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SUMMARY:Invasive Vine Removal/Canvassing in Eastland Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Join CCAN to canvass and remove Invasive Vines around the Eastland Gardens neighborhood in DC. \nThis event will be a fun mix of door-to-door canvassing and invasive vine removal. We will meet at the Watts Branch Forest by Lee St. NE and spend 30 minutes doing training on vine removal and canvassing. From there we will break into pairs and head to a list of pre-surveyed residences in the area to offer vine removal for residents. \nWe will focus on non-native invasive vines including porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata) and English ivy (Hedera helix). Please wear long pants\, long sleeves\, and close-toed shoes. Instructions and tools will be provided\, so just bring yourself and a good attitude! \nA reminder email will be sent out the day before with detailed instructions on where to meet. \nStudents under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian for the duration of the event.
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/invasive-vine-removal-canvassing-in-eastland-gardens/
LOCATION:Eastland Gardens\, 4000 Meade Street NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20019
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250514T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250514T110000
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SUMMARY:Invasive Vine Removal at Sligo Creek
DESCRIPTION:Join CCAN and Friends of Sligo Creek to remove Invasive Vines along Sligo Creek in Hyattsville\, MD. \nWe will meet along Sligo Creek (exact GPS coordinates will be emailed to participants) at 9am and work until about 11am. We will focus on non-native invasive vines including porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata)\, English ivy (Hedera helix)\, and Kudzu (pueraria montana). Native Virginia creeper and poison ivy are also present and beneficial\, so we will avoid those. \nPlease wear long pants\, long sleeves\, and close-toed shoes. Instructions and tools will be provided\, so just bring yourself and a good attitude! \nA reminder email will be sent out the day before with detailed instructions on where to meet.
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/invasive-vine-removal-at-sligo-creek/
LOCATION:Sligo Creek\, 6301 Sligo Pkwy\, Hyattsville\, Maryland\, 20782
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250510T130000
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SUMMARY:Invasive Vine Removal/Canvassing in Springfield
DESCRIPTION:Join CCAN and NoVa Tree Rescuers to canvass and remove Invasive Vines around the Loisdale Park neighborhood in Springfield\, VA. \nThis event will be a fun mix of door-to-door canvassing and invasive vine removal. We will meet at Loisdale Park and spend the first 30 minutes doing training on vine removal and canvassing. From there we will break into pairs and head to a list of pre-surveyed residences in the area to offer vine removal for residents. \nWe will focus on non-native invasive vines including porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata) and English ivy (Hedera helix). Please wear long pants\, long sleeves\, and close-toed shoes. Instructions and tools will be provided\, so just bring yourself and a good attitude! \nA reminder email will be sent out the day before with detailed instructions on where to meet.
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/invasive-vine-removal-canvassing-in-springfield/
LOCATION:Loisdale Park\, 7419 Loisdale Rd\, Springfield\, Virginia\, 22150
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T083000
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SUMMARY:Community Tree Planting: Armed Forces Retirement Home
DESCRIPTION:Join us in planting trees at Armed Forces Retirement Home with Verizon!\n\n\nJoin us and Verizon as we plant trees at Armed Forces Retirement Home! \nYou provide the volunteers\, we provide all the necessary tools and supplies to plant the trees. Participants will receive a hands-on training on site. After learning the tools and techniques\, participants will be split up into groups supervised by a trained volunteer Team Leader and begin planting trees throughout the space. \n  \nRegister now! The week before this event\, we will send a logistics and directions email with detailed information about how to get to the site. You will receive this email ONLY if you are signed-up for this planting. \n  \nRequirements \nRegister: Register in advance. Space is limited. If your plans change prior to the event\, please update your registration status so we are sure to have the necessary number of volunteers. \nWaiver: All volunteers must pre-register and sign a completed volunteer waiver form BEFORE participating in the Tree Planting event. \nYouth Volunteers: Youth volunteers may participate with an adult supervisor. \nClothes: Dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather. We recommend long pants and other protections for sun\, bugs and poison ivy. \nShoes: Close toed shoes required\, boots are preferred over sneakers. \nSkills: No specific skills or tools required. Each event starts with a tool safety and planting demonstration. Volunteers work alongside experienced Team Leaders and staff. \nArrival: Arrive on time. Check-in opens at 8:00am until 8:30am. The event will begin at 9:00am and all volunteers must be present for the tool safety demonstration at the start of the event. \nWater: Bring a full water bottle! Water will be available on site if needed. \nFood: No food will be provided on site\, please pack in any food you would like to eat during the event. \nAnimals: No animals are allowed into the event\, except for service animals. \n  \nWhat to expect on site: \n8:00am – Check in opens \n8:00am – 8:30am -Breakfast is served \n8:30am – Opening remarks and tool safety demo \n9:00am – Planting begins\, at which time volunteers will be split into planting teams\, each lead by a Team Leader. Each team will plant 2-3 trees. \n  \nGetting There \nParking: Parking may be available on site\, details to follow. Limited street parking available\, carpooling is encouraged to reduce the number of vehicles. \nBike Parking: Bikes can be locked to nearby signs. \nPublic Transportation: The nearest bus stop is Rock Creek Church Rd NW & Upshur St NW which serves the H8 bus route. \n  \nSupport Casey Trees \nDonate to Casey Trees to Restore\, Enhance and Protect D.C.’s Tree Canopy! Casey Trees relies on the support of friends\, neighbors and volunteers like you to make our work possible. \nAnd consider becoming a Casey Trees Member today and receive some incredible perks and benefits – all while doing your part to help build a greener place to live for us all. \nQuestions? \nReach out to volunteer@caseytrees.org with any questions
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/community-tree-planting-armed-forces-retirement-home/
LOCATION:Armed Forces Retirement Home – Washington DC\, 140 Rock Creek Church Road Northwest\, Washington\, DC\, 20011\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250511
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SUMMARY:Healthy Homes Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Healthy Homes Fair is the country’s biggest consumer-facing home electrification event. It is a free expo and interactive experience for homeowners\, renters\, home renovation professionals\, and career seekers to learn about the technologies\, products\, services\, and incentives available to improve our health\, increase comfort\, and reduce emissions from the homes of the DC region.
