Volunteers support and supplement the work of our dedicated Park Maintenance staff by completing projects that may include spreading mulch, trimming limbs, weeding, painting, litter cleanup, planting/landscaping and other maintenance tasks to enhance the beauty and safety of our Parks, Nature Preserves and Greenways.
*On this date, we partner with NC Wildlife Federation and Central Carolinas Master Naturalist Volunteers to beautify Veterans Park for the installation of a NEW "Pollinator Pitstop" garden space! Tasks for the day will include: removal of sod from the planned area, covering with mulch, staking/flagging the mulched area for safety, etc. Volunteers are encouraged to bring a shovel, pitchfork or wheelbarrow, if you have them - some tools will be available.
PARKING: Enter Veterans Park at 2136 Central Avenue, 28205 - continue straight into the parking lot and park wherever there is space. The project will take place *across* the park, not far from the fitness area - look for signage and workers.
THANK YOU for choosing to Volunteer with Park & Recreation! Below are a few tips and reminders for a SAFE & PRODUCTIVE Volunteer experience:
- Wear long pants for protection from scratches.
- Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes – REQUIRED, NO sandals, Crocs or flip-flops. Wear OLDER shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty, wet or muddy.
- Wear heavy-duty work gloves - bring your own gloves if you have them. Extras will be available.
- Wear a hat and sunscreen for protection from sun exposure; and your preferred bug spray, if needed.
- Bring a large, refillable water bottle (in a backpack, if possible), to stay hydrated, avoid the need to refill, and to protect the environment from single-use plastic bottles.
- Restrooms and water fountains will be available at the park!
QUESTIONS? Contact Karen.Howard@MeckNC.gov or 980-314-1046 OR Alden Picard at alden@ncwf.org or 704-332-5696
