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Water Chestnut Removal Volunteer Event

  • 100 Auburn Street Medford, MA, 02155 United States (map)

Help remove an invasive plant from the Mystic River! Volunteers will head out in canoes to hand-pull water chestnut from the river.

MyRWA will provide the canoes, paddles, life jackets, and gloves. Be sure to wear sunscreen, clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, and shoes that will get wet!

Preregistration required!*

*Note you must be 6 years or older to participate. Youth aged 6-11 may participate under the direct supervision of a parent or guardian. Youth aged 12-17 may participate without a parent or guardian present at the event but waivers must be signed by a parent or guardian beforehand.

Event capacity is 30 people--so please only register if you will make it that day.

Location: Mystic River across from the Whole Foods in Medford (100 Auburn St., Medford).

An information sheet will be sent 2 days before the event! Keep an eye out in your email.

Earlier Event: June 22
Friends of Spy Pond Park Work Day
Later Event: June 29
Mystic River Pride Flotilla