Ashbridge Tree Planting

Become a steward to the land and water by planting trees along Ridley Creek with Willistown Conservation Trust! You can help protect Ridley Creek from pollution and transform our natural landscape for generations to come by planting native trees and shrubs alongside WCT staff. 

At this fun and rewarding event, you will make a positive impact on your community and stream health, network with like-minded neighbors, and learn about the value of streamside forests.

This event will require a small stream crossing, so wear shoes and pants that can get wet! Please bring your own gloves, water bottle, and snacks.

About Lauren McGrath | Director of Watershed Protection

Having worked as the Director of Watershed Protection Program at the Trust since 2017, Lauren is responsible for creating and building the Watershed Department into what it is today! With the help of her Co-ops and Conservation Associates, she oversees important research in the 190+ miles of streams in our focus area, including the headwaters of Ridley, Crum, and Darby Creeks, to understand how to protect freshwater resources and ensure clean, safe water for all. She has a Bachelor of Science from Ursinus College where she focused her independent research project on the impact fracking has on macroinvertebrate populations, and a Masters of Environmental Studies from the University of Pennsylvania where she studied the aquatic macroinvertebrates with Stroud Water Research Center. Out of the water, Lauren enjoys cycling and hiking, as well as quilting, knitting, and crocheting.

Date

May 04 2023
Expired!

Time

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Cost

FREE

Location

Ashbridge Preserve
E. Strasburg Road, West Chester, PA
Category

Organizer

Willistown Conservation Trust
Email
land@wctrust.org
Website
https://wctrust.org