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Tree Planting - McClatchy Park

CITY OF SACRAMENTO; DEPT. OF YOUTH, PARKS, & COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Sacramento, CA
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Date:
    November 18, 2026, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM PST
    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    50
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Civic Engagement, Community Development, Volunteering
    Good For:
    Kids, Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, International Volunteers, Private Corporate Groups

    Description

    Join The Sacramento Tree Foundation and the City of Sacramento's Department of Youth Parks and Community Enrichment (YPCE) for a fun and rewarding morning of park beautification.

    Volunteers will plant, stake and spread mulch to approximately 20 new trees. The planting holes will be pre-dug and backfilled, making them easy to clear and ready for planting.

    No tree-planting experience is necessary! We'll provide an informative demonstration on proper planting techniques and safety. practices.

    Trees and stakes are provided through a generous partnership between SMUD and The Sacramento Tree Foundation.

    All tools will be provided by YPCE.

    What to bring:

    • Work gloves
    • Closed toe shoes
    • Weather appropriate clothing you don't mind getting dirty
    • refillable water bottles
    • Community spirit

    Youth groups and students can receive credit for volunteer hours.

    Everyone's a VIP when you Volunteer In Parks!

    Location

    On-site

    McClatchy Park

    3500 5th Ave, Sacramento, CA 95817, USA

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