Group Projects - Cemetery Cleanup
To Schedule this project for your group please send an email to the Manager of Volunteer Resources at Volunteering@yourmetroparks.net
Tasks: The MetroParks is home to four historic cemeteries that need annual cleaning to keep debris from building up on the headstones and degrading their surfaces.
Group size/age restrictions: This project can be completed in groups ranging in size from 5 to 20 volunteers; and can be completed by both adult groups
Available Dates/project length: This project can be completed from April 1st through October 31st (dependent on weather and availability of materials)
Project Locations:
- Line Hill Mound MetroPark (Hamilton)
- Chrisholm MetroPark (Trenton)
- Indian Creek MetroPark (Oxford)
What to Wear & Bring:
- Long pants
- Sturdy, closed-toed shoes
- Weather-appropriate clothing and layers (Warm jacket, rain jacket, hat, extra layer, etc.)
- Sunglasses (Optional; For sun protection during outside activities.)
- Work gloves (Optional; Available through MetroParks.)
- Water bottle (we will have a refill station avalible)
- Snacks
- MetroParks will provide all other tools necessary to complete the tasks for the day.
Weather: We will work through light rain but cancel for thunderstorms or severe weather. please check the forecast to ensure you all bring the necessary items and wear the proper clothing.
Accommodations: The MetroParks may provide accommodation to volunteer project participants depending on the nature of the tasks. Any request must be sent directly to the Manager of Volunteer Resources at least two days before the project begins.
