About this Event
Project Description:
Work alongside Rocky Mountain National Park greenhouse staff to transplant young nursery plants into larger containers for use in native plant restoration projects. Transplant various species of grasses, forbs, shrubs, and trees that will help restore disturbances in meadows, wetlands, forests, and the alpine tundra! Nursery transplants were propagated in Rocky’s greenhouse and sourced by seed collected within the park to preserve specific adaptations that allow plants to persist in Rocky’s climate. Get your hands dirty and be a part of preserving Rocky’s diverse landscape!
What to Expect:
Transplanting will occur at Rocky’s native plant nursery located at an elevation of around 8,000 ft. Work is sedentary and repetitive as transplanting is done while sitting. Light to moderate lifting of plant trays and pots will be required as well as moving wheelbarrows of soil over short distances (10-20 ft.) Shade structures are provided to work under, but be prepared for variable weather conditions (sun, wind, heat, cold, light rain).
Minimum age: 18 years
Time: 8:00am - 4:00pm
Parking location: Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
Work site: RMNP Greenhouse
Nearest bathroom: Office building near Greenhouse
Gear to bring: Layers (it can be hot or snow, even on the same day), rain gear, sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunglasses), gloves if you prefer your own, day pack, lunch and snacks, and at least 2 liters of water per person.
Note: Each date has a minimum requirement of 4 volunteers and a maximum of 10. If your desired date does not meet the minimum group requirement, we will try to reschedule you for another date.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, 1000 U.S. 36, Estes Park, United States