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/healthy-homes-fair/
LOCATION:Catholic University of America\, 620 Michigan Ave NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20064\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250507T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T010533
CREATED:20250415T183352Z
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SUMMARY:Invasive Vine Removal at Catholic University
DESCRIPTION:Join CCAN to remove Invasive Vines at Catholic University Woods in Washington\, DC. \nWe will meet in front of the North Woods across the street from Marist Hall at 9am. We will spend the first 30 minutes doing a training on invasive vines and best practices for removal\, then we will head further into the forest to remove vines until about 12pm. \nWe will focus on non-native invasive vines including porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata)\, English ivy (Hedera helix)\, and Kudzu (pueraria montana). \nPlease wear long pants\, long sleeves\, and close-toed shoes. Instructions and tools will be provided\, so just bring yourself and a good attitude! \nA reminder email will be sent out the day before with detailed instructions on where to meet.
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/invasive-vine-removal-at-catholic-university/
LOCATION:Marist Annex\, 403 Fort Slemmer Dr\, Washington\, DC\, 20064
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250503T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260807T010533
CREATED:20250415T183016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T183129Z
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SUMMARY:Invasive Vine Removal at Loisdale Park
DESCRIPTION:Join CCAN and the NoVa Tree Rescuers to remove Invasive Vines around Loisdale Park in Springfield\, VA. \nWe will spend the first 30 minutes doing a brief training on invasive vines and best practices for removal\, and spend about 2 hours removing vines from the trees. We will focus on non-native invasive vines including porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata) and English ivy (Hedera helix). \nPlease wear long pants\, long sleeves\, and close-toed shoes. Instructions and tools will be provided\, so just bring yourself and a good attitude! \nA reminder email will be sent out the day before with detailed instructions on where to meet.
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/invasive-vine-removal-at-loisdale-park/
LOCATION:Loisdale Park\, 7419 Loisdale Rd\, Springfield\, Virginia\, 22150
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T010533
CREATED:20250425T213314Z
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SUMMARY:Community Tree Planting: Mount Olivet Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we plant trees at Mount Olivet Cemetery with Truist Charitable Fund! \nYou provide the volunteers\, we provide all the necessary tools and supplies to plant the trees. Participants will receive a hands-on training on site. After learning the tools and techniques\, participants will be split up into groups supervised by a trained volunteer Team Leader and begin planting trees throughout the space. \n  \nRegister now! The week before this event\, we will send a logistics and directions email with detailed information about how to get to the site. You will receive this email ONLY if you are signed-up for this planting. \n  \nRequirements \nRegister: Register in advance. Space is limited. If your plans change prior to the event\, please update your registration status so we are sure to have the necessary number of volunteers. \nWaiver: All volunteers must pre-register and sign a completed volunteer waiver form BEFORE participating in the Tree Planting event. \nYouth Volunteers: Youth volunteers may participate with an adult supervisor. \nClothes: Dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather. We recommend long pants and other protections for sun\, bugs and poison ivy. \nShoes: Close toed shoes required\, boots are preferred over sneakers. \nSkills: No specific skills or tools required. Each event starts with a tool safety and planting demonstration. Volunteers work alongside experienced Team Leaders and staff. \nArrival: Arrive on time. Check-in opens at 8:00am until 8:30am. The event will begin at 9:00am and all volunteers must be present for the tool safety demonstration at the start of the event. \nWater: Bring a full water bottle! Water will be available on site if needed. \nFood: No food will be provided on site\, please pack in any food you would like to eat during the event. \nAnimals: No animals are allowed into the event\, except for service animals. \n  \nWhat to expect on site: \n8:00am – Check in opens \n8:00am – 8:30am -Breakfast is served \n8:30am – Opening remarks and tool safety demo \n9:00am – Planting begins\, at which time volunteers will be split into planting teams\, each lead by a Team Leader. Each team will plant 2-3 trees. \n  \nGetting There \nParking: Parking may be available on site\, details to follow. Limited street parking available\, carpooling is encouraged to reduce the number of vehicles. \nBike Parking: Bikes can be locked to nearby signs. \nPublic Transportation: The nearest bus stop is Bladensburg Rd NE & Mt Olivet Rd NE \nwhich serves the B2 bus route. \n  \nSupport Casey Trees \nDonate to Casey Trees to Restore\, Enhance and Protect D.C.’s Tree Canopy! Casey Trees relies on the support of friends\, neighbors and volunteers like you to make our work possible. \nAnd consider becoming a Casey Trees Member today and receive some incredible perks and benefits – all while doing your part to help build a greener place to live for us all. \nQuestions? \nReach out to volunteer@caseytrees.org with any questions
