The National Parks Conservation Association has their "big gig" on September 25th: National Public Lands Day. They are trying to get 200 volunteers to clean out invasive plant species from Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, so wear clothing appropriate for the work at hand: long-sleeve shirts, long pants, and no open toe shoes. There are also less messy projects available. Projects will be available for those who come at 9am. Registration starts at 9:30 am and the project starts at 10:00 am. Take the Orange Line to the Deanwood Station. Take the Polk Street exit (to your left) and follow Polk to the pedestrian bridge. Cross over 295 and turn left on to Douglas Street, then proceed 2 blocks to Anacostia Avenue (you’ll see the big brown NPS sign guiding you to the Aquatic Gardens). Turn right on Anacostia Ave and walk 50 yards to the park entrance on your left. The walk from the Deanwood Station to the park takes approximately 12 minutes… Please sign up before September 18th, so NPCA can receive our RSVPs.