It is finally nice out! If you’re like me and you’re looking for any excuse to enjoy this beautiful spring weather, look no further than Bridging the Gap. Bridging The Gap works to make the Kansas City region sustainable by “connecting environment, economy and community,” and is the premier organization in the area providing environmental education and volunteer action through more than 1,500 volunteers annually. Here are some of their upcoming events:
KC Wildlands:
Volunteer: Ecological Restoration
Fri, May 04, 2018 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Maple Woods Natural Area,
2611 NE 76th Street
Gladstone, MO 64119
Recycling:
Urgent Volunteer Request: Recycling Center Volunteers (Flexible Shifts)
Sat, May 05, 2018 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Two Locations to Choose From,
Kansas City, MO
KC Wildlands:
Volunteer: Ecological Restoration Workday
Sat, May 05, 2018 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Rocky Point Glades,
Lake of the Woods Dining Lodge, Swope Park 7310 Oakwood Drive
Kansas City, MO 64132
Heartland Tree Alliance:
Volunteer: Street Tree Planting
Sat, May 05, 2018 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Volker Neighborhood,
1005 Valentine
Kansas City, MO 64111
Litter:
Volunteer: Tomahawk Creek Litter Cleanup
Sat, May 05, 2018 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Tomahawk Park,
3951 W. 119th St.
Leawood, KS 66209
Bridging the Gap is great too because it’s really easy to get involved. Check out their volunteer web page to see a full list of their events, and to sign up online!
Happy spring!