Point Defiance Animal Loop Road Work Party

Point Defiance Animal Loop Road Work Party

Free
Sun, Apr 19, 2026 • 9:30 AM—12:00 PM
Weekly on Sundays at 9:30 AM | Ends Oct 18, 2026

About this event

Community Outdoors

Third Sunday of the Month | 9:30 am-12 pm Meet on the trail across from the back of the Zoo Maintenance buildings on North Animal Loop Rd. (view map) Register online via MyImpact Join us to take back the trailside from nonnative blackberries and set the native berries free.  We’ll work in this sunny stretch of trail to free up native salmonberry and huckleberry in this favorite birding spot and entrance trail to our beautiful forest. This site is stewarded by local botanist Romey H.  In January, we’ll take a short stroll to ID native trees and shrubs in the winter with bare twigs and other clues. This opportunity is best for ages 12+ because we will mostly be working with blackberries and those bite back! What You’ll Do Remove unwanted weeds Care for newly planted native plants Learn about local ecology and restoration practices Have fun working with fellow nature lovers What to Bring Wear sturdy shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and bring a water bottle. Tools, gloves, and training provided. Where to Meet Meet on the trailhead across from the zoo parking lot on on North Animal Loop Rd. (view map) Where to Park Parking is available in zoo parking lot D, directly across from the trailhead. Youth Participant Waiver If you are under 18 and attending the event without a parent or guardian, please come to the event with our Youth Participant Waiver signed by a parent or guardian.

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