Activities

Help save one of the best forest sections of Magnuson Park. Depending on season work may include removing invasive plants such as bindweed or blackberry, spreading of wood chip mulch, and planting. There will also be a chance to learn a bit about native plants while working. Advance approval of leader is required for youth groups or children below high school age.

All ages OK

5 out of 12 participants registered.

What to Bring

Dress for the day's weather and wear long pants, long sleeved shirt, and closed toe shoes you don't mind getting dirty. Wear layers if it is chilly and if it is rainy bring rain gear. Bring a full water bottle and snack. Hat and sunblock are recommended for sun protection. Rubber faced cotton work glove are provided, but bringing your own thorn resistant work gloves is an option.

Where to Meet

Meet at the trail end located on the west side of Sports Field Drive NE, 500 feet north of NE 65th St , near the baseball field backstops.

(One way to reach the meeting place is via the trail which runs north from NE 65th St from a point about 100 feet east of 62nd Avenue NE).

Where to Park

Park on 62nd Avenue NE just north of NE 65th Street, or in the large lot (lot E5) on the North side of NE 65th Street and about 3/8 mile east of Sand Point Way NE.