Anacostia Watershed Society: Wetland Workday

Note: This event is weather dependent.

Meeting Location: Colmar Manor Park, Colmar Manor Maryland, near the DC/MD line. From Bladensburg Road in Colmar Manor, turn south onto 37th Ave., between the IHOP and the Ft. Lincoln Cemetery. Take your first right into the park and follow the road until you are able to make a right turn towards the baseball fields. Once you turn right, you will turn left into the parking lot by the baseball fields. Coordinates: 38°55’46.4″N 76°56’40.3″W (click for map link)

Description: AWS is working to restore the wetlands to the shore of the Anacostia River. This Wetland Workday may involve planting wetland plants, repairing fencing, or removing debris.

Physical Requirements: This event will likely involve digging, lifting, and bending. Participants will be expected to wear closed-toed shoes for the duration of the event. If you think any of the physical requirements will be problematic, please let us know or consider joining another event.

Registration is required. Please register at least 2 days prior to the event date you chose to volunteer in order to receive additional information regarding proper clothing, etc.

For more information, contact Emily Castelli at ecastelli2@anacostiaws.org or call 301-699-6204 x103.