Registration required: http://caseytrees.org/event/park-inventory-yards-park/

Help Casey Trees and DDOT’s Urban Forestry Administration in creating a record of the trees in the Yards Park in SE. This open urban space has been gaining much popularity in the past year with its modern installations, but what really makes it a special place is its growing tree canopy.

Participants will receive a short, hands-on training in the park.  After learning the tools and techniques participants will split up into groups and begin measuring trees. We will be documenting tree species, height, diameter of the trunk, width of the crown and more.

Who Should Attend?

Open to the general public, you do not need any prior experience to join us.  Although, if you’ve participated in our Trees 101 or Trees 201 class, this will be a great way to put your knowledge into action!

Come Prepared

We will plan to conduct the inventory rain or shine so please wear appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes for walking short distances. Participants are welcome to bring water and a snack.

Meals

Light lunch will be provided.

Getting There

By Metro: The closest metro is Navy Yard/Ballpark Metro (Green line). From the New Jersey Avenue Exit, turn right to cross M Street SE and continue on New Jersey Avenue SE, passing the US Department of Transportation on your left. Turn left onto Tingey Street, walk one block, then turn right onto 3rd Street SE. Continue straight, and the dancing fountains will mark The Yards Park entrance, near the corner of 3rd Street and Water Street SE.

By Bus: Several bus lines serve stops at the intersection of M Street SE/New Jersey Avenue SE: A42, A46, A48, P6, V7, V8, V9. The Circulator’s Union Station – Navy Yard Line serves this location as well.

Where to Meet

Meet us on the Great Lawn, located in between the dog park and the canal basin.