Volunteer Opportunity: Tree Planting at Highland Springs High School w/ Capital Trees

About this event

Volunteer Duties

Volunteers will help plant 24 trees at Highland Springs High School , increasing Richmond’s tree canopy and enhancing biodiversity in the park. Volunteers will assist with removing burlap casings, placing trees, and filling in mulch rings with the help of Capital Trees and Henrico County leaders. No experience necessary; this is a great chance to learn best practices for your own home! Sign up here: CFengage | Tree Planting at Highland Springs High School with Capital Trees

Requirements

No gardening experience necessary, but ideally volunteers should be ready to:

• Bend, squat, kneel, and /or stand for extended periods

• Lift up to 20lbs

• Use hand tools such as: trowel, shovel, etc

• Be comfortable working outside

• Please bring a refillable water bottle

• Closed-toed, sturdy shoes

• All other materials, including gloves, will be provided.

• Per Henrico County School requirements, all volunteers must be willing to submit a background check following registration.

Other Information:

• Ample parking is available in the school parking lot.

• You will receive a confirmation email from Capital Trees with details on meeting location and additional instructions.

• All volunteers must complete the liability waiver and release found in the Capital Trees confirmation email.

• If you would like to register multiple volunteers (including minors) please use the option to “Sign up with a team”

For any additional questions, reach out to: jesse@capitaltrees.org

From Sustainability Division