Twenty-five trees, two Saturdays
St. Vincent de Paul is partnering with ReLeaf Petaluma to plant 25 native trees across our campus. They bring the trees, the plan and the expertise. We bring the people.
Where they're going
All 25 sites, flagged and numbered by ReLeaf.
Every flag is a tree. Some of these spots need a little clearing. Several need stumps and root balls pulled out entirely — which is why November 7 matters so much.
Prep day
Saturday, November 7 · 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
25–30 volunteers
Before a single tree goes in, 25 sites have to be cleared — old stumps and roots out, overgrown shrubs removed, ground cover cut back, and every hole opened up and made diggable. Some spots need a little work. Several need a lot. Bring work gloves, sturdy closed-toe boots, and a shovel, loppers or wheelbarrow if you have them. Lunch is on the Dad's Club.
Planting day
Saturday, November 14 · sign-in 8:45 AM, start 9:00
12–15 volunteers
ReLeaf Petaluma runs this one. They bring all the tools, stakes and mulch, and they'll walk everyone through planting, staking and mulching. No experience needed at all. Dress in layers and clothes you can dig in, and bring sunscreen and a hat.
Count me in
Tell us which day you can make. Even an hour helps — if you can only come for part of the morning, come.
You're on the list
Thank you. You'll get an email a few days beforehand with where to meet, where to park, and what to bring.
If your plans change, or you can round up a few more people, email mihrzadagency@gmail.com.