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Volunteer to help Pearl Jam mitigate their carbon

Where: Crestwoods Park, Kirkland Show Map

When: Saturday, Feb 11th 2012

Contact: Andrea Mojzak - amojzak@forterra.org

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YOU can help Pearl Jam mitigate their carbon emissions by volunteering to plant native trees and shrubs at three upcoming events!

Last year Pearl Jam partnered with Forterra to mitigate 7,000 metric tons of carbon emitted during their 2009 world tour. Together we are restoring 33 acres of forested parkland in Kent, Kirkland, Seattle and Redmond. These restoration efforts are part of Forterra's Green Cities Partnerships, programs with cities and the community that restore our beloved forested parklands.

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Volunteers will spend the morning planting native trees, shrubs and ground cover in Crestwood Park while rocking out to Pearl Jam music.

As always, no experience is necessary, and we’ll have all the gloves, tools, and other materials for you, as well as water and snacks. Please remember to bring your own water bottle to re-fill, and/or a mug for coffee.

Wear sturdy shoes and consider long pants and long sleeves. All ages are welcome, although all volunteers under 18 must either be accompanied by an adult or bring a signed waiver (available here).

Please register early by clicking below so that we can plan a great event for our volunteers.  We will follow up with any additional details as we get closer to the date.

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