Join us for the 2021 National Public Lands Day at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens! Free registration, open to groups and individuals.
About this event
National Public Lands Day (NPLD) is the nation's largest single-day volunteer event on public lands. The Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens will be celebrating NPLD with a volunteer event on Saturday, September 25th.
Space is limited for this event due to COVID-19. For this reason, there will be no walk-up registration. We ask that you only register if you are 100% certain you will be in attendance. We appreciate your patience as we work to maintain the safety of those who will be participating.
**Masks are optional but recommended for all participating. We will monitor COVID-19 safety guidelines for Washington, DC and the National Public Service and adjust accordingly.**
What you will be doing: Participate in a variety of park stewardship activities including invasive plant removal, litter collection, flower bed weeding, trail maintenance and more. Some activities involve working in shallow ponds. This event will run rain or shine—please dress accordingly and plan to work outside!
When: Saturday, September 25, 9:00am -12:00pm. Check-in opens at 8:30am. Please arrive no later than 8:45am so we can get started on time.
Where: Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, 1550 Anacostia Ave Northeast, Washington, DC 20019.
Getting There: By car, there is a large visitor parking lot at the park entrance on Anacostia Ave and abundant street parking surrounding the park. By Metro, the park entrance is 1.0 miles from the Deanwood Metro Station and 1.3 miles from the Minnesota Ave Station, both on the Orange Line. You can also access the park via the Anacostia River Trail on foot or bike.
What we provide: All necessary tools and supplies including gloves, boots, waders, shovels, rakes, wheelbarrows, trash bags, trash pickers and more.
Bring with you: Bring a water bottle, snack, sun protection, socks, and a change of clothes (optional). Wear clothes and shoes that can get wet, muddy, or dirty and dress according to the weather. We recommend you do not bring jewelry.
Other: We encourage families and students to join us. This event is eligible for Student Service Learning hours (SSL). All volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult chaperone, parent or guardian who can sign the volunteer form for them. Email Shannah to request a copy of the volunteer form ahead of time.
Contact: For any questions or concerns reach out to Shannah Cumberbatch, the Friends of Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens Volunteer & Engagement Coordinator, at shannah@fokag.org or 202-650-0455.
More about Friends of Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens: Check out our website (www.kenaqgardens.org) and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter (@kenaqgardens).