Volunteer Program Parks Volunteer Program
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COMMUNIT Y WORK PARTIES
"As we work to heal the earth, the earth heals us." – Robin Wall Kimmerer
Get outside and give back this winter at one of our weekly volunteer work parties.
We will restore wildlife habitat, maintain trails, pick up litter, plant native shrubs and trees,
remove invasive species, make new friends, learn new skills, and (of course) have fun!
We will provide tools, gloves, and direction while following all current safety protocols. Please bring sturdy shoes, layers
appropriate for the weather, and bring a water bottle and snack. All ages and abilities welcome. Pre-registration is
required. For more information and to register, visit: volunteerbellingham.org/need
9 am to noon
9 am to noon
MARCH
1 – Native Plant Nursery
Join the fun as we pot hundreds of bare root trees and
shrubs! Choose to volunteer in the morning (9 am–12 pm),
afternoon (1–3 pm), or both.
8 – Native Plant Nursery
Learn about our new native plants while potting the final
batch of bare root trees and shrubs! Morning (9 am–12 pm),
afternoon (1–3 pm), or both. Join us!
15 – Connelly Creek Nature Area (North)
Come restore wildlife habitat and protect wetlands with
our Park Steward Alex, near Joe's Gardens.
22 – Happy Valley Park
The salmon swimming in Connelly Creek that flows
through this neighborhood park, need help. NSEA will
join us to make a difference! A
29 – Hundred Acre Wood
Join us to restore wildlife habitat and protect wetlands in
this serene forest on the south side of Bellingham.
APRIL
5 – Lower Padden Creek Trail
Together with our Park Steward John, we will remove
invasive English Ivy along this cherished trail near
Padden Creek!
12 – Samish Crest Trail
Help us enhance the trailside habitat in the stunning
Samish Crest Open Space. Join us in making this special
place thrive.
10 am to 1 pm
9 am to noon
The Bellingham Parks Volunteer Program empowers our community to have the tools, knowledge and skills to
care for, restore, and protect Bellingham's parks, trails and open spaces. Visit cob.org/parkvolunteer.
JANUARY
11 – East Meadow Park
Help us improve wildlife habitat within the Samish
Neighborhood by removing invasive plants.
18 – MLK, Jr. Day of Service
Community Work Party
See information on timing (12:30-3:30 pm) and details
for this work party on the previous page.
25 – Rock Hill Park
This park in the York Neighborhood is calling for some
TLC. Help us remove invasive English Ivy and plant native
species to revitalize the space.
FEBRUARY
1 – Forest & Cedar Park
Join forces with L.E.A.D. and WWU student volunteers to
combat invasive plants and plant some new native shrubs
and trees in this wonderful park near WWU's campus.
8 – Cornwall Park
Partner with us and NSEA to remove invasive Himalayan
Blackberry and plant trees and shrubs at one of
Bellingham's oldest parks, adjacent to Squalicum Creek.
15 – Sehome Arboretum
Come help us restore trailside habitat in this beautiful
forest near WWU — it's a true Bellingham gem!
22 – Julianna Park
Help us restore a beloved Bellingham park by removing
invasive species, planting native trees, and continuing
the legacy of Julianna Guy, namesake of this park.
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to learn more and
get registered
today!