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/community-tree-planting-mount-olivet-cemetery/
LOCATION:Mount Olivet Cemetery\, 1300 Bladensburg Rd. NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20002\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250502T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250502T110000
DTSTAMP:20260807T010533
CREATED:20250415T182725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T182725Z
UID:27327-1746176400-1746183600@caseytrees.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Vine Removal at Dewey Local Park
DESCRIPTION:Join CCAN and Montgomery County Weed Warriors to remove Invasive Vines at Dewey Local Park in Silver Spring\, MD. \nWe will meet in the parking lot of Dewey Local Park at 9am. We will spend the first 30 minutes doing training on identifying and removing invasive vines\, then we will head further into the forest to remove vines until about 11am. We will focus on non-native invasive vines including porcelainberry and (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata)\, English ivy (Hedera helix). \nPlease wear long pants\, long sleeves\, and close-toed shoes. Instructions and tools will be provided\, so just bring yourself and a good attitude! \nA reminder email will be sent out the day before with detailed instructions on where to meet. \nAll volunteers must also register for this event on the Montgomery Parks website: https://montgomeryparks.org/events/weed-warrior-dewey-local-park/
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/invasive-vine-removal-at-dewey-local-park/
LOCATION:Dewey Local Park\, 11720 Dewey Rd\, Silver Spring\, Maryland\, 20906
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250428T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250502T170000
DTSTAMP:20260807T010533
CREATED:20250405T002004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250405T002155Z
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SUMMARY:DC Climate Week
DESCRIPTION:Join our partners at DC Climate Week! \nDC Climate Week (DCCW) will establish Washington\, DC\, as the nation’s center of climate innovation by providing opportunities to engage with policymakers\, fund climate solutions\, and showcase cutting-edge technologies. \nThrough curated workshops\, panels\, exhibitions\, and networking events\, we will transform our nation’s capital into a global model for climate action.
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/dc-climate-week/
LOCATION:DC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T140000
DTSTAMP:20260807T010533
CREATED:20250415T182322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T182322Z
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SUMMARY:Bicyclists  Against  Invasive Vines : Celebrate Earth Day on Oxon Run
DESCRIPTION:Let’s pedal together to clear invasive vines on Oxon Run and celebrate Earth Day in style on April 26\, 2025 at 11:am.\n\n\nCelebrate Earth Day on Oxon Run \nCome join us for a fun-filled day at Oxon Run as we celebrate Earth Day on Sat Apr 26 2025 starting at 11:00 AM. Get ready for a day of outdoor activities\, educational workshops\, and community bonding. Let’s show some love to our planet together! Meet up by The Well and The Trail Rangers will take you on an enchanted eco-based tour of the trail then we will tackle some invasive vines. \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with nature and learn how to make a positive impact on our environment. See you there!
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/bicyclists-against-invasive-vines-celebrate-earth-day-on-oxon-run/
LOCATION:The Well at Oxon Run (meet us trail side near the entrance of The Well)\, 300 Valley Ave\, Washington\, DC\, 20032\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T010533
CREATED:20250328T120311Z
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SUMMARY:Arbor Day Community Tree Planting: Northwest Park Apartments
DESCRIPTION:Join us in planting trees at Northwest Park Apartments with HITT Construction!\n\n\nCelebrate Arbor Day with Casey Trees! Join us as we plant trees at Northwest Park Apartments. This event is sponsored by HITT Construction. \nYou provide the volunteers\, we provide all the necessary tools and supplies to plant the trees. Participants will receive a hands-on training on site. After learning the tools and techniques\, participants will be split up into groups supervised by a trained volunteer Team Leader and begin planting trees throughout the space. \n  \nRegister now! The week before this event\, we will send a logistics and directions email with detailed information about how to get to the site. You will receive this email ONLY if you are signed-up for this planting. \n  \nRequirements \nRegister: Register in advance. Space is limited. If your plans change prior to the event\, please update your registration status so we are sure to have the necessary number of volunteers. \nWaiver: All volunteers must pre-register and sign a completed volunteer waiver form BEFORE participating in the Tree Planting event. \nYouth Volunteers: Youth volunteers may participate with an adult supervisor. \nClothes: Dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather. We