Native Plant Nursery Experience

Get your (gloved) hands dirty in our plant nursery and take part in growing the healthy, climate-resilient forests that support people and wildlife in our region. You’ll help us care for young trees and shrubs as they await their final homes in urban forests, parks, and open spaces throughout the Greenway NHA landscape. Spring in the nursery brings tasks like potting yearling trees and protecting plants by removing weeds from inside their pots. This is a great opportunity for kids to see the role – and fun! – they can have in caring for nature. 

Please note: Youth 13 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. 

For safety, volunteers are required to wear:

• Sturdy, close-toed shoes
• Gloves (provided)

Volunteers are recommended to wear:

• Long pants

In addition, we recommend that participants bring:

• Warm layers
• Rain gear
• Snacks for breaks
• At least one full water bottle
• Small daypack for food, extra layers, etc.

We will assemble at the Meadow Shelter after the end of the Spring Breakfast Program and walk to the Nursery together.