Mulch Spreading - Wisner Hall

Calendar Happens On May 18, 2023
Time 10am - 1pm
Expired

Description

Come out and help park staff spread mulch in the BayWise pollinator gardens at Wisner Hall here in the park! Spreading mulch is hard work and requires a lot of bending, lifting, and shifting of heavy weight. Please come prepared.

Work to Be Done

  • Install landscaping fabric in 4 places - around holly trees, and under 3 stepping stone access paths 
  • Spread 6 cubic yards of hardwood mulch into place, focusing on the "curb appeal" edges of the garden. 
  • Excess mulch to be moved to other gardens by park staff.

What to Bring

  • Work gloves
  • Water
  • Sun protection (long sleeves, sunblock, hat, etc.)
  • Bug spray
  • Closed-toe work appropriate shoes
  • Shovel or small spade (optional)
  • Gardening tools (optional)

Provided by Staff

  • Shovels
  • Hard rake
  • Sun block and bug spray
  • Disposable gloves (if desired)

 

If you have any questions, contact Jenny Yoder at jennifer.yoder@calvertcountymd.gov or call the park at (410)535-2661.

Details

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Inclement Weather Plan: Rain date of 5/23 if weather does not cooperate - Park Manager will reach out to volunteers who respond to the opportunities.
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Location

Location Dot Shift 3255 Kings Landing Road
Huntingtown, MD  20639