CHENEY, Wash. — The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, in partnership with the Partners for Fish & Wildlife Program, is seeking volunteers to assist with tree potting events at Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge during April and May.
Starting April 8, refuge staff will host single-day tree potting sessions where volunteers can spend a half or full day potting native trees such as aspen, hawthorn, and cottonwood.
The trees will be used in habitat restoration projects both on and off the refuge.
Plantings typically occur in the fall with help from non-profit partners and volunteers. Over the past decade, tens of thousands of trees have been planted in the Spokane County area.
The sessions are open to all ages and are family friendly. Large groups are welcome with advance notice, including weekend and evening sessions. Volunteers are asked to wear long pants, closed-toe shoes, and bring their own food and water. Potting equipment, including gloves, will be provided. No prior experience is required.
For more information about the Partners for Fish & Wildlife Program, contact Brian Walker, Private Lands Biologist, at brian_walker@fws.gov or (509)-559-3031.
To learn more about volunteering or to RSVP for a session, contact Ranger Josh, Visitor Services Manager, at joshua_contois@fws.gov or (509)-559-3034.
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