Volunteers Needed at Lower Commons Park Work Party

The city of Sammamish is seeking volunteers for a work party Saturday, Nov. 19, at , SE 4th Street and 222nd Place SE

Please note that this is an afternoon volunteer event.

This park is located below City Hall, best access is from SE 4th and 222nd Place SE. The Lower Commons Park includes a native plant garden. This garden is entirely maintained by volunteers with semi-annual work parties and Eagle Scout Projects. This event is led by volunteer stewards trained by the Washington Native Plant Society.

Volunteers will be working with stewards and staff to continue removal of invasive plants and add native plants that will enhance this area. The plants will have been salvaged early that morning. They will also help to spread bark to help keep the plants from returning.

This project is perfect for students looking to complete community service hours for school, great for groups of all ages. Bring your friends and family.

This event can use younger volunteers (13 and under) as long as they are accompanied by a parent. Dress for the weather, and wear boots or closed toe shoes and bring work gloves. Volunteers are also requested to bring their favorite planting and weeding tools. Most of the plants will be at least one gallon, so larger shovels are preferred. Wheelbarrows to help spread the mulch are also requested. Make sure to put your name on all tools.

This event is sponsored by . All volunteers will get a gift from Columbia Athletic Clubs.

Sign up by registering at the link below, or contact the Volunteer Coordinator at 425.295.0556.