Volunteer
Friends of Pastorius park is always looking for new volunteers to get involved with our efforts. Not only is volunteering a great way to contribute to maintaining a much-loved community space, but is a great way to meet your neighbors and stay in shape!
Volunteer Tasks May Include:
- Weeding and weed whacking
- Spreading mulch and maintaining new planting beds
- Tree care and regular watering during drought
- Clearing walkways of sticks and branches
Sign up below to be notified of upcoming volunteer projects and seasonal clean-up days.
Upcoming Volunteer Events
Fall Clean Up Day
Saturday, October 11, 2025 (Rain date: 12th)
9:00am - 12:00pm
Open to all Skill Levels
Come help us get the park ready for the winter season. We will be focusing on mulching trees and garden beds, raking sweet gum pods, and hauling branches to the curb for pickup. Tools provided, gloves recommended, rakes and wheel barrows welcome. Click here to complete the Volunteer Waiver Form online.
NE Woods Tree Planting Event
Saturday, October 18, 2025 (Rain date: 19th)
9:00am - 12:00pm
Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
Note: This event requires the ability to lift at least 50 lbs. Come help us plant the first trees in in our Northeast Woods Restoration Project! We will be planting over 40 understory trees in a variety of native species. The planting of these trees is made possible with support from the Philadelphia Committee of the Garden Club of America and the Peg Dilks Award. Click here to complete the Volunteer Waiver Form online.
Volunteer Tips
What to Wear / Bring:
- Work gloves
- Sturdy boots/sneakers – no open toed shoes
- Long pants. Protect yourself against ticks, poison ivy and stinging nettle
- Clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty
- Sun protection
- Reusable water bottle
Cancellations:
