CAROLINA BEACH — A local nonprofit is asking for help to replenish wetlands in the Carolina Beach State Park in May.
Volunteers will plant thousands of native wetland plants to supplement the previous two years of planting. The event will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on May 7.
tIt’s part of the federation’s ongoing outreach in collaboration with the state park. In addition to plantings, they have helped restore coastal habitats, installing living shoreline structures, building oyster reefs, and remove invasive species as needed.
“Involving volunteers in wetland restoration not only strengthens our impact on the ground, but also builds a deeper connection between people and the natural spaces we’re working to protect,” Bonnie Mitchell, the Federation’s Coastal Education coordinator, said in a release. “When volunteers get their hands dirty planting native species and restoring habitat, they become powerful advocates for coastal conservation in their communities.”
The work can be physically demanding and participants should dress accordingly as much of it takes place in muddy conditions, also with potentially hot and humid temperatures. Prior experience is not necessary; staff will be on site to help and provide supplies, equipment, and refreshments.
More information can be found here.
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