Submitted by: Get Outdoors Nevada
National Wildlife Week: Habitat Planting
Date: Saturday, March 10
Time: 8am – 3pm
Audience: Adults, Seniors, Groups, must be at least 8. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Location: Desert National Wildlife Refuge
Agency: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Volunteer Work Type: Planting
Celebrate National Wildlife Week by making a difference in your community! Join a team of volunteers to plant native willow trees at Corn Creek. Native plants help prevent erosion, keep down dust, and provide important habitat for wildlife. Individuals need to be in fairly good physical condition as planting requires the ability to bend, kneel, get a little dirty, and lift 1 gallon potted plants. Plan to be outside in cool, sunny conditions with no shade – a hat and sunscreen are recommended. Work gloves, water, snacks, and a good time will be provided. If volunteers stay past noon for second session, they should bring a lunch.
