We have many upcoming community-centered volunteer and education events, so continue to check in with us all year long and follow us on social media @thedirtcorps or sign up for our newsletter to be the first to know what’s happening next!

We also host group-tailored events and service days throughout the greater Seattle area for businesses, school groups, community partners, and more, and we are able to provide flexible site location, event timing, scope of work, and learning objectives to best suit your community. Please contact us if interested in exploring this opportunity.

Tree Planting and Volunteer Appreciation Event at Juneau St along Longfellow Creek 

Wednesday, November 11th, 10am-1pm Registration

Join us and Trees for Neighborhoods for our year-end tree care skill share and volunteer work party along Longfellow Creek. This work party will include a skill share about how to plant trees and native shrub species, with opportunities to do so in this special riparian ecosystem! We will also have a volunteer appreciation celebration as a thank you to all of our community stewards who have contributed to the thriving of this green space all year long, with some hot food from a local restaurant at the end of the day! All ages and skill levels are welcome. We’ll provide the tools, gloves, snacks, hot drinks, and water.

Seattle Forest Week Planting Party at Westcrest Park

Saturday, November 14th, 10am-1pm Registration

Help us create a healthier, happier, and greener Seattle! Seattle Forest Week is the time of year that we get together with our neighbors to kick off planting season. From creating wildlife habitat, to combating climate change and providing a place for residents to recreate, having a hand in Seattle Forest Week is one of the best ways to give back to your neighbors, parks, and local forest. Join the fun and be one of hundreds of volunteers across the city planting native trees, shrubs, and groundcovers that will become the future forest of Seattle. All community members are welcome, and no experience is necessary! The event is family friendly and open to all ages and skill levels. We’ll provide the tools, gloves, snacks, hot drinks, and water.

Tree Planting and Volunteer Appreciation Event at Meadowbrook Pond

Saturday, November 14th, 10am-1pm Registration

Join us and Trees for Neighborhoods for our year-end tree care skill share and volunteer work party at Meadowbrook Pond. This work party will include a skill share about how to plant trees and native shrub species, with opportunities to do so in this special forested wetland ecosystem! We will also have a volunteer appreciation celebration as a thank you to all of our community stewards who have contributed to the thriving of this green space all year long, with some hot food from a local restaurant at the end of the day! All ages and skill levels are welcome. We’ll provide the tools, gloves, snacks, hot drinks, and water.

Tree Planting and Volunteer Appreciation Event at Webster Pond

Saturday, November 21st, 10am-1pm Registration

Join us and Trees for Neighborhoods for our year-end tree care skill share and volunteer work party at Webster Pond. This work party will include a skill share about how to plant trees and native shrub species, with opportunities to do so in this special forested wetland ecosystem! We will also have a volunteer appreciation celebration as a thank you to all of our community stewards who have contributed to the thriving of this green space all year long, with some hot food from a local restaurant at the end of the day! All ages and skill levels are welcome. We’ll provide the tools, gloves, snacks, hot drinks, and water.

Planting Party at Duwamish Hill Preserve

Friday, December 4th, 10am-1pm Registration

Join Dirt Corps, Serve Ethiopians Washington, Tukwila Parks, and Forterra in restoring essential habitat by planting a variety of native trees, shrubs, and a variety of prairie plants such as camas and lupine. We’ll start with a brief introduction to the site and have restoration professionals on hand to answer your questions. We’ll end with snacks and a special guest speaker sharing insights on the vital benefits of open space river corridors. Educational materials about the importance and history of the Duwamish River will also be available to take home.

Shoreline Planting Party at Gateway Park North in Georgetown

Saturday, December 5th, 10am-1pm Registration

Join us to care for this cherished neighborhood green space and shoreline ecosystem, which provides the only walkable recreational access to the Duwamish River for Georgetown residents. We will spend the morning together tucking in some new small native species to our planting beds at Gateway Park North along with Georgetown Youth Council! All ages and skill levels are welcome. We’ll provide the tools, gloves, snacks, hot drinks, and water.