Event:	Our City Forest - Community Planting at Russo/McEntee Academy Share
Location:	Russo/McEntee Academy 2851 Gay Avenue, San Jose, CA 95127
Date:	Jan 22nd 2022, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Staff:	Manager: Kevin B
RSVP:	This event has already occurred

Event Description:

Help plant trees in San Jose and surrounding areas; learn how to properly plant a tree to ensure the best chance for a healthy life.

This planting will take place at Russo/McEntee Academy in San Jose. Exact meeting location will be emailed to registered volunteers.

To participate volunteers MUST REGISTER WITH OUR CITY FOREST here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-planting-at-russomcentee-academy-tickets-235619352827?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

What you should know:

COVID- 19 Protocols:

You should not report to your volunteer shift if you are feeling ill or are showing any symptoms of COVID-19. CDC-approved face coverings and social distancing are required while volunteering with Our City Forest.

***All first time volunteers must submit a Volunteer Waiver & Release form and a Self Certification Vaccination Status form.
Volunteers 18 and older must submit a Volunteer Waiver and Release Form and Vaccination Form.

Forms can be submitted electronically to volunteer@ourcityforest.org, or brought with you to your volunteer shift.

What to Bring to Volunteer:

• A CDC-approved face covering to be worn at all times.
• Closed-toed shoes (No crocs, sandals, flats, etc.)
• Proper work clothing that can get dirty (long pants are recommended, but make sure your attire is weather appropriate)
• Appropriate sun or rain protection (Sunscreen, Hat, Rain jacket, etc.)
• Water! Please bring plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated throughout your volunteer shift)
• Recommended: Gardening-type gloves

If you arrive at your shift without the above items, you may be turned away from volunteering due to safety reasons.

Where to Meet:

Parking is available at the school and on the surrounding residential streets.

Our City Forest:

Our City Forest is a non-profit organization that provides trees to San Jose residents. Since 1994, more than 50,000 trees have taken root and made our city a more beautiful, healthy place to live. The mission of Our City Forest is to cultivate a greener, healthier urban environment and a renewed sense of community by involving Silicon Valley residents in the understanding, planting and care of the urban forest.