Join Rockville Weed Warrior Leaders for a non-native, invasive plant removal workday. Space is limited and registration is required.
Please only respond to this opportunity if you plan to attend the event. Space is limited and online registration and waiver submission is required. Closer to the event, you will receive a link in your email to electronically sign the waiver.
Volunteers under 14 and under must always be accompanied by a responsible adult. Volunteers under 16 may only use tools if their parent/guardian is present and at the parent/guardian's discretion. The group will meet at the entrance to the park at 175 Watts Branch Parkway. For questions, please contact Weed Warrior Leader Chuck Woolery at 240-997-2209 or chuck@igc.org. You may be contacted with a volunteer survey following this event.
You will be working in forested areas with dense brush and may encounter thorns and sharp branches. Please dress accordingly. We recommend long pants that cover your ankles, long sleeves, and sturdy, closed-toed shoes. Bring plenty of water to drink and gloves, pruners, and loppers if you have them. Gloves and tools are available to borrow if you don’t have your own. No power tools or machetes allowed.
Special COVID-19 Guidelines:
- Volunteers must supply and wear a face covering and practice physical distancing of at least 6 feet from others. Face coverings may be removed while working outdoors and maintaining physical distancing of at least 6 feet from others.
- Volunteer must avoid sharing supplies
Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.
