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Published 12/9/25 11:10AM

Forest Restoration

Diakon Community Services | AmeriCorps Seniors
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Cogan Station, PA
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    • Details

    Start Date:
    December 10, 2025, 8:00 AM GMT-5
    End Date:
    June 10, 2026, 4:00 PM GMT-4
    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Commitment Details:
    Amount of time is up to the volunteer. It would be best to plan to work between 8am and 1pm. Other times can be arranged to suit the Volunteer’s and Rider Park Manager’s schedule.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Environment & Sustainability, Seniors & Retirement
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check
    Age Requirement:
    55+
    Other Requirements:
    Special Qualifications needed for this assignment/activity: Ability to lift and bend Desired Qualifications: Ability to work with minimal supervision and genuine interest in native plants.

    Description

    Forest Restoration

    Responsibilities: Organize and maintain the native plant propagation area at Rider Park. Duties will change based on the season.

    • April-May duties could include planting, mulching, fencing new seedlings, replacing old tree shelters and stakes.
    • Jun-August will focus more on invasive plant management, identification, constructing propagation beds or boxes, and perhaps mapping invasive plant stands or areas to restore.
    • September-October will focus on collecting seeds, placing seeds in the propagation beds or boxes, and healing the propagation area in with a thick layer of mulch for the winter.

    Requirements: Wear hiking boots that have ankle support, wear work gloves, bring extra layers to keep warm while outside, and provide a water bottle.

    Location

    On-site
    1769 Caleb's Creek Road, Cogan Station, Pennsylvania, US

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