Volunteer Day: Building Double Raised Garden Beds at Surfside Multicultural Garden Coalition
About the event
Surfside Multicultural Garden Coalition is cared for by members of the community and is looking for volunteers to help build garden beds. Together we will learn basic carpentry skills to create double raised beds with built-in seating for added support while weeding, planting and harvesting the bounty of the Earth. What to Expect:Learn about joining & maintaining a GreenThumb community gardenBuild new raised beds, dismantle worn out beds, fill beds with soilSome tasks may involve using power tools, lifting heavy materials and extended periods of bending, squatting, and movingPlease bring warm layers, sturdy shoes, water, and snacks. All materials and tools will be provided! For questions, contact GreenThumb Community Engagement Coordinator, Rain Abdalla at Rain.Abdalla@parks.nyc.gov Register at: bit.ly/Surfside-Volunteers