Save the Trees
Join Weed Warrior Supervisor Monica and Weed Warrior Scott for a non-native, invasive plant removal workday in Northwest Branch Recreational Park in Silver Spring. We will focus on non-native, invasive vines including very large roundleaf bittersweet (Celastrus orbiculatus). We will meet close to Bonifant Rd and Carona Dr in Silver Spring. The exact address will be shared via email after you register.
Please wear long pants that cover your ankles, long sleeves, and sturdy, closed-toed shoes. Bring gloves, pruners, small folding hand saws and/or 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. Please bring water to drink. Please note: Court Ordered Volunteer Hours can’t be granted through this workday.
This event is capped at 20 people.
This workday is pre-approved for MCPS SSL hours. Volunteers must be 16 years or older to join this event.
All volunteers must register online: Click here to register for the event
How to register
- Click “Schedule”
- Pick the shift you are interested in.
- If you don’t have an account in our system, please create one.
- If you already have an account in the database, but forgot your login info, email the WW Volunteer Coordinator, and don’t create a new account.
- More details, including the exact meeting location, will be emailed to you after you register.
- For questions about the event, contact Weed Warrior Supervisor Monica.
Learn more about the Weed Warrior program.
This workday is co-sponsored by Montgomery Parks and the Neighbors of Northwest Branch.