Tree Maintenance
Newly planted trees need support to survive. Let’s help young trees grow into healthy forests!
GVC volunteers have planted 40,000+ native trees across the Gunpowder Watershed. However, our work isn’t done after the trees are planted in the ground. Young trees are vulnerable to deer browsing and competition with surrounding vegetation.
Tree maintenance is a hands-on way for volunteers to improve the health of our local forests and waterways. These events are also a great way to earn community service hours!
Tree maintenance involves:
- Removing invasive plants
- Checking planted trees to see if the shelter needs to be removed
- Making sure the tree is growing upright
EVENT INFO
When: Friday, January 23rd, from 12 PM – 3PM
What to bring: Please wear long pants, long sleeves, and socks with close toed shoes to help avoid any ticks. Tick and bug spray will be available at the sign in table. Please bring a water bottle with you; water will be available for refills if necessary.
Directions: 4018 Cloverland Drive Phoenix MD, 21131
We recommend using GPS and the address provided above to determine the best route to this site. Please follow GVC signs and park along the side of Dance Mill Road before entering the housing development. We will meet and walk to the planting site from there.
