Join Fairmount Park Conservancy for a volunteer workday around the Pattison Lagoon on Thursday, September 17, from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Since fall 2023, the Conservancy has been working to clear invasives and plant new native trees, shrubs, flowers, and grasses along the edges of Pattison Lagoon with the help of volunteer groups, including the Phillies. Join us in caring for and establishing these plantings to support local wildlife and make a lasting impact on the lagoon’s ecosystem. Let’s continue this important work together!This public volunteer event is open to all ages and people of all abilities. Anyone interested is welcome to participate.

Please use the Anna C . Verna Playground parking lot.

Volunteers will be able to select their project, including:

• Tree care, plant maintenance
• Planting preparations
• Trash cleanup as needed

FDR Park is a 348-acre estuary park located in South Philadelphia that serves local neighbors and regional visitors with a variety of active recreational features and unique ecological assets. This work around the Pattison Lagoon is part of the FDR Park Plan – Philly’s largest, most public-facing investment in climate resilience that builds better, more diverse access for everyone in the city. Learn more here.

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EVENT TIMELINE:

• 9:00 am: Arrival and Registration
• 9:15 am: Welcome Remarks, Project & Safety Overview
• 9:30 am: Begin Projects
• 10:00 am: Group Photo
• 11:45 am: Call to Stop Work and gather Tools
• 11:55 am: Closing Remarks
• 12:00 pm: Event Ends

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KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:

• In general, please wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty.
• Sturdy, closed-toe shoes like boots or sneakers are required (no ballet flats, flip-flops, or sandals).
• We strongly recommend wearing long pants that cover your ankles and long sleeves to protect your arms.
• Please bring a reusable water bottle. We will provide jugs for refilling.
• Volunteers are also required to wear gloves while working. Gloves will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own.
• You may also want to consider wearing a hat or sunglasses.

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GETTING THERE/PARKING: Use the entrance closer to the intersection on Pattison Ave and S. Broad St. Then follow the road and turn right to the Playground.

• Plenty of free parking is available in the park.
• The park is easily accessible by the SEPTA Orange/Broad Street subway line, as well as Bus 17.
• We recommend using the 20th Street bike lane to access the park via bicycle.
• **Please don’t leave valuables or anything visible in your vehicles.**

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INCLEMENT WEATHER PROTOCOL

This workday will take place in light rain. In the event of heavy rain or other severe conditions, the workday will be canceled and registrants will be notified.

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QUESTIONS? Please reach out to eduenas@myphillypark.org

Looking for more ways to support our work? Play it forward for Philly parks! Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Fair Play Campaign is creating healthy park infrastructure, expanding people-centered programs, and preparing our organization for the future. Learn more and get involved at fairplayphilly.org