Known for its mature native trees, monuments and sculptures, Rock Creek Cemetery functions as both a burial ground and public park. Help Casey Trees care for vulnerable young trees and give them a leg up in becoming an important part of our growing tree canopy at one of D.C.’s most beautiful and culturally significant cemeteries. We will be watering, weeding and mulching.

Requirements

• All volunteers must sign a completed Volunteer Waiver Form before participating. Youth under 18 years of age must have their parent or legal guardian sign a Parental Consent Form and be supervised by an adult at all times. Please bring a completed form to the event to expedite the registration process. Forms will be available onsite in the event you forget.
• Advance registration is required; space is limited. If your plans change prior to the event, please update your registration status so we can secure the necessary number of volunteers.
• Be present for and actively listening to the tool safety demonstration at the start of the event. Registration opens a half hour before the indicated start time.
• Closed-toe shoes are required. Wear long sleeves and pants. We will provide insect repellent, but feel free to bring your own if you have a preferred brand.

Group Registration

If you represent a group (5+ people), complete the Group Volunteer Information Form and we will contact you to discuss potential volunteer opportunities.

Meals

Volunteers are welcomed in the morning with granola bars for breakfast. Drinking water is available throughout the event. Bring your own refillable bottle or cup if you would like to reduce the number of single-use cups Casey Trees will provide.

Getting There

Public Transportation: The Fort Totten Metro station is a 1.0 mile walk to the site. The following bus lines stop at Rock Creek Church Rd NW & Webster St NW: 60, H8.

Parking: There is plenty of parking available in the cemetery parking lot next to St. Paul’s Church. Once entering the Rock Creek Church Rd and Webster Gate on to Allison St NW follow the Casey Trees signs to the meeting location at the St. Paul’s Center parking lot.