ABQ NeighborWoods Tree Planting Oso Grande

Details
Dates Volunteer is Needed: 
8/29/2020
Number of Volunteers Needed: 
60
Description of the Volunteer Opportunity: 

We are looking for volunteers to help us load and unload trees to/from trucks, as well as to plant trees!
Under the supervision of a Tree Planting Team Leader, you will be carefully instructed in the correct procedures for planting a tree. No prior experience is necessary. For those wanting to assist with loading and unloading, the ability to lift 30 lbs. or more is essential.
You must wear closed-toed shoes, and gloves. Please bring your own water bottle. Hats and sunscreen are recommended. Small snacks will be provided.

Areas of Interest: 
Environment
Great for: 
Teens
Adults
55+
Who Will Be Impacted Through This Project: 

Under-served populations and low tree canopy areas that have observed that coming together to plant trees is a great way to build community. In collaboration with the City of Albuquerque, our ABQ NeighborWoods is one of our premier programs.

Is This an Ongoing Opportunity?: 
Yes
Is This a Group Opportunity?: 
Yes
Minimum Age of Volunteers: 
15
Are Court-Ordered Volunteers Accepted?: 
Yes
Nonprofit Will Provide: 

Training, tools, T-shirts to the first 40 people while sizes last.

Additional Requirements: 

Please be on time and ready to follow directions. Be someone who is positive, patient, energetic, and flexible. We recommend that you be able to lift, walk, and carry up to 30 lbs. without injury. If you care about trees, enjoy meeting and working with new people, and would like to volunteer, we would love to hear from you.

Last Updated: Jun 30 2020
Address of Project Site
4904 Edwards Drive NE
Albuquerque
New Mexico
87111
Contact Info
Phone: 
(505) 265-4554

Disclaimer

The Center for Nonprofit Excellence, United Way of Central New Mexico provides these volunteer opportunities as a service to our community and does not assume any responsibility for the validity of such postings. To ensure accurate and up-to-date information, please contact the organization who posted the opportunity.

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