Join PEC, the DCNR Bureau of Forestry, and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful as we celebrate Earth Day weekend with a pair of tree-planting events in Eastern Pennsylvania:
- On April 21st and April 22nd volunteers will plant 7,480 seedlings — including White Birch, Quaking Aspen and Chestnut Oak — across 10 acres of reclaimed mine lands in Pinchot State Forest. Volunteers will gather at 9:00 at the intersection of Strip Mine Road and Avondale Hill Road in Plymouth Township, Luzerne County. Planting will continue until 2:00 p.m. both days.
- Another 3,559 Aspen Shrub Oak, Pitch Pine and Table Mountain Pine seedlings have been designated for planting in the Weiser State Forest on April 22nd. Registration for this one-day activity begins at 8:30am at the Weiser Forestry District Building (16 Weiser Ave. Aristes, Columbia County). After registration volunteers will be bussed to the Weiser State Forest for planting.
DCNR has already done the hard work of ripping the soil using heavy equipment in preparation for planting. This will make volunteers’ work much easier — and will also increase water infiltration and tree root expansion. However, due to the rocky, hilly terrain, please note that boots or sturdy shoes are required. We’ll take care of the rest: food, supplies, and portable toilets will be provided, and seasoned Foresters will be onsite to instruct volunteers.
To ensure that we have enough supplies food and drinks for all volunteers attending please register online prior to the event: