Saturday, June 1: Seatuck National Wildlife Refuge
Address: 600 S Bay Ave, Islip, NY 11751
Event: Invasive Species Volunteer Workday
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Details: Meet in the Islip Town Beach Parking lot at 10 AM. Volunteers will work with refuge staff to manage mile-a-minute vine and conduct a beach cleanup. We will be working on a 0.6-mile stretch of beach accessible by walking only. All materials will be carried in and out from the worksite. Provided: Snacks, water refills, work gloves, insect repellent, and work tools. Bring: Refillable water bottle, sturdy close-toed shoes, light colored clothing, long pants, long socks, long sleeves, hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses. Please be aware that ticks are prevalent. Volunteers must complete a Volunteer Services Agreement (VSA). Attendees should register and submit a VSA at least two days in advance*. *Volunteers under age 18 must have parental permission to participate. **Day of attendees may be permitted to join. Contact Biological Science Technician Brooke Shellman to RSVP at brooke_shellman@fws.gov or call 631-286-0485 ext. 2132.