Thank you for your interest in caring for the land now known as Tryon Creek State Natural Area. 

Land Tending Days include hiking through the forest, identifying plants that grow nearby the creek, and learning efficient tool usage and planting techniques. While in community, we will be learning and practicing how to repair the riparian areas along Tryon Creek, which have been negatively impacted by the intentional and unintentional transporting of plant species and the exclusion of Indigenous land practices like harvesting and burning.

Volunteers will gather near the Nature Center at the Jackson Shelter, sign in, hear from project leaders and hike to a project site together. Depending on the season and weather conditions, tasks can include pulling plants by hand and with tools and/or planting new trees and shrubs. 

This activity is best suited for ages 10 and above, all youth must be accompanied by an adult. If you are a teen volunteer looking to attend on your own please contact us. 

Gloves, tools, supervision, and directions will be provided.   Please come prepared to hike and work off-trail in uneven and wet terrain, layered clothing, long pants, and sturdy waterproof shoes are all a good idea.

Space is limited, sign up today.

This restoration work is 1 of 27 projects supported by the One Tree Planted US Urban Tree Equity Fund! Taking place fall 2022 – spring 2023 across the United States planting urban trees to address environmental justice issues - including urban heat, air pollution, and lack of green spaces - to help local communities achieve tree equity. We're grateful for the support!