Ellerbe Creek Watershed Association (ECWA) Bioretention Volunteer
Ellerbe Creek Watershed Association
Date: October 19, 2021
Ellerbe Creek Watershed Association (ECWA) is seeking a motivated volunteer to assist with maintenance of the bioretention at Pearl Mill Nature Preserve. This is an exciting opportunity to help make the bioretention a primary community asset for the neighborhood in addition to allowing it to continue to function as a water filtration system. The bioretention volunteer will work under the guidance of the Stewardship Director and will be expected to dedicate 2-4 hours a month to complete the following tasks:
Position Duties
Experience
The ideal candidate for this position will have some knowledge of plant identification, however, this is not a requirement. A genuine interest and demonstrated willingness to learn are of the utmost importance. ECWA will provide tools, equipment, and training.
Benefits
If interested, please contact Donna Myers at donna@ellerbecreek.org
Date: October 19, 2021
Ellerbe Creek Watershed Association (ECWA) is seeking a motivated volunteer to assist with maintenance of the bioretention at Pearl Mill Nature Preserve. This is an exciting opportunity to help make the bioretention a primary community asset for the neighborhood in addition to allowing it to continue to function as a water filtration system. The bioretention volunteer will work under the guidance of the Stewardship Director and will be expected to dedicate 2-4 hours a month to complete the following tasks:
Position Duties
- Clear the two bioretention forebays to prevent sediment buildup
- Pull tree seedlings and other unwanted vegetation from in and around the bioretention cells
- Identify invasive species on the site and take action to exterminate them before they take hold
- Promote native plant species diversity on the site by working with staff and partners to acquire and plant new herbaceous perennials, seeds, and plugs
- Remove and discard litter around the bioretention area
- Monitor interpretive signs and report any vandalism if it isn’t easy to fix yourself
- Monitor bioretention area and file appropriate reports when necessary
- Properly use and store all tools
Experience
The ideal candidate for this position will have some knowledge of plant identification, however, this is not a requirement. A genuine interest and demonstrated willingness to learn are of the utmost importance. ECWA will provide tools, equipment, and training.
Benefits
- Access to training provided by ECWA on land management, tool safety, plant identification, and water quality monitoring
- ECWA branded Columbia PFG shirt (after certain amount of hours volunteered)
- Become part of a larger Preserve Steward Community within ECWA
If interested, please contact Donna Myers at donna@ellerbecreek.org
