County Executive Robert P. Astorino today issued the call for volunteers to join “Pitch In for Parks,” the county’s largest one-day spruce up of the county parks, pathways and nature centers, Sunday, April 15, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at many Westchester County Parks locations.
Volunteers in this annual program play an active role in the stewardship of the more than 18,000 acres of Westchester County parks, trails and nature centers. They can choose a favorite park and help with such tasks as trail clearing and pruning, flower bed preparation, debris removal, staining, painting, sweeping and cleaning.
“Last fall almost a hundred volunteers came out to help with a specific storm-related cleanup project on the Bronx River Parkway, and the results were impressive,” Astorino said. “The more volunteers the better. Together, we can accomplish great things all over the county parks on this one day. Not to mention it will be fun and good exercise. Hope to see you there.”
Volunteers are welcome to Pitch In for an hour or two, or the whole day and should dress appropriately for work. Work gloves, cleaning tools and supplies will be provided for volunteers who sign up in advance.
Pitch In for Parks, the largest single-day volunteer activity of the year in the county, is co-sponsored by the Friends of Westchester County Parks, Inc., 107.1 The Peak radio and Entergy.
Businesses are also sought to support the effort by donating snacks and beverages.
For more information, visit westchestergov.com/parks, or to sign up for a specific project call (914) 864-7318.
