Wednesday, February 23, 2022

volunteer for USDA NRCS on 3/1/22

I was hoping you could help me get the word out to your students and networks regarding a volunteer session we are holding at the National Plant Materials Center next week on Tuesday, March 1st. This opportunity is a great way for students to gain experience with a federal agency, and build their resume. Details are below: USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is looking for volunteers to assist with raised garden bed assembly and growing plants from seed for the People's Garden. This work session will be held at our National Plant Materials Center in Beltsville, MD on Tuesday, March 1st. Volunteers are welcome between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM. Volunteers will have the opportunity to work with Mrs. Vilsack during this work session! Please use this link to sign up! Location: Norman A. Berg National Plant Materials Center 8791 Beaver Dam Rd. Beltsville, MD 20705 When Tuesday, March 1st from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm This fun volunteer opportunity is offered through NRCS Maryland’s Earth Team Volunteer Program. Volunteers must be 14 years old or above. Please reach out to Maryland’s Earth Team Volunteer Coordinator, Laura Eddy, at Laura.Eddy@usda.gov for more information. Laura will reach out to those who sign up with more details. Hoping to see you there! Laura Eddy Soil Conservationist United States Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service 28577 Mary’s Court Easton, MD 21601 Office Phone – 443.746.4316 Cell – 443.477.0057