LGBTQIA2S+ Pride demonstration box tending on Nicollet Island
Volunteer tends the demonstration boxes on Nicollet Island. (Photo by Tamar Patterson for FMR)
Join us for a special evening during Pride Month to come together and revitalize the planting demonstration boxes in the Nicollet Island prairie. FMR is leading a multi-year restoration of the natural areas on the north half of Nicollet Island in partnership with Mississippi Watershed Management Organization, Hennepin County and the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board. The restoration plan includes invasive species removal, enhancement of degraded forest areas and the expansion of diverse grassland habitat, including 2 acres of native prairie where the demonstration boxes are located.
Together with the guidance of FMR staff, volunteers will dig in to tend the grasses and wildflowers that are part of this native prairie planting. These plants provide ideas of what might create good habitat in parkgoers' own neighborhoods.
This event is for those who self-identify as LGBTQIA2S+, or as allies of the queer community! No experience is needed. However, registration is required, and capacity is limited. All tools, gloves and training will be provided.
Accessibility
The worksite for this event is flat, with gravel trails leading to the demonstration boxes. Tending is a lower-impact activity that can be done while sitting down or kneeling. FMR will provide a few kneeling pads.
Long pants are recommended.
Ready to register?
Please use the form below to register for this event. If you have questions or concerns, you can contact us at volunteer@fmr.org or 651.477.0925.
If you're under 18 and interested in volunteering without the company of your parent or guardian, please take a moment and have them fill out this brief minor permission form.
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Hennepin County Good Stewards, Mississippi Watershed Management Organization, Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, Friends of the Riverfront, Fair State Brewing, ExtremeTerrain's Clean Trail Project, National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, Nicollet Island-East Bank Neighborhood Association, RBC Wealth Management and Xcel Energy.