recommend long pants and other protections for sun\, bugs and poison ivy. \nShoes: Close toed shoes required\, boots are preferred over sneakers. \nSkills: No specific skills or tools required. Each event starts with a tool safety and planting demonstration. Volunteers work alongside experienced Team Leaders and staff. \nArrival: Arrive on time. Check-in opens at 8:00am until 8:30am. The event will begin at 9:00am and all volunteers must be present for the tool safety demonstration at the start of the event. \nWater: Bring a full water bottle! Water will be available on site if needed. \nFood: No food will be provided on site\, please pack in any food you would like to eat during the event. \nAnimals: No animals are allowed into the event\, except for service animals. \n  \nWhat to expect on site: \n8:00am – Check in opens \n8:00am – 8:30am -Breakfast is served \n8:30am – Opening remarks and tool safety demo \n9:00am – Planting begins\, at which time volunteers will be split into planting teams\, each lead by a Team Leader. Each team will plant 2-3 trees. \n  \nGetting There \nParking: Parking may be available on site\, details to follow. Limited street parking available\, carpooling is encouraged to reduce the number of vehicles. \nBike Parking: Bikes can be locked to nearby signs. \nPublic Transportation: The nearest bus stop is Southampton Dr & Beacon Rd which serves the 20\, 24\, and K6 bus routes. \n  \nSupport Casey Trees \nDonate to Casey Trees to Restore\, Enhance and Protect D.C.’s Tree Canopy! Casey Trees relies on the support of friends\, neighbors and volunteers like you to make our work possible. \nAnd consider becoming a Casey Trees Member today and receive some incredible perks and benefits – all while doing your part to help build a greener place to live for us all. \nQuestions? \nReach out to volunteer@caseytrees.org with any questions
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/arbor-day-community-tree-planting-northwest-park-apartments/
LOCATION:Northwest Park Apartments\, 475 Southampton Drive\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20903\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250425T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250428T170000
DTSTAMP:20260807T010533
CREATED:20250405T014549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T172050Z
UID:27117-1745568000-1745859600@caseytrees.org
SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Do you like observing nature? Make your observations count! The City Nature Challenge is an adventure in metropolitan areas worldwide to discover and identify wildlife. We’ll be looking for signs of life in parks\, neighborhoods\, and backyards to see what plants and animals share our environment. Join the City Nature Challenge and become a citizen scientist!
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/city-nature-challenge/
LOCATION:DC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250423T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T010533
CREATED:20250405T014902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T195636Z
UID:27120-1745398800-1745409600@caseytrees.org
SUMMARY:CCAN Invasive Vine Removal: Woodlawn Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Meredith from CCAN to remove Invasive Vines at the historic Woodlawn Cemetery in Washington\, DC. \nWe will meet at the entrance to the cemetery off of Benning Rd. SE at 9am. Parking is available inside the gates – do not park on the street. \nWe will spend the first 30 minutes doing a brief training on invasive vines and best practices for removal\, and spend about 2 hours removing vines from the trees. We will focus on non-native invasive vines including porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata) and English ivy (Hedera helix). \nPlease wear long pants\, long sleeves\, and close-toed shoes. Instructions and tools will be provided\, so just bring yourself and a good attitude! \nA reminder email will be sent out the day before with detailed instructions on where to meet.
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/ccan-invasive-vine-removal-woodlawn-cemetery-2/
LOCATION:Woodlawn Cemetery\, 4611 Benning Rd SE\, Wsshington\, 20019
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250419T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250419T120000
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SUMMARY:CCAN Invasive Vine Removal: Riverdale Park
DESCRIPTION:About this event\nJoin Meredith from CCAN and the Riverdale Park Green Team to canvass and remove Invasive Vines around the Riverdale Park neighborhood.\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event will be a fun mix of door-to-door canvassing and invasive vine removal. We will meet at Riverside Drive Park and spend 30 minutes doing training on vine removal and canvassing. From there we will break into pairs and head to a list of pre-surveyed residences in the area to offer vine removal for residents. \nWe will focus on non-native invasive vines including porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata) and English ivy (Hedera helix). Please wear long pants\, long sleeves\, and close-toed shoes. Instructions and tools will be provided\, so just bring yourself and a good attitude! \nA reminder email will be sent out the day before with detailed instructions on where to meet. \nStudents under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian for the duration of the event.
