Description Service Saturdays offer community members of all ages, accessibility levels, and backgrounds the opportunity to volunteer one Saturday a month, supporting our mission to help protect the region’s natural heritage and provide outdoor experiences that inspire a personal connection with nature. These service events contribute to the beautification of our parks, making them healthier and more attractive for both local wildlife and visitors alike. Impact Horticulture at Five Rivers MetroParks creates, maintains, and preserves green space and habitats for pollinators and native plants, as well as educates visitors on sustainable gardening practices and local food production. Tasks Under the supervision of the staff lead, volunteers will help with: deadheading plant material planting seasonal annuals and perennials edging, raking, and mulching flower beds weeding, watering, and helping with general garden bed maintenance assist with other seasonal gardening projects as needed Additional Notes: This is a Public Volunteer Opportunity. Learn more about our types of service here. Meet at the front entrance to the Wegerzyn Gardens Building. Please review Five Rivers MetroParks latest COVID-19 Updates. This opportunity is family friendly. Families with youth volunteers under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who engages in service and assumes supervisory responsibility during their volunteer assignment. Sign up here: https://metroparks.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=691630