Name: Park-Keeping
Start: 2025-11-13T10:30:00-05:00
End: 2025-11-13T12:00:00-05:00
Location: Blackstone Park

Looking for some invigorating time outdoors in November? Join us for one or both of the November park-keeping sessions.
Thursday November 13, 10:30 - 12:00 Erosion control along the North Section blufftop. We will stake straw bales along the bluff edge and define paths. Meet near the bench off of Loring Ave near President. Tools: mallets or hammers,
Saturday November 15, 10:30 - 12:00 Center Section trail and forest improvement: We will work to winter-proof the trails and transplant oak seedlings into protected spaces. Meet off Parkside Road near Orchard Ave. Tools: rakes, pointed shovels.
Here is some general information about Park-keeping.
• You are welcome to drop-in for all or part of the event. That said, if you think you can come please let me know—it helps with the planning.
• The intensity of the work varies within each event, unless otherwise noted. You can choose whether you want lighter or heavier work!
• We strongly recommend the application of an EPA approved-repellent.
• We recommend you wear long pants and closed-toe shoes, and bring water.
• We can provide gloves and tools, although it helps if you can bring some.
• We can provide tools, if you’d like to bring your own we will use: pruners, loppers, weeders.
• For updates, including work site maps and weather-related changes, visit our blog and FB pages.
Email Carrie with any questions. We hope to see you soon in the parks!