Roslindale Wetlands Serve and Learn

A Serve and Learn event is a chance for community members to learn about wildlife, plants, and how we can care for our natural world. Not only can people "learn" through these events, but they can also put their newfound knowledge to work during the "serve" portion.

In this Serve and Learn, Urban Wilds staff will demonstrate proper "dormant season seeding practices" and discuss the complexities of establishing native seed in urban areas. Volunteers will have the opportunity to install native woodland seed mix in a woodland area adjacent to the Walter Street entrance. This area previously had a dense cover of invasive plants, and the new seed will help to stabilize bare soil, as well as provide wildlife habitat. 

* Please note that due to the involved nature of seed installation, staffing capacity, and the limited amount of space in the planting area, we cannot guarantee that all volunteers will have the opportunity to seed. We will be monitoring the sign-ups and will offer up planting slots on a first come first basis. In addition to the planting, we will also offer an invasive plant removal component for volunteers that are interested. 

Planting tools and gloves will be supplied, but if you have a favorite planting tool or pair of gloves, feel free to bring them!

Meet at the Coniston Rd trailhead (see map below)