About this Event
Join us for a fun day of giving back to our community by helping rake leaves in Riverside Park! This event is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, meet new people, and make a difference in the park. No experience is necessary—just bring your energy and enthusiasm.
While we typically follow the “Leave the Leaves” practice to protect habitat for our insect friends in our natural areas, our Leaf Lift events focus on removing leaves from high-traffic pathways to provide a safer and cleaner experience for park visitors.
And the best part? The leaves collected during these projects won’t go to waste! They’ll be composted right here in-house, either supporting our work at the compost compound or returning nutrients to our woodland and restoration areas.
Come lend a hand, enjoy some time outdoors, and help us care for Riverside Park!
What to wear/bring:
- Filled water bottle
- Sturdy, closed-toe shoes
- Comfortable, seasonally-appropriate layers
- Long pants & socks that cover your ankles
- Sunscreen
- Optional: Hat
We will provide gloves for volunteers and any tools/materials needed for the project. Please always keep personal items with you, as we do not have a secure area for personal belongings.
For the safety of our staff and volunteers, if on the day of the project you are sick or not feeling well, STAY HOME! It is not worth the risk to you or to others.
For any questions, please email [email protected]
Event venue & nearby stays
Palisades Playground, 695 Riverside Drive, New York, United States
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