Monday, February 20, 2012

Snook Islands Volunteers Event

Volunteers needed March 3, 2012 to create a Native Coastal Hardwood Hammock in the Upland Buffer to the Snook Islands Natural Area on the Lake Worth Lagoon.

March 3, 2012 - 8 a m to noon and/or noon to 4 p m - Volunteer for half day or full day.

Help plant and mulch over 400 donated shrubs and trees on the Upland Buffer of the Coastal Hardwood Hammock to Snook Islands Natural Area.

The Upland Portion of Snook Islands Natural Area is located between the Lake Worth Bridge and the southern tip of the Lake Worth Golf Course and the Lake Worth Lagoon. Wear sturdy shoes, garden gloves, sunscreen, and a hat. Shovels, wheel barrows, rakes, and brooms are welcome, mark your tools.

Tell your friends, family, and neighbors. Plant experts and plant novices are all needed.

Native Plants and Trees: Jane Thompson, Indian Trails Native Nursery, has generously donated over 400 native plants and trees suitable for this environmental restoration.

David Niemi, Planting Coordinator - agrassroot@comcast.net - 561.533.9460

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