Shaw Nature Reserve


Description: Volunteers will get a tour of the horticulture workspace, learn a bit about how we grow native plants, and have a chance to plant, weed, and mulch in our SNR Trial Gardens.

Comments: We will provide tools, plants, and gloves.

Address: 307 Pinetum Loop Rd., Gray Summit, MO, 63039

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Transportation Info: Volunteers will be responsible for transport to site, carpooling is recommended.

Special Directions: You will drive past the visitor center entrance and take the next left via the service gate. Once you turn in, you may park at our staff building. A staff member from the horticulture team will be waiting to meet you there. If you arrive late and the gate is closed, please enter via the Visitor Center. Go to the admissions window to pick up a gate coin and follow the road to the right to the Whitmire Garden.

Special Instructions: Remember to wear close toed shoes and it is recommended to wear a hat. Plan on bringing a reusable water bottle and keep yourself hydrated throughout your shift. You may use sharp garden tools, so make sure that you exercise caution when using these tools. We will provide a space to offer lunch at 11:30 am, so it is recommended to bring a lunch.

Date:
Start Time: 9:30am
End Time: 1:30pm
Team Leader: Kelly Hand
Participant Amount: 10/10

Volunteers

  • Jade Dean
  • Blake Bearden
  • Cassie Baron
  • Evan Wells
  • Savannah Stone
  • Elle Darst
  • Ally Duncan
  • Shawne Manies
  • Yuanjin Liu
  • Kelly Hand

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