IMPD at Barton Creek Greenbelt: Microforest Mulching with Zilker 351!

Put on your shoes and grab your water bottle as you head out the door to join Zilker 351 to complete a microforest project in the Barton Creek Greenbelt!

Project Goals: What is a microforest you ask? In October, Zilker 351 and Austin Parks Foundation partnered with Siglo Group to restore an area previously inundated with invasive trees by planting 140 native trees and understory saplings. Now we need your help finishing the project by covering this new, native forest with mulch to help the trees retain moisture and nutrients! 

This project is an essential component in the ongoing effort to restore one our city's most precious resource! You can read more about the tree planting project and all our volunteer work in the Greenbelt and its impact! 

Where to park: Please feel free to park in the Rock Garden lot, just above the Hillside Theater.

Where we will begin: We'll meet above the Zilker Hillside Theater next to the Rock Garden picnic tables to start with introductions right at 9AM!

Accessibility: Please note that our activity for the day will involve walking on uneven terrain, slopes and wet/muddy surfaces. 

What to bring: Closed toe shoes, a FULL water bottle, snacks, sunscreen, bug spray and comfortable clothing. We will provide all tools and gloves - if you have your own gardening or work gloves you are welcome to bring them.

A NOTE ON SAFETY: We encourage you to “See and Be Seen!” Be mindful of your fellow volunteers and maintain awareness of your surroundings at all times. Dial 911 in case of emergency.

In the event of dangerous inclement weather such as lightning, hail, or strong winds/ rain, Austin Parks Foundation and Zilker 351 staff will direct volunteers to vacate the site immediately.