free time and want to get outside? People are always welcome to help keep our parks at their best throughout the year. No need to contact anyone ahead of time but we'd welcome photos to publicize your great work!
- Make piles of fallen branches and sticks
- Rake and bag leaves (no sticks in the leaf bags please)
- Clean up trash, using the city provided waste receptacles
Parks staff will periodically collect leaf bags and piles of sticks/branches, so please leave them off pathways near a waste receptacle or at the foot of a large tree.
Port Parks Alliance
Yardwork in the Parks
Port Parks Alliance
We're always looking for new members to help organize volunteering, fundraising, education and advocacy for our parks. Come to our monthly meeting or contact us to learn more.
volunteer Spotlight
Thank you Beth Clarey
Walt Thompson maintained the Butterfly Garden on the Rail Trail for many years now. Recently, Beth Clarey stepped in to help. She has organized a group of volunteers to promote the growth of native plants and support a thriving pollinator community, which of course benefits the wider ecosystem. Thank you Walt and Beth!
