Sacramento Tree Foundation welcomes volunteers of all ages for Folsom event
New trees added to Folsom's Cummings Family Skate and Bike Park on Dec. 14 will be named for famous skateboarders. Courtesy City of Folsom
It’s not too late to plant trees – especially when you’re thinking about the future.
Wrap up 2024 with a volunteer activity that will provide dividends for decades to come: Public tree planting with the Sacramento Tree Foundation.
And this Saturday’s planting event comes with a special twist: These trees – which will provide shade surrounding a skate and bike park – will honor legends of skateboarding.
On Saturday, Dec. 14, volunteers will be digging, staking and mulching a new grove next to the Cummings Family Skate and Bike Park in Folsom. Volunteers are asked to be there by 9:45 a.m. for registration and training. The foundation hopes to wrap up planting by 1 p.m. Tools are provided, but wear closed-toe shoes and dress in layers. Bring a refillable water bottle.
All ages are welcome (it’s a great family outing) and participation is free. Volunteers under age 16 need to be accompanied by an adult.
“Join us to help plant more trees at Cummings Family Skate & Bike Park!” says the foundation. “Planting more trees in this park will help increase the amount of shaded walkways, create more spaces to picnic under, and will help clean the air and water for years to come!
“We provide all the necessary tools and supplies to care for trees,” the organizers add. “Participants will receive a short, hands-on training on site. After learning the tools and techniques, participants will split up into groups and begin planting trees throughout the site.
“To celebrate the new trees at the skatepark, we will be naming each of the trees planted after a legendary skateboarder!”
Participants are asked to register online in advance. They’ll receive an email including the location of the work site.
The event is open to anyone, adds SacTree, “but those who live or work nearby are especially encouraged to attend – including skateboarders and bike riders! This event is open to the general public, you do not need any prior experience to join us and on-site training will be provided. Families with children are welcome.”
Besides the future benefits these trees have to offer, this event also is a wonderful opportunity to learn the right way to plant a tree for a long and productive life.
Learn more and register here: https://sactree.org/event/folsom-skate-bike-park-tree-planting/
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