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Riparian Rangers / Tree Tending

Come out to provide maintenance on newly planted riparian forest buffers throughout Big Elk Creek State Park. 

Most events will be 11:00am-1:00pm and followed by a stop at Old Stone Cider for any that are interested, but check the list below and the signup sheet for each date's starting time.

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What to Bring and Wear

We will supply needed tools, but feel free to bring your own as well. Participants should dress for the weather including:

- strong boots
- tick/insect repellent
- gloves (
we have them if you forget :)
- water or coffee bottle
- NO porta-potty is available

Where We Meet

Parking details will be sent to registrants for each date. Most events start at the Springlawn trail parking lot off Route 841 (39.735148, -75.875408) which is 1/4 mile north of Wills Farm Rd. 

Some events are held at the Big Elk Creek State Park lot at 344 Strickersville Rd, Landenberg, PA 19350.

Next Scheduled Dates

May 5, 2026

Tree Tending (MWS-led)

May 16, 2026

Tree tending

Jun 2, 2026

Tree Tending (MWS-led)

Jun 20, 2026

Tree tending

Jul 7, 2026

Tree Tending (MWS-led)

Jul 18, 2026

Tree Tending

Sep 1, 2026

Tree Tending (MWS-led)

Sep 19, 2026

Tree Tending

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