Presidio Nursery

June 1, 2013

Saturday, 1-4 pm

Audience: Adults, Educators, Elementary School Students, Families, Groups, High School Students, Middle School Students, Seniors, Volunteers

Location: Presidio of San Francisco

Event Type: Volunteer

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Volunteer at the Presidio Nursery and learn how to grow and care for native plants, as well as be a part of a thriving community-based restoration program. Activities include transplanting seedlings, pruning, composting, seed collecting, and winter planting.

This is a weekly volunteer program on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 1-4 pm.

Individuals and Families

Drop-in individuals are welcome. Registration is not required for participation, but highly encouraged. No cancellations due to rain.

Groups

Nursery programs are limited in capacity. Groups of five or more may require special arrangements and must be confirmed in advance. Fill out the Group Project Request Form or visit our Groups volunteer page to learn more.

Age, Skills, What to Bring:

• Volunteers of all ages are welcome. Read our Youth Policy Guidelines (PDF) for youth under the age of 15.
• Bring your Volunteer Waiver (PDF). Volunteers under the age of 18 must have parent/guardian approval section signed.
• Please wear clothes that can get dirty, long pants, closed-toe shoes, layers for changing weather, and rain gear if necessary. Also, bring a personal water bottle and sunscreen.
• No experience necessary. Training and tools will be provided. Fulfills community service requirements.

Meeting Location

Meet at Presidio Nursery (click map on right).

Downloads

• FAQ
• Volunteer Brochure (PDF)
• Weekly Volunteer Schedule (PDF)

The Golden Gate National Parks Volunteer Program is a cooperative parkwide effort of the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, the National Park Service, and the Presidio Trust.