Dear Volunteers,

We invite you to join us for a Trail Stewards Volunteer Day at the beautiful Wattles Stewardship Center in Port Murray, New Jersey.

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Details:

July 8th, 2023; August 12th, 2023; & September 9th, 2023

– Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

– We will meet in the Main Building (please enter through the east door)

– Bathrooms available in the office (for volunteers)

What to Wear:

Please come dressed appropriately for outdoor work in comfortable pants and sturdy shoes. We recommend wearing long sleeves, a hat, and bringing sunscreen and bug repellent, as we will be working outdoors.

What to Bring:

Remember to bring a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the day. New Jersey Audubon will provide snacks, a water cooler, hand tools, and gloves for the trail work. However, if you have preferred hand tools that you are comfortable using, feel free to bring them along.

Activities for the day will include:

– Cutting back and maintaining trails

– Picking up litter

– Trail marking

– Cleaning signs

– Cleaning up the garden area

We are pleased that this Trail Stewards Volunteer Day event will occur every second Saturday through September 2023. This provides a wonderful opportunity to regularly contribute to the preservation and improvement of our local trails.

By participating in this Trail Stewards Volunteer Day, you will make a significant impact in improving the local trails and preserving the natural beauty of our community.

Together, we can create a more sustainable and enjoyable environment for everyone to appreciate.

For any inquiries, please contact Lindsay Gafford, Stewardship Project Director, at [email protected]. We greatly appreciate your dedication to environmental conservation and look forward to working alongside you!

Thank you for your support.

Sincerely,

Lindsay Gafford

Stewardship Project Director – Sanctuaries & Garden for Wildlife

[email protected]

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