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 is required.
This is event is not part of the Montgomery Parks Weed Warrior Program and cannot count toward Montgomery Parks Weed Warrior certification requirements. Find Montgomery Parks events here.
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 Dawson Farm Park sign on Brice Rd, Rockville MD 20852. 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.
Volunteers agree to comply with the Rockville Weed Warrior Program Conditions and Safety Guidelines.
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.
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.