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/ccan-invasive-vine-removal-riverdale-park/
LOCATION:DC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T010533
CREATED:20250328T120309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T195554Z
UID:26769-1745051400-1745064000@caseytrees.org
SUMMARY:Arbor Day Celebration and Tree Planting: University Hills Duck Pond
DESCRIPTION:Join us to plant trees for Hyattsville’s Arbor Day celebration at University Hills Duck Pond with HITT Construction!\n\n\nWelcome back to our spring season of Community Tree Plantings! Join us as we plant trees at University Hills Duck Pond (Hyattsville\, MD). \nYou provide the volunteers\, we provide all the necessary tools and supplies to plant the trees. Participants will receive a hands-on training on site. After learning the tools and techniques\, participants will be split up into groups supervised by a trained volunteer Team Leader and begin planting trees throughout the space. \n  \nRegister now! The week before this event\, we will send a logistics and directions email with detailed information about how to get to the site. You will receive this email ONLY if you are signed-up for this planting. \n  \nRequirements \nRegister: Register in advance. Space is limited. If your plans change prior to the event\, please update your registration status so we are sure to have the necessary number of volunteers. \nWaiver: All volunteers must pre-register and sign a completed volunteer waiver form BEFORE participating in the Tree Planting event. \nYouth Volunteers: Youth volunteers may participate with an adult supervisor. \nClothes: Dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather. We recommend long pants and other protections for sun\, bugs and poison ivy. \nShoes: Close toed shoes required\, boots are preferred over sneakers. \nSkills: No specific skills or tools required. Each event starts with a tool safety and planting demonstration. Volunteers work alongside experienced Team Leaders and staff. \nArrival: Arrive on time. Check-in opens at 8:00am until 8:30am. The event will begin at 8:30am and all volunteers must be present for the tool safety demonstration at the start of the event. \nWater: Bring a full water bottle! Water will be available on site if needed. \nFood: No food will be provided on site\, please pack in any food you would like to eat during the event. \nAnimals: No animals are allowed into the event\, except for service animals. \n  \nWhat to expect on site: \n8:00am – Check in opens \n8:00am – 8:30am -Breakfast is served \n8:30am – Opening remarks and tool safety demo \n9:00am – Planting begins\, at which time volunteers will be split into planting teams\, each lead by a Team Leader. Each team will plant 2-3 trees. \n  \nGetting There \nParking: Parking may be available on site\, details to follow. Limited street parking available\, carpooling is encouraged to reduce the number of vehicles. \nBike Parking: Bikes can be locked to nearby signs. \nPublic Transportation: The nearest bus stop is Adelphi Rd & Rutgers St which serves the F6 and F8 bus routes. \n  \nSupport Casey Trees \nDonate to Casey Trees to Restore\, Enhance and Protect D.C.’s Tree Canopy! Casey Trees relies on the support of friends\, neighbors and volunteers like you to make our work possible. \nAnd consider becoming a Casey Trees Member today and receive some incredible perks and benefits – all while doing your part to help build a greener place to live for us all. \nQuestions? \nReach out to volunteer@caseytrees.org with any questions
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/arbor-day-celebration-and-tree-planting-university-hills-duck-pond/
LOCATION:University Hills Park\, 3400 Stanford Street\, Hyattsville\, MD\, 20783\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250416T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250416T170000
DTSTAMP:20260807T010533
CREATED:20250405T000546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250405T000623Z
UID:27107-1744815600-1744822800@caseytrees.org
SUMMARY:CCAN Invasive Vine Removal: Cottage City Park
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Meredith from CCAN\, the Cottage City Green Team\, and PG County Parks to remove Invasive Vines at Cottage City Park in Cottage City\, MD. \nWe will meet at the park entrance in front of Bunker Hill Rd. at 3pm. We will spend the first 30 minutes doing introductions and training\, then we will remove vines until about 5pm. We will focus on non-native invasive vines including porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata) and English ivy (Hedera helix). \nPlease wear long pants\, long sleeves\, and close-toed shoes. Instructions and tools will be provided\, so just bring yourself and a good attitude! \nA reminder email will be sent out the day before with detailed instructions on where to meet. \nStudents under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the event.
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/ccan-invasive-vine-removal-cottage-city-park/
LOCATION:4300 Bunker Hill Rd\, 4300 Bunker Hill Rd\, Cottage City\, MD\, 20722
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250412T130000
DTSTAMP:20260807T010533
CREATED:20250405T000224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T195204Z
UID:27103-1744452000-1744462800@caseytrees.org
SUMMARY:CCAN Invasive Vine Removal: Riverside Drive Park
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Meredith from CCAN\, PG County Parks\, and the Riverdale Park Green Team to remove Invasive Vines at Riverside Drive Park in Riverdale Park\, MD. \nWe will meet in the parking lot at 10am and work until about 1pm. We will focus on non-native invasive vines including porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata) and English ivy (Hedera helix). \nPlease wear long pants\, long sleeves\, and close-toed shoes. Instructions and tools will be provided\, so just bring yourself and a good attitude! \nA reminder email will be sent out the day before with detailed instructions on where to meet. \nStudents under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/ccan-invasive-vine-removal-riverside-drive-park/
LOCATION:5801 Riverside Dr Riverdale Park\, MD 20737\, 5801 Riverside Dr\, Riverdale Park\, 20737
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T010533
CREATED:20250328T120306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T194856Z
UID:26766-1744446600-1744459200@caseytrees.org
SUMMARY:Community Tree Planting: West Hyattsville Metro Station
DESCRIPTION:Join us in planting trees at West Hyattsville Metro Station with WMATA!\n\n\nWelcome back to our spring season of Community Tree Plantings! Join us as we plant trees at West Hyattsville Metro Station with WMATA. \nYou provide the volunteers\, we provide all the necessary tools and supplies to plant the trees. Participants will receive a hands-on training on site. After learning the tools and techniques\, participants will be split up into groups supervised by a trained volunteer Team Leader and begin planting trees throughout the space. \n  \nRegister now! The week before this event\, we will send a logistics and directions email with detailed information about how to get to the site. You will receive this email ONLY if you are signed-up for this planting. \n  \nRequirements \nRegister: Register in advance. Space is limited. If your plans change prior to the event\, please update your registration status so we are sure to have the necessary number of volunteers. \nWaiver: All volunteers must pre-register and sign a completed volunteer waiver form BEFORE participating in the Tree Planting event. \nYouth Volunteers: Youth volunteers may participate with an adult supervisor. \nClothes: Dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather. We recommend long pants and other protections for sun\, bugs and poison ivy. \nShoes: Close toed shoes required\, boots are preferred over sneakers. \nSkills: No specific skills or tools required. Each event starts with a tool safety and planting demonstration. Volunteers work alongside experienced Team Leaders and staff. \nArrival: Arrive on time. Check-in opens at 8:00am until 8:30am. The event will begin at 8:30am and all volunteers must be present for the tool safety demonstration at the start of the event. \nWater: Bring a full water bottle! Water will be available on site if needed. \nFood: No food will be provided on site\, please pack in any food you would like to eat during the event. \nAnimals: No animals are allowed into the event\, except for service animals. \n  \nWhat to expect on site: \n8:00am – Check in opens \n8:00am – 8:30am -Breakfast is served \n8:30am – Opening remarks and tool safety demo \n9:00am – Planting begins\, at which time volunteers will be split into planting teams\, each lead by a Team Leader. Each team will plant 2-3 trees. \n  \nGetting There \nParking: Parking may be available on site\, details to follow. Limited street parking available\, carpooling is encouraged to reduce the number of vehicles. \nBike Parking: Bikes can be locked to nearby signs. \nPublic Transportation: The nearest metro stop is the West Hyattsville metro stop on the green line. \n  \nSupport Casey Trees \nDonate to Casey Trees to Restore\, Enhance and Protect D.C.’s Tree Canopy! Casey Trees relies on the support of friends\, neighbors and volunteers like you to make our work possible. \nAnd consider becoming a Casey Trees Member today and receive some incredible perks and benefits – all while doing your part to help build a greener place to live for us all. \nQuestions? \nReach out to volunteer@caseytrees.org with any questions
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/community-tree-planting-west-hyattsville-metro-station/
LOCATION:West Hyattsville\, 2700 Hamilton Street\, Hyattsville\, MD\, 20782\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250409T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250409T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T010533
CREATED:20250404T235411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T235823Z
UID:27099-1744189200-1744200000@caseytrees.org
SUMMARY:CCAN Invasive Vine Removal: Woodlawn Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Meredith from CCAN to remove Invasive Vines at the historic Woodlawn Cemetery in Washington\, DC. \nWe will meet at the entrance to the cemetery off of Benning Rd. SE at 9am. Parking is available inside the gates – do not park on the street. \nWe will spend the first 30 minutes doing a brief training on invasive vines and best practices for removal\, and spend about 2 hours removing vines from the trees. We will focus on non-native invasive vines including porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata) and English ivy (Hedera helix). \nPlease wear long pants\, long sleeves\, and close-toed shoes. Instructions and tools will be provided\, so just bring yourself and a good attitude! \nA reminder email will be sent out the day before with detailed instructions on where to meet.
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/ccan-invasive-vine-removal-woodlawn-cemetery/
LOCATION:DC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T010533
CREATED:20250328T120304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T120304Z
UID:26763-1743755400-1743768000@caseytrees.org
SUMMARY:Community Tree Planting: Banneker Place Apartments
DESCRIPTION:Join Casey Trees as we partner with the Washington Wizards to plant trees at Banneker Place Apartments!\n\n\nJoin Casey Trees as we partner with the Washington Wizards to plant trees at Banneker Place Apartments! \nWe provide all the necessary tools and supplies to plant the trees. Participants will receive a hands-on training on site. After learning the tools and techniques\, participants will be split up into groups supervised by a trained volunteer Team Leader and begin planting trees throughout the space. \n \nRegister now! We will send a logistics and directions email with detailed information about how to get to the site. You will receive this email ONLY if you are signed-up for this planting. \n \nWhat to expect on site: \n8:00am – Check in opens \n8:00am – 8:30am -Breakfast is served \n8:30am – Opening remarks and tool safety demo \n9:00am – Planting begins\, at which time volunteers will be split into planting teams\, each lead by a Team Leader. Each team will plant 2-3 trees. \n \nGetting There \nBanneker Place Aparments – located at 415 Ridge Rd SE\, Washington\, DC 20019 \nParking: Parking is available on nearby residential streets such as D St SE and Riggs Rd SE. Carpooling\, public transportation\, or ride sharing is encouraged. \nBike Parking: Bikes can be locked to nearby signs. \nPublic Transportation: The nearest metro bus stop is Ridge Rd SE & D St SE\, served by bus U5. \n \nRequirements \nRegister: Register in advance. Anyone not registered online will be registered on site. \nWaiver: All volunteers must pre-register and sign a completed volunteer waiver form BEFORE participating in the