About this Event
Help us care for the trees in our nursery. Participants will work together with OCF AmeriCorps members to move our street-ready trees to the sale rows and make room for the new delivery of saplings in Spring. Volunteers may also help to scrub and sanitize re-usable tree containers to prepare for our "Bare Root" tree order of 1600 trees, prune existing tree stock, transplant small trees to larger containers, and generally care for the well-being of our trees. Able-bodied volunteers will help move mulch throughout the nursery to prevent new weeds from growing. No experience is necessary, just a willingness to work with others while enjoying the outside! This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on nursery and landscape experience while supporting a good cause.
This event is for all ages, for other possible events check out our Eventbrite page!
COVID- 19 Protocols: You should not report to your volunteer shift if you are feeling ill or are showing any symptoms of COVID-19. CDC-approved face coverings and social distancing are no longer required while volunteering with Our City Forest.
Disclaimer: At this volunteer event, you may be working with individuals who are unvaccinated. Please use your discretion in taking the proper precautions.
***All FIRST TIME volunteers must submit a
- A ll Volunteers must submit a waiver once for each calendar year they work. (We are using 2023 waivers now.)
- Volunteers 18 and older must submit a Volunteer Waiver and Release Form and Vaccination Form.
- Volunteers 18 and older must submit a Volunteer Waiver and Release Form and Vaccination Form.
- Volunteers under the age of 18 must have a parent/guardian complete the Volunteer Waiver and Release Form.
- Volunteers under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian to volunteer.
Forms can be submitted electronically to [email protected], or brought with you to your volunteer shift.
*** If you have already submitted your forms, there is no need to send another copy. Thank you!
What to Bring to Volunteer:
- Closed-toed shoes (No crocs, sandals, flats, etc.)
- Proper work clothing that can get dirty (long pants are recommended, but make sure your attire is weather appropriate)
- Appropriate sun or rain protection (Sunscreen, Hat, Rain jacket, etc.)
- Water! Please bring plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated throughout your volunteer shift.
- Recommended: Gardening-type gloves
If you arrive at your shift without the above items, you may be turned away from volunteering for safety reasons.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Our City Forest Nursery and Training Center, 1000 Spring St, San Jose, United States
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