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Join Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation. Polk County Conservation and Polk Soil & Water Conservation District to celebrate National Trails Day! We will be working to build and cut trails at Easter Lake. A bag lunch will be provided.
After our trail work, volunteers are invited to gather at 515 Brewing to enjoy a free beverage on the brewery. Volunteers are welcome to make a weekend of it with a free evening of camping at Yellow Banks Park compliments of Polk County Conservation (Please indicate your interest in camping when registering). Volunteers will be entered into a raffle for prizes and gear.
Please note: An RSVP is required (EVENT IS FULL). Space is limited. Registration deadline is June 2.
Plan to arrive between 12 and 12:45 p.m. to get signed in, gear up, eat lunch and attend a brief safety meeting. Trail work will begin at 1:00 p.m. and go until 4 p.m. Rain date: June 6.
No experience necessary. All the equipment you'll need is provided. Families welcome.
What to bring:
- Water bottle
- Sturdy boots or shoes that can get muddy
- Hat, work gloves, sunscreen, mask
- All other equipment provided
Details:
- No experience necessary
- Families welcome
- You will be asked to sign a liability waiver
- Restrooms on-site
Questions?
Contact Melissa Schmeling-Dempsey at ConservationVolunteers@polkcountyiowa.gov