Wapato Lake - Monthly Work Party
Join Park Steward David to help beautify and maintain the restoration site at Wapato Lake Park by removing invasive non-native plants and maintaining previous plantings, in an effort to restore the ecology near the wetlands.
- All ages and abilities welcome, no experience necessary.
- Tools and training will be provided. Gloves are required.
- Dress for the weather. Work party will take place rain or shine.
- Restrooms are available at the park.
For questions, please reach out to Community and Special Projects Coordinator, Kevin Johnson, at kevin.johnson@tacomaparks.com.
What to Bring
Bring a water bottle, snack, gardening gloves, and your favorite tool if you have them. We can provide tools and gloves for you to use.
Where to Meet
Please meet near the Wapato Lake dog park entrance (Get directions).
Where to Park
Free parking is near the dog park entrance on S Wapato Lake dr.
Youth Participant Waiver
If you are under 18 and attending the event without a parent or guardian, please come to the event with our Youth Participant Waiver signed by a parent or guardian.
Schedule Summary
The next 10 shifts (out of 22 total shifts) for this activity are as follows
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Saturday, April 25, 2026 | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Saturday, May 23, 2026 | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Saturday, July 25, 2026 | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Saturday, August 22, 2026 | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Saturday, November 28, 2026 | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Saturday, December 26, 2026 | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
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Parks Tacoma manages over 2,812 acres of parks and green space, historic landmarks, community centers, beautiful gardens, and special attractions that give us all a chance to get out and play more.
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