event. Paper waivers will be available for signing on site. \nClothes: Dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather. We recommend long pants and other protections for sun\, bugs and poison ivy. \nShoes: Close toed shoes required\, boots are preferred over sneakers. \nSkills: No specific skills or tools required. Each event starts with a tool safety and planting demonstration. Volunteers work alongside experienced Team Leaders and staff. \nArrival: Arrive on time. Check-in opens at 8:00am. Volunteers must be present for the tool safety demonstration at the start of the event. \nWater: Water will be available on site. \nFood: A light breakfast and lunch will be provided to volunteers. \nAnimals: No animals are allowed into the event\, except for service animals. \n \nSupport Casey Trees \nDonate to Casey Trees to Restore\, Enhance and Protect D.C.’s Tree Canopy! Casey Trees relies on the support of friends\, neighbors and volunteers like you to make our work possible. \nAnd consider becoming a Casey Trees Member today and receive some incredible perks and benefits – all while doing your part to help build a greener place to live for us all. \n \nQuestions? \nReach out to volunteer@caseytrees.org with any questions
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/community-tree-planting-banneker-place-apartments/
LOCATION:415 Ridge Rd SE\, 415 Ridge Road Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20019\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T010533
CREATED:20250328T120301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T120301Z
UID:26760-1743237000-1743249600@caseytrees.org
SUMMARY:Community Tree Planting: Hamilton Manor Apartments
DESCRIPTION:Join us in planting trees at Hamilton Manor Apartments sponsored by the American Institute of Architects!\n\n\nWelcome to our spring season of Community Tree Plantings! \nYou provide the volunteers\, we provide all the necessary tools and supplies to plant the trees. Participants will receive a hands-on training on site. After learning the tools and techniques\, participants will be split up into groups supervised by a trained volunteer Team Leader and begin planting trees throughout the site. This planting is presented in partnership with the American Institute of Architects. \n \nRegister now! The week before this event\, we will send a logistics and directions email with detailed information about how to get to the site. You will receive this email ONLY if you are signed-up for this planting. \n \nWho should attend? \nOpen to everyone\, you do not need any prior experience to join us and on-site training will be provided. \n \nRequirements \nRegister: Register in advance. Space is limited. If your plans change prior to the event\, please update your registration status so we are sure to have the necessary number of volunteers. \nWaiver: All volunteers must pre-register and sign a completed volunteer waiver form BEFORE participating in the Tree Planting event. \nYouth Volunteers: Youth volunteers may participate with an adult supervisor. \nClothes: Dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather. We recommend long pants and other protections for sun\, bugs and poison ivy. \nShoes: Close toed shoes required\, boots are preferred over sneakers. \nSkills: No specific skills or tools required. Each event starts with a tool safety and planting demonstration. Volunteers work alongside experienced Team Leaders and staff. \nArrival: Arrive on time. Check-in opens at 8:00am\, a half hour prior to the indicated start time and volunteers must be present for the tool safety demonstration at the start of the event. \nWater: Bring a full water bottle! Water will be available on site if needed. \nAnimals: No animals are allowed into the event\, except for service animals. \n \nWhat to expect on site: \nSign-In opens at 8:00am \nTool safety demo is at 8:30am – If you miss the demo you cannot participate in the tree planting \nTeam leaders are announced and you begin working with your team \nPlant 2-3 trees with your team \n \nGetting There \nParking: Parking may be available on site. Parking details to follow. Limited street parking is available\, carpooling is encouraged to reduce the number of vehicles. \nBike Parking: Bikes can be locked to nearby signs. \nPublic Transportation: The nearest metro bus stop is Queens Chapel Rd & Lancer Dr\, served by busses 18\, F6\, F8\, R4. \n \nSupport Casey Trees \nDonate to Casey Trees to Restore\, Enhance and Protect D.C.’s Tree Canopy! Casey Trees relies on the support of friends\, neighbors and volunteers like you to make our work possible. \nAnd consider becoming a Casey Trees Member today and receive some incredible perks and benefits – all while doing your part to help build a greener place to live for us all. \nQuestions? \nReach out to volunteer@caseytrees.org with any questions
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/community-tree-planting-hamilton-manor-apartments/
LOCATION:3342 Lancer Dr\, 3342 Lancer Drive\, Hyattsville\, MD\, 20782\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T010533
CREATED:20250328T120428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T120428Z
UID:26776-1742632200-1742644800@caseytrees.org
SUMMARY:Community Tree Planting: Catholic University of America
DESCRIPTION:Join us in planting trees at Catholic University of America!\n\n\nWelcome back to our spring season of Community Tree Plantings! Join us as we plant trees at Catholic University of America. This event is sponsored by Latham and Watkins. \nYou provide the volunteers\, we provide all the necessary tools and supplies to plant the trees. Participants will receive a hands-on training on site. After learning the tools and techniques\, participants will be split up into groups supervised by a trained volunteer Team Leader and begin planting trees throughout the space. \n \nRegister now! The week before this event\, we will send a logistics and directions email with detailed information about how to get to the site. You will receive this email ONLY if you are signed-up for this planting. \n \nRequirements \nRegister: Register in advance. Space is limited. If your plans change prior to the event\, please update your registration status so we are sure to have the necessary number of volunteers. \nWaiver: All volunteers must pre-register and sign a completed volunteer waiver form BEFORE participating in the Tree Planting event. \nYouth Volunteers: Youth volunteers may participate with an adult supervisor. \nClothes: Dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather. We recommend long pants and other protections for sun\, bugs and poison ivy. \nShoes: Close toed shoes required\, boots are preferred over sneakers. \nSkills: No specific skills or tools required. Each event starts with a tool safety and planting demonstration. Volunteers work alongside experienced Team Leaders and staff. \nArrival: Arrive on time. Check-in opens at 8:00am until 8:30am. The event will begin at 8:30am and all volunteers must be present for the tool safety demonstration at the start of the event. \nWater: Bring a full water bottle! Water will be available on site if needed. \nFood: No food will be provided on site\, please pack in any food you would like to eat during the event. \nAnimals: No animals are allowed into the event\, except for service animals. \n \nWhat to expect on site: \n8:00am – Check in opens \n8:00am – 8:30am -Breakfast is served \n8:30am – Opening remarks and tool safety demo \n9:00am – Planting begins\, at which time volunteers will be split into planting teams\, each lead by a Team Leader. Each team will plant 2-3 trees. \n \nGetting There \nParking: Parking may be available on site\, details to follow. Limited street parking available\, carpooling is encouraged to reduce the number of vehicles. \nBike Parking: Bikes can be locked to nearby signs. \nPublic Transportation: The nearest metro stop is the Brookland-CUA metro stop on the red line. \n \nSupport Casey Trees \nDonate to Casey Trees to Restore\, Enhance and Protect D.C.’s Tree Canopy! Casey Trees relies on the support of friends\, neighbors and volunteers like you to make our work possible. \nAnd consider becoming a Casey Trees Member today and receive some incredible perks and benefits – all while doing your part to help build a greener place to live for us all. \nQuestions? \nReach out to volunteer@caseytrees.org with any questions
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/community-tree-planting-catholic-university-of-america-2/
LOCATION:Catholic University of America\, 620 Michigan Ave NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20064\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T163000
DTSTAMP:20260807T010533
CREATED:20250107T083508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T083508Z
UID:23534-1738159200-1738168200@caseytrees.org
SUMMARY:CCAN Invasive Vine Removal at Historic Walter Reed
DESCRIPTION:Join Meredith from CCAN to remove Invasive Vines at The Parks at Historic Walter Reed in Washington\, DC.
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/ccan-invasive-vine-removal-at-historic-walter-reed/
LOCATION:DC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241221T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260807T010533
CREATED:20241119T002016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T085737Z
UID:23094-1734782400-1734789600@caseytrees.org
SUMMARY:Rooted in Nature\, Winter Solstice Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join Casey Trees this Winter Solstice!\n\n\nJoin Casey Trees as we celebrate the Winter Solstice! \nJoin us for reflective nature time\, crafts\, tea and snacks that give thanks to our trees as they enter the winter months. We will gather on this transition day and acknowledge it as the shortest day of the year\, and the darkest. Learn about the work we do to protect our trees\, gather with the community\, and enjoy some down time with the start of winter. \nWhat is winter solstice? It is known as the first day of winter and when the earth’s tilt to the sun causes the shortest amount of daylight in a day during the year. Cultures around the world celebrate fire and light on this day. It is also a time when nature shifts\, like our trees. They have lost leaves to prepare for the colder\, darker days in order to store up energy until spring. \nActivities \n\n1 –1:30 PM Nature walk and conversation\nVisti our youth- friendly craft station\n\n\nLearn to make a pressed leaf candles\n\n\nHug a tree and leave a note to let go of 2024 and welcome 2025\nEnjoy local tea and cookies\n\nOur Partners \nDreaming Out Loud \nDOL is rebuilding urban\, community-based food systems through cooperative social enterprise: increasing access to healthy food\, improving community health\, supporting entrepreneurs and cooperatives from low-income communities; and creating opportunities for at-risk residents to earn sustainable\, family-supporting wages and build wealth. \nThe Green Scheme \nBridges communities and resources to empower youth to live healthy and sustainable lives. \nGetting There \nParking: Parking may be available on site. Parking details to follow. Limited street parking is available\, carpooling is encouraged to reduce the number of vehicles. \nBike Parking: Bikes can be locked to nearby signs. \nPublic Transportation: The nearest bus stop is Erie St SE & 18 St SE \nserved by busses W2 and W3. \nRequirements \nRegister: Please register in advance as space is limited. If you are no longer able to attend\, please let us know. \nWaiver: All attendees must pre-register and sign a completed participant waiver form BEFORE participating in the event. \nYouth Attendees: Youth attendees may participate with an adult supervisor. \nClothes and shoes: Dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather. We recommend warm clothes to protect you from the wind and cold temperatures. Please wear closed toed shoes that are comfortable for walking. \nArrival: Please arrive on time in order to enjoy all activities. \nWhat to Bring: Please bring a full water bottle\, bug spray\, and weather appropriate clothing. \nFood: Light fare will be provided on site\, please pack in any food you would like to eat during the event. Be sure to leave no trace and pack out any trash after the event! There will be some trash cans on site. \nAnimals: No animals are allowed into the event\, except for service animals. \n  \nSupport Casey Trees: \nDonate to Casey Trees to Restore\, Enhance and Protect D.C.’s Tree Canopy! Casey Trees relies on the support of friends\, neighbors and volunteers like you to make our work possible. \nAnd consider becoming a Casey Trees Member today and receive some incredible perks and benefits – all while doing your part to help build a greener place to live for us all. \n  \nQuestions? \nContact friends@caseytrees.org with any questions.
URL:https://caseytrees.org/event/rooted-in-nature-winter-solstice-gathering/
LOCATION:DC
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