Alcatraz Island Gardens (Wednesdays and Thursdays)

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The Alcatraz Gardens Stewardship Program aims to preserve the historic gardens once tended by the island’s military and penitentiary residents. For more than a century, gardens were an important part of everyday life for officers, families, and prisoners confined to Alcatraz by sentence or duty. Many of the plants selected by these unheralded gardeners proved to be excellent choices for the harsh and barren environment, flourishing through the four decades of neglect that followed the prison’s closing.

Volunteers help care for the restored gardens with activities such as weeding, pruning, composting (award winning!), planting, propagating, and seed collecting. As an added bonus, garden volunteers arrive on Alcatraz before other visitors, so you can experience the island during the most tranquil time of day. Please note, registration is required.

When: Wednesdays & Thursdays 8:00am-Noon

Age, Skill, What to Bring:

• Volunteers ages 15 and up are welcome.
• We'll be working rain or shine. Wear clothes that can get dirty. Long pants and closed-toe shoes are required. Bring layers for changing weather and rain gear if necessary.
• Bring a personal water bottle and sunscreen.
• No experience necessary. Training and tools will be provided. Fulfills community service requirements.

If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity please register with the link: https://www.parksconservancy.org/events/register?fid=68&eid=30988

Start Date - 2023-07-02

End Date - 2024-06-30

Activities include: Botany;Historical Preservation;Weed/Invasive Species